Question

which of the following is true about bloodborne pathogens?
select all that apply.
□ bloodborne pathogens cause hepatitis b and c
□ bloodborne pathogens can cause the flu
□ bloodborne pathogens can lead to disease
□ bloodborne pathogens are bacteria or viruses carried in the blood

Explanation:

• Hepatitis B and C are well-known diseases caused by bloodborne pathogens.
• The flu is primarily spread through respiratory droplets, not blood, so it is not caused by bloodborne pathogens.
• By definition, pathogens (including bloodborne ones) are agents that cause disease.
• Bloodborne pathogens are indeed bacteria, viruses, or other microorganisms that are carried in blood and can cause disease in others.

Answer:

• bloodborne pathogens cause Hepatitis B and C
• bloodborne pathogens can lead to disease
• bloodborne pathogens are bacteria or viruses carried in the blood