Chapter 8 Multiple Choice

Please answer all questions


1	The Hepatitis B virus and the Human Immunodeficiency virus are similar in all of the following except:
		A)	both are bloodborne pathogens
		B)	both viruses can survive up to one week in dried blood
		C)	both viruses are not immediately detected after exposure
		D)	an infected individual with either virus may complain of fatigue and fever


2	Which if the following is not considered a medium for transmission of HIV?
		A)	saliva
		B)	semen
		C)	vaginal fluid
		D)	blood


3	An HIV positive athlete would like to try out for the soccer team. What would be the correct way to handle this situation?
		A)	inform the athlete that he/she is not allowed to compete in soccer
		B)	inform the coach as to the condition of the athlete and have him/her refrain from participating in the more vigorous drills
		C)	encourage the athlete to take up a low risk sport instead of soccer
		D)	allow the athlete to participate unless there is objective medical evidence that the athlete may be placing himself/herself and/or teammates at risk


4	Which of the following behaviors would lend itself to an increased risk of contracting HIV?
		A)	engaging in oral sex
		B)	sharing a toothbrush
		C)	being in contact with another athlete's sweat
		D)	engaging in vaginal sex


5	An athlete sustains a laceration that bleeds onto his/her uniform. What would be the best way to take care of the uniform?
		A)	treat the blood stain with a bleach/water solution (1:10) and allow the athlete to return to activity
		B)	have the athlete remove the uniform and place it into a biohazardous bag and return to activity in a spare uniform
		C)	only allow the athlete to return to activity after the blood has dried
		D)	immediately soak the uniform in hot water and allow the athlete to return to activity in a spare uniform

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