Veterinary Nursing: Zoonoses and Public Health Test

Every practice should have a Hospital Safety Manual. This is a;

According to insurance statistics, _____________ injuries account for one in every five workplace injuries among American and Canadian workers.

Ingestion of pathogenic organisms or harmful chemicals while eating on the job is a possibility in veterinary hospitals. This is why;

The primary wildlife carriers of rabies in the United States include all but;

Ringworm is a contagious disease caused by;

Toxoplasma is especially harmful to developing fetuses. Pregnant women should;

Which chemical is commonly used to “cold” sterilize clinic instruments?

Which bacteria may become aerosolized during dental procedures due to high-speed ultrasonic scaling of a patient’s teeth?

Why should dosimetry badges not be left in your car when not in use?

OSHA stands for all except:

It is your responsibility to learn and follow the safety rules and practices that have been established for your position in the veterinary hospital. If you violate these rules;

In addition to the responsibility to follow the safety rules, OSHA requires that veterinary employees must also do all of the following except:

Autoclaves present a danger from the pressure that is used for proper sterilization. Therefore;

To reduce the chance of fire, flammable materials, such as newspapers, boxes, and cleaning chemicals must always be stored at least _____ ft away from an ignition source, such as a water heater, furnace, or stove.

Every business, including your practice, must follow the requirements of OSHA’s “right to know” law. This law requires that you;

Infectious diseases that can be passed from animals to humans are known as;

Which document lists the characteristics of a compound that contains a potentially hazardous chemical, including precautions, instructions for use, and advice for handling the compound safely?

Which chemical is used for gas sterilization of equipment that cannot be autoclaved safely, although it is a suspected carcinogen?

Which of the following is not a major risk for veterinary personnel exposed to a dog with parvovirus?