The nurse is changing linens for a postoperative patient and feels a stick in her hand. A nonactivated safe needle is noted in the linens. This scenario would indicate that the nurse may be at risk for
a. Hepatitis B.
b. Clostridium difficile.
c. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.
d. Diphtheria.
ANS: A
Bloodborne pathogens such as those associated with hepatitis B and C are most commonly transmitted by contaminated needles. Clostridium difficile is spread by contact with and ingestion of this microbe, and MRSA is spread by contact. Diphtheria is spread by droplets when one is within 3 feet of the patient.
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