How Bloodborne Pathogens are Transmitted
There are two basic categories of transmission of bloodborne pathogens:
- Non-occupational bloodborne pathogens are most commonly transmitted through:
- sexual contact; or
- sharing hypodermic needles.
- Occupational bloodborne pathogens are most commonly transmitted through:
- puncture wounds from a sharp or contaminated object, such as broken glass; or
- from a splash of blood to the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, or mouth.
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3-3. Which of the following is a way non-occupational bloodborne pathogens are transmitted?
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