Emily is the first responder to a terrible car accident. A man has been thrown through the windshield of his truck and is now lying on the pavement, bleeding. Wearing her PPE, Emily approaches the man and begins to speak to him. The man is quickly losing consciousness but makes sure to grab Emily’s arm and tell her, “I have Hepatitis B!” before he passes out. Why was this information so important to pass on to Emily?
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Responses
Hepatitis B can make drugs used in treatment ineffective.
Hepatitis B can make drugs used in treatment ineffective.
Hepatitis B is a nosocomial infection that could spread in the ER.
Hepatitis B is a nosocomial infection that could spread in the ER.
Hepatitis B is a bloodborne pathogen that could be transmitted.
Hepatitis B is a bloodborne pathogen that could be transmitted.
There was no real reason to give Emily this information.
The correct response is: Hepatitis B is a bloodborne pathogen that could be transmitted.
This information was important for Emily to know because Hepatitis B is a highly contagious bloodborne virus that can be transmitted through contact with infected blood or bodily fluids. As a first responder providing medical assistance to the man, Emily needs to be aware of his Hepatitis B status in order to take appropriate precautions to protect herself and prevent the potential spread of the virus to others. This includes using proper personal protective equipment and following infection control protocols.