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REFA Exit Exam • Set 4 Question 3 of 30

How can you reduce the risk of disease transmission when caring for open bleeding wounds ?

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Direct Answer

Option D: All of the above

Standard maritime infection control protocols mandate universal precautions. Preventing bloodborne pathogen transmission requires wearing physical barriers like medical gloves, avoiding direct contact, and performing rigorous hand hygiene immediately following exposure or care.

All Options

A
Wash your hands immediately after giving care
B
Avoid direct contact with the blood
C
Use protective barriers such as gloves or plastic wrap
D
All of the above (Correct Answer)

Detailed Explanation & Context

Standard maritime infection control protocols mandate universal precautions. Preventing bloodborne pathogen transmission requires wearing physical barriers like medical gloves, avoiding direct contact, and performing rigorous hand hygiene immediately following exposure or care.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Elementary First Aid (REFA).

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