Answer is C. By exposure to mucous membranes of an infected person
Blood borne pathogens are microorganisms which are transmitted through the blood. Blood borne infections can be transmitted in the blood or body fluid such as saliva, mucus that can be mixed with blood and cause diseases like Hepatitis B and HIV (Human immuno deficiency virus). The most common method of transmission of pathogen through blood of an infected person when enters in the body of a healthy person through open wound.
Venipuncture is a routine surgical puncture of a vein to withdraw blood for laboratory testing or for the administration of intravenous fluids or drugs. It is done as part of the observation for a wide range of medical conditions.
1. Types of information patients will be able to share with Bruce about their previous venipuncture experience are the complications caused by venipuncture. Examples are:
a. hematoma – most common
b. osteomyelitis
c. vein occlusion
d.. syncope.
e. hemoconcentration
f. petechiae
g. collapsed veins
Other serious complications include cellulitis, phlebitis, diaphoresis, and hypotension
2. If Bruce knows this information, he can better serve his patients by taking the necessary precautions.
For example, for patients who experienced Hematoma:
Bruce is aware not to push the needle too far into so as to prevent blood leaks causing a bruise to the patient again.
3. Yes, patients are a good source of information about their bodies and their reactions to past experiences.
