An example of protecting against blood borne pathogens is

• A. Wearing Gloves
• B. Covering Open Wounds
• C. Washing Hands
• D. Taking a Vaccine

Answer: (B)

Covering an open wound directly cuts off a primary route for transmitting bloodborne pathogens. When a wound is protected, any blood or bodily fluids that might be exposed have less chance of coming into contact with other people or contaminated surfaces, stopping the transmission path at its source.

Wearing gloves is a valuable protective measure, but its effectiveness depends on proper use and when handling fluids; it mainly protects the wearer and can fail if a glove is damaged or not used consistently. Washing hands is crucial for reducing contamination, yet it doesn’t address a wound that’s exposed and could still spread pathogens. Taking a vaccine helps protect the individual from certain infections, but it doesn’t prevent contact or exposure to pathogens from someone else’s blood.