Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) Practice Exam

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Which of the following statements about medical waste is accurate?

All medical waste is radioactive
Medical waste can be both infectious and hazardous
Medical waste only includes sharps
Medical waste is universally safe for disposal

The correct answer is: Medical waste can be both infectious and hazardous

The statement that medical waste can be both infectious and hazardous is accurate because medical waste encompasses a wide variety of materials that are generated during healthcare activities. This includes items that can transmit infections, such as used surgical gloves, bandages, and culture dishes that contain pathogens, as well as hazardous waste that can pose chemical or physical risks, such as certain pharmaceuticals, toxic chemicals, and materials that are flammable or reactive. Understanding the nature of medical waste is crucial for safe handling and disposal practices. Since it can contain infectious materials, strict guidelines and protocols are in place to manage these types of waste effectively to protect healthcare workers, patients, and the environment. Notably, the other statements do not accurately represent the complexities of medical waste management; it is not limited to radioactive or sharps waste, nor is it universally safe for disposal without following proper procedures.