How many percutaneous injuries involving contaminated sharps occur annually? a. 400,000 b. 550,000 c. 600,000 d. 625,000 {Ans: c. 600,000 CDC estimates that healthcare workers sustain nearly 600,000 percutaneous injuries annually involving contaminated sharps. In response to continued concerns, Congress passed the Needle Stick Safety and Prevention Act directing OSHA to revise the Bloodborne Pathogens Standards. The revision was then published in 2001. Note: practice question from AAPC CPCO Ch7}Which of the following is NOT required to be included in a bloodborne pathogen training program? a. A general explanation of the epidemiology and symptoms of bloodborne diseases. b. A explanation of the basis for selection of personal protective equipment. c. A printed list of questions and answers from the instructor. d. Information on the appropriate actions to take and persons to contact in an emergency involving blood or other potentially infectious materials. {Ans: c. A printed list of questions and answers from the instructor. While the Employee training on bloodborne pathogens should include an opportunity for interactive questions and answers with the training instructor session, it does not required these questions and answers be printed. Note: practice question from AAPC CPCO Ch7}The U.S. Federal Sentencing Commission was organized