CAVIT Direct Care Worker Fundamentals Practice Exam

What is a common transmission method of Hepatitis B?

1. Through contaminated food

2. Unprotected sex

3. Coughing and sneezing

4. Via sharing drinks

The correct answer is: Unprotected sex

Hepatitis B is primarily transmitted through direct contact with infected bodily fluids, and unprotected sexual intercourse is one of the most common methods of transmission. This occurs because the virus is present in high concentrations in blood, semen, and other bodily fluids. Therefore, engaging in sexual activities without protection can facilitate the transfer of the virus between partners. Other methods of transmission include sharing needles or syringes, from mother to child during childbirth, and exposure to open wounds or cuts. It’s important for individuals to understand this transmission route to employ safe sex practices, use barriers such as condoms, and get vaccinated to reduce the risk of contracting the virus. In contrast, contaminated food is typically associated with other types of viral hepatitis, respiratory viruses spread through coughing and sneezing have no connection with Hepatitis B, and while sharing drinks can theoretically transmit other infections, it is not a recognized method for the transmission of Hepatitis B.