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Which of the following is an unsafe work practice?Immediately discarding used sharps into a trash canTreating all bodily fluids as possible bloodborne pathogens (BBPs)Washing hands with soap and water after working around bloodborne pathogensWearing personal protective equipment (PPE) required for specific job tasks

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Which of the following is an unsafe work practice?Immediately discarding used sharps into a trash canTreating all bodily fluids as possible bloodborne pathogens (BBPs)Washing hands with soap and water after working around bloodborne pathogensWearing personal protective equipment (PPE) required for specific job tasks

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The unsafe work practice among the options provided is "Immediately discarding used sharps into a trash can". This is unsafe because sharps can cause injuries and potentially spread infections. They should be disposed of in designated sharps disposal containers to prevent harm.

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