Which organization established rules to prevent the spread of microorganisms by considering all body fluids potentially infectious?

• A. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• B. World Health Organization
• C. National Institutes of Health
• D. Food and Drug Administration

Answer: (A)

Treating all body fluids as potentially infectious is a fundamental infection-control rule. This approach, developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, was created to reduce transmission of microorganisms, especially in healthcare settings, by standardizing precautions like wearing gloves, masks, eye protection, and gowns; practicing strict hand hygiene; and handling needles and waste safely. The idea is to prevent infection by assuming any body fluid could carry pathogens, rather than relying on guessing based on visible signs. While the World Health Organization offers global guidelines, the origin and formal rules you’re asked about come from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.