AMT's Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) Practice Test 2025 - Free RMA Practice Questions and Study Guide

A biohazard trash bag is specifically designed for the disposal of items that pose a risk of infection, contamination, or that contain potentially infectious materials. Soiled bandages are considered regulated medical waste because they may contain blood or other bodily fluids that could transmit pathogens. Placing soiled bandages in a biohazard trash bag helps ensure proper handling and disposal to minimize the risk of exposure to healthcare workers, waste management personnel, and the broader community.

In contrast, while both used syringes and used needles are also hazardous and require special disposal methods, they are typically disposed of in sharps containers rather than biohazard bags. Used alcohol pads, while they may be contaminated with minimal amounts of blood or bodily fluids, do not generally require biohazard handling and can often be disposed of in regular trash, depending on local regulations. Thus, the focus on soiled bandages in the context of biohazard waste aligns with standard safety protocols for handling potentially infectious materials.