Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a bloodborne pathogen infection?

Loss of smell is not a widely recognized symptom of bloodborne pathogen infections. Bloodborne pathogens, such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV, typically manifest symptoms that are more closely related to systemic infections and effects on the liver or immune system. Common symptoms associated with these pathogens include fever, nausea, and occasionally skin rashes due to the body's immune response.

Fever is a common indication of infection as it reflects the body’s natural response to pathogens. Nausea can also occur from various infections, including those caused by bloodborne pathogens, as the body reacts to the virus or bacteria. Skin rashes might appear due to immune reactions or secondary infections.

However, loss of smell is more commonly associated with respiratory infections or conditions affecting the olfactory system and does not fit within the symptom profiles typically related to bloodborne pathogens. Understanding these symptomatologies is essential for recognizing and responding appropriately to potential infections.