Bacteria Identification and Resistance Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT permitted to be worn in the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD)?

  • Necklace
  • Stud earrings confined within the head cover
  • A plain wedding band
  • Bracelet (correct)

    • What is the rationale behind seeking medical advice for handling clean or sterile goods when ill with enteritis or severe respiratory tract infection?

  • To adhere to the Standard Precautions and Infectious Agent Transmission Standard Precautions
  • To ensure proper decontamination of reusable medical devices
  • To minimize the risk of infecting other healthcare staff
  • To protect the reusable medical devices from contamination by the individual (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of the Standard Precautions for minimizing the risk of infection in healthcare?

  • Proper handwashing
  • Aseptic technique
  • Use of PPE
  • Disposal of single-use instruments after each use (correct)

    • What is the purpose of Standard Precautions in the decontamination zone?

    <p>To prevent unknown infection risks to decontamination staff and environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is essential for the spread of microbial infection according to the text?

    <p>A susceptible host or hosts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why patients in hospitals are particularly susceptible to infection?

    <p>Immunocompromised state and poor health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of microbes that have developed resistance and become more dangerous mentioned in the text?

    <p>Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and multi-drug resistant Tubercle bacillus (MDR TB)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized as a measure to break the chain of infection in the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD)?

    <p>Strict adherence to hand hygiene practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    True or False: A plain wedding band is not considered jewelry in CSSD.

    <p><strong>True</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

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