Handwashing Importance and Guidelines

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When is the removal of gloves indicated?

After touching any surface in the healthcare facility
After entering a patient's room
After coughing or sneezing in the healthcare facility
After contact with blood or body fluids (correct)

What must masks cover to be effective?

Eyes and nose
Nose and chin
Mouth only
Mouth and nose (correct)

Which part of the sterile gown is considered sterile?

Back of the gown
Sleeves from two inches above the elbow to the cuff
Neck, sleeve cuffs, and underarms
Front from the chest down to the sterile field level (correct)

What indicates that gloves should be replaced?

When they are damaged or lose integrity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of isolation precautions?

To prevent the spread of infectious diseases (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is handwashing essential?

To reduce the flora on the healthcare worker’s skin (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which PPE item is meant for single-use only?

Disposable, single-use gown (B) Signup and view all the answers

When should handwashing be done?

At the beginning and end of shift, and after contact with possible sources of microorganisms (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of wearing gloves in healthcare facilities?

To protect healthcare workers and patients from infections (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important precaution regarding glove use in healthcare facilities?

Gloves should be removed and disposed of after caring for a patient (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to WHO guidelines, when should gloves be removed or changed?

Whenever moving from one body site to another (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for using personal protective equipment (PPE) in healthcare facilities?

To safeguard healthcare workers, patients, and visitors against infections (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the primary mode of transmission for healthcare-associated infections?

Contaminated hands of healthcare workers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) in healthcare settings?

To protect healthcare workers from occupational exposure (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered an effective method for hand hygiene in healthcare settings?

Both (a) and (b) (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following PPE should be worn when there is a risk of exposure to bodily fluids?

Gloves, a gown, and eye protection (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of disinfection in healthcare settings?

To destroy pathogens, excluding spores (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about sterilization is correct?

It is the process of destroying all pathogens, including spores (D) Signup and view all the answers