Questions and Answers
What is the major reason for the increased rate of HAI in recent decades?
Antibiotic-resistant infections have become more common.
A good infection control program can provide protection against HAIs for:
For routine hand hygiene in most clinical situations, what does the CDC recommend?
Plain soap and water
When you report an occupational exposure to a patient's blood, who is responsible for making sure you receive appropriate follow-up?
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Under Standard Precautions, when must gloves be worn?
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Computer keyboards and other surfaces can be contaminated by touching them with a used glove.
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What percentage of all hospitalized patients in the United States have at least one HAI?
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In the chain of infection, which link in the chain is most easily broken?
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How is low-level disinfection generally achieved?
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What is a healthcare-associated infection (HAI)?
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Study Notes
Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs)
- Increased rate of HAIs in recent decades primarily due to the rise of antibiotic-resistant infections.
- Approximately 4% of all hospitalized patients in the U.S. develop at least one HAI.
- HAIs can occur during hospital stays or following medical procedures.
Infection Control Programs
- Effective infection control programs provide protection against HAIs for all individuals within a healthcare setting.
Hand Hygiene Recommendations
- The CDC advises using plain soap and water for routine hand hygiene in most clinical situations.
Occupational Exposure Reporting
- When reporting an occupational exposure to a patient's blood, the healthcare facility is responsible for ensuring appropriate follow-up care.
Standard Precautions
- Gloves must be worn during all patient care tasks that involve a risk of contact with blood or body fluids to minimize infection risk.
Infection Reservoirs
- Surfaces like computer keyboards can become contaminated if touched with used gloves, highlighting the importance of proper hand hygiene and surface disinfection.
Chain of Infection
- The method of transmission is identified as the link in the chain of infection that is most easily broken, emphasizing interventions that interrupt disease spread.
Disinfection Practices
- Low-level disinfection of medical items is typically achieved by soaking them in a chemical solution, which is crucial in reducing the risk of HAIs.
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Test your knowledge on infection control practices with these essential flashcards. Covering key topics such as antibiotic resistance and hand hygiene recommendations, this quiz is designed for healthcare professionals and students alike. Enhance your understanding and improve infection prevention measures.
