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Which of the following infections requires a patient to wear an N95 mask during transport?
Visitors are not required to wear masks when entering the room of an isolated patient.
False
Name one infection that is spread through airborne transmission.
Tuberculosis
Patients with __________ are at high risk of psychological trauma due to isolation.
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Match the following types of precautions with their appropriate usage:
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Which of the following is NOT a type of microorganism that causes infection?
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For an infection to occur, micro-organisms do NOT need to enter the body.
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What is the primary purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in infection control?
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The smallest of all microorganisms, which requires a living host to replicate, is called a __________.
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Match the types of microorganisms with their characteristics:
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Which condition represents an example of a bacterial infection?
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Correct hand hygiene technique is significant in preventing the spread of infection.
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Name one way to prevent the transmission of infections.
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What is the recommended minimum duration for routine hand washing?
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Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are not effective in reducing bacterial count on healthcare workers' hands.
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List the five moments of hand hygiene.
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___ gloves are used for aseptic procedures and contact with sterile sites.
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Match the hand hygiene methods with their appropriate use:
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Which of the following is not a standard precaution?
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Gowns are worn solely for protection against dust.
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What is the purpose of using gloves in healthcare?
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Rooms should be cleaned frequently and ___ to prevent infection.
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Which moment of hand hygiene occurs after touching patient surroundings?
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Which of the following is NOT a Tier 2 Transmission Based Precaution?
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Standard Precautions are only applied when infection transmission is suspected.
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What is the purpose of following the chain of infection model?
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The link in the chain of infection that involves the spread of germs from one person to another is called ___.
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Match the following Tier 2 precautions with their examples:
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Which infectious agent would require Airborne Precautions?
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Tier 1 precautions apply only to patients suspected of being infected.
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List one example of an infection requiring Contact Precautions.
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Transmission Based Precautions are implemented when ___ precautions alone are not sufficient.
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What is a primary function of Standard Precautions?
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What type of protective equipment must be worn to prevent splashes during procedures?
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A surgical mask can be reused after being lowered around the neck.
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Name one type of transmission-based precaution.
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Droplet infections can be transmitted via large particle aerosols within _______ of patient surroundings.
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Match the following types of transmission-based precautions with their descriptions:
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Which of the following methods helps prevent droplet transmission?
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It is acceptable to limit the movement of a patient under contact precautions.
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What must be changed before a surgical mask becomes damp?
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Appropriate signage needs to be visible on the patient's _______.
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Which of the following is NOT a strategy for contact transmission precautions?
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Study Notes
Workshop Overview
- Focus on infection control in healthcare settings, related to HNB1102 Foundations in Nursing.
- Acknowledgement of traditional land owners in Victoria and Sydney.
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding infection and the chain of infection.
- Prevention methods for various types of infection transmission.
- Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) usage.
- Importance of correct hand hygiene techniques.
- Overview of preventing and controlling healthcare-associated infections.
Definition of Infection
- Infection occurs when microorganisms invade and grow within the body, leading to ill health.
Types of Infections
- Virus: Smallest microorganisms; require a host to replicate (e.g., common cold, hepatitis).
- Bacteria: Most common; categorized by shape (cocci, bacilli, spirilla, spirochetes).
- Fungi: Plant-like organisms found in various environments (e.g., athlete’s foot, ringworm).
Conditions for Infection Occurrence
- Micro-organisms must enter the body, multiply, and trigger a response with symptoms.
- Infection spreads through a complex chain of events.
Chain of Infection
- Infection transmission follows a series of occurrences that can be interrupted to prevent spread.
Infection Control Strategies
- Standard Precautions (Tier 1): Used universally for all patients, assuming each is potentially infected.
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Transmission-Based Precautions (Tier 2): Implemented when standard precautions are not sufficient, divided into:
- Contact Precautions: For infections spread through direct/indirect contact (e.g., MRSA).
- Droplet Precautions: For infections transmitted by large particles (e.g., influenza).
- Airborne Precautions: For infections spread through the air (e.g., tuberculosis).
Hand Hygiene
- Most crucial method for infection prevention.
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Five Moments of Hand Hygiene:
- Before patient contact, before procedures, after exposure to fluid, after patient contact, after contact with surroundings.
- Washing durations vary: routine (40-60 seconds), aseptic (1 minute), surgical (5 minutes).
Hand Washing vs. Sanitizer
- Alcohol-based hand sanitizer can be used when hands are visibly clean, is more efficient, and less likely to cause allergic reactions.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Gloves: Protect against infectious agents; sterile gloves for aseptic procedures.
- Gowns: Prevent contamination of personal clothing and protect skin.
- Face/Eye Protection and Masks: Guard against exposure through mucous membranes; masks should be single-use and not reused.
Transmission-Based Precautions Details
- Contact Precautions: Single room for infected patients, gown, gloves, restricted movement (e.g., MRSA).
- Droplet Precautions: Single room, surgical masks, visitor limitations (e.g., influenza).
- Airborne Precautions: Negative pressure rooms for airborne infections (e.g., chickenpox, TB).
Combined Precautions
- Situations requiring multiple precaution strategies, such as respiratory infections with unknown etiology.
Psychological Considerations for Isolated Patients
- Isolation can lead to psychological distress; strategies to mitigate this include:
- Education on precautions.
- Regular updates about care.
- Active listening to address concerns.
- Documentation of education and patient concerns.
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This quiz focuses on Infection Control as part of the HNB1102 Foundations in Nursing 1 workshop. It covers essential practices and principles necessary for maintaining hygiene and preventing infection in healthcare settings. Participants will enhance their understanding of the importance of infection control in nursing.
