Infection Control and Fluids

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What is the primary function of unbroken skin in relation to infection prevention?

To enhance the effectiveness of standard precautions
To provide a barrier against bloodborne pathogens (correct)
To aid in the transmission of infection within the general practice setting
To facilitate the entry of bloodborne pathogens

What is included in the management of needle stick injuries/contamination incident?

Decontamination of reusable medical equipment
Management of sharps
Implementation of transmission-based precautions
Standard precautions (correct)

What is one of the resources necessary to implement standard precautions?

Adequate supplies of unnecessary consumables
A sufficient number of hand sanitizers
Implementation of transmission-based precautions
Training in infection prevention and control for staff (correct)

What is the primary purpose of hand hygiene in infection prevention?

To minimize the transmission of infection (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) in infection prevention?

To protect healthcare workers from infection (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of fluid is blood plasma?

Intravascular fluid (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key component of airborne isolation?

A negative air pressure isolation room (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for patients who require transmission-based precautions in a waiting area?

Keep them at least one meter away from other patients (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential practice for infection prevention in a healthcare setting?

Handwashing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be readily available for practice staff who require it?

Appropriate personal protective equipment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after a patient who requires transmission-based precautions leaves the practice?

Clean and decontaminate equipment and the environment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a disease that requires airborne precautions?

Pulmonary Tuberculosis (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of droplet isolation?

To prevent transmission of microorganisms spread by large, moist droplets (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be worn when interacting with a patient who requires airborne precautions?

A respirator mask (N95) and a disposable plastic apron (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important step in cough etiquette to prevent the spread of respiratory illness?

Covering the nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hand hygiene after using tissues or coughing/sneezing?

To reduce the spread of respiratory illness (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of mask is recommended for aerosol generating procedures during specific suspected or confirmed infections?

Respirator mask (FFP2/3) (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of airborne precautions?

To prevent transmission of microorganisms spread by very small respiratory particles (A) Signup and view all the answers