Infection Control and Standard Precautions

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What is the main principle of Universal Precautions?

Only blood and certain bodily fluids are infectious

All bodily fluids are non-infectious

All bodily fluids are infectious (correct)

Only known infectious bodily fluids are contagious

What is the primary route of entry for infectious agents into the body?

Non-intact skin

Mucous membranes

Gastrointestinal tract

All of the above (correct)

Why is hand hygiene an essential part of Standard Precautions?

It prevents only airborne infections

It is an effective way to prevent infections transmitted during procedures (correct)

It prevents only contact infections

It is only necessary when handling bodily fluids

What is the final link in the chain of infection?

Susceptible host Signup and view all the answers

When should hands be washed according to Routine Hand Washing guidelines?

When hands are visibly dirty or before eating Signup and view all the answers

What factors determine whether an exposure to a pathogen results in infection?

Factors related to the host, pathogen, and environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for wearing gloves in a laboratory setting?

To prevent contact with blood or body fluids Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'doffing' refer to in the context of laboratory safety?

Removing personal protective equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary route of infection for percutaneous exposure to bloodborne pathogens?

Through cuts and breaks in the skin Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid hand-to-mouth activities in a laboratory setting?

To prevent transmission of bloodborne pathogens through mucous membranes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a waste management system in a laboratory setting?

To regulate the handling of hazardous waste from generation to disposal Signup and view all the answers

What type of personal protective equipment is recommended for handling broken glass in a laboratory setting?

Heavy-duty gloves and closed-toe shoes Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an infection-control program in a healthcare setting?

To protect patients, employees, and visitors from infection Signup and view all the answers

What is a common portal of exit for a pathogen from a human reservoir?

Respiratory secretions Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of screening employees in an infection-control program?

To screen employees for infectious diseases and provide necessary treatment Signup and view all the answers

What type of reservoir can include soil, water, and food?

Inanimate reservoir Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a mode of transmission?

To transfer the pathogen from the reservoir to a host Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluating and treating health workers who have been exposed to infections?

To prevent further transmission of infection Signup and view all the answers