29 Questions
What type of room is recommended for patients with VZV (varicella-zoster virus)?
Cohort patients in an AIIR (Airborne Infection Isolation Room) with negative pressure ventilation
Which of the following is NOT a recommended personal protective equipment (PPE) for contact with blood or body fluids?
Surgical mask
According to the Spaulding classification, which type of item requires sterilization?
Critical items
What is the primary purpose of cleaning in the sterilization and disinfection process?
To remove dirt or any other unwanted material
Which of the following is NOT a recommended element of the personnel health program?
Maintaining a personal health journal
What is the recommended hand hygiene practice for contact with blood or body fluids?
Soap and water or ABHR
What is the leading cause of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)?
Failure to perform hand hygiene
Which of the following is NOT a component of Standard Precautions?
Prudent use of antibiotics
When should Standard Precautions be used?
At all times, presuming every patient is potentially infectious
Which of the following is NOT included in the 'Five Pillars of Infection Control' mentioned in the text?
Antibiotic prophylaxis
What does the term 'Transmission Based Precautions' refer to?
Additional isolation precautions beyond Standard Precautions
Which of the following is NOT a way in which transmission of infection can occur during healthcare delivery?
Patient to patient's family member
Which of the following infectious body fluids is NOT mentioned as a risk for infection transmission during healthcare delivery?
Tears
Which of the following statements about transient flora is INCORRECT?
Transient flora can accumulate under rings.
What is the primary way to break the chain of infection?
Education and the use of proper infection control procedures
Which of the following is NOT a source of healthcare-associated infection mentioned in the text?
Nosocomial
Which of the following statements about endogenous sources of healthcare-associated infection is CORRECT?
Endogenous sources are acquired from microorganisms transferred from another site on the same host.
What should be the first step in terminal cleaning?
Remove all dirty/used items from the room
How should reusable medical supplies be handled during terminal cleaning?
Bag them and send for reprocessing
What is the correct order for cleaning during terminal cleaning?
Work from top to bottom and from clean area to dirty area
What should be done with bed sheets during terminal cleaning?
Send them for laundering
What is the difference between terminal cleaning and cleaning after an infectious case?
The chemical, concentration, and standing time are different
What should be done with reusable items that can be cleaned during terminal cleaning?
Clean them before removing from the room
What is the main purpose of alcohol-based handrub?
To provide rapid and effective antimicrobial action
Which precaution cannot be used if hands are visibly soiled?
Standard Precautions
What is a limitation of alcohol-based handrub?
Does not eliminate spores
Which type of infections are Alcohol-Based Preparations used for?
All patients regardless of diagnosis
What is an associated risk with some alcohol-based hand hygiene preparations?
Increased absorption of Bisephenol A
Which type of precaution is implemented for Tuberculosis?
Droplet Precautions
Learn about the importance of infection control in healthcare settings and strategies to prevent the spread of infections. This quiz covers the five pillars of infection control, the chain of infection, and methods to interrupt the transmission of infections.
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