Infection Control in Podiatry: NHMRC Guidelines

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What is the term for an infection that develops 48 hours after admission or 30 days after discharge?

Nosocomial infection (correct)
Exogenous infection
Endogenous infection
Community-acquired infection

What are the three essential components for transmission in healthcare settings?

Source of infection, risk management, and administrative controls
Source of infection, susceptible host, and personal protective equipment
Source of infection, mode of transmission, and susceptible host (correct)
Mode of transmission, susceptible host, and risk management

Which mode of transmission involves contact with multi-resistant organisms or highly contagious skin infections?

Airborne transmission
Food and water transmission
Contact transmission (correct)
Droplet transmission

What is the last resort in risk management, according to the 5 principles?

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of minimum standards in NSW Health Facilities?

To promote hygiene practices (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of airborne transmission?

Tuberculosis (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of asepsis in clinical procedures?

To prevent infection resulting from contamination (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the NHMRC, what is the importance of infection control in healthcare settings?

It is central to providing high quality health care for patients and a safe working environment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between sterilization and disinfection?

Sterilization kills all microorganisms, while disinfection reduces them to a harmless level (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Podiatry Board of Australia's approach to infection control?

It adopts the National Health and Medical Research Council's guidelines (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the destruction or inhibition of microorganisms on living tissues?

Antisepsis (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of an endogenous infection?

The patient themselves (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of aseptic non-touch technique?

To prevent susceptible sites from contacting non-sterile items (D) Signup and view all the answers

How long should surgical hand hygiene be performed with antimicrobial skin cleanser?

5 minutes for the first wash of the day and 3 minutes for subsequent washes (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why should any cuts or abrasions on the skin be covered during work?

To prevent infection transmission (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended length of nails for healthcare professionals?

Short and smooth-edged (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why should jewellery not be worn during invasive procedures?

It may harbour microorganisms (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy of UniClinic regarding clothing?

Bare-below-elbows policy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for wearing a mask in podiatry?

To prevent exposure to airborne particles (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason to wear gowns or aprons in podiatry?

To prevent sharp objects from causing harm (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of footwear recommended for podiatry?

Enclosed, non-slip, firm upper (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following procedures is NOT a podiatry example that requires PPE?

Dental fillings (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of wearing goggles in podiatry?

To prevent splashing with fluids (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern when cleaning the floor in a clinical area?

Reducing the risk of slips and falls (B) Signup and view all the answers

How should the patient chair and plinth be cleaned?

Using a neutral detergent in one direction (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be used to clean up blood or body fluid spills?

PPE and paper towels followed by neutral detergent and water (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of cleaning the treatment trolley?

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

How should the patient's skin or nails be prepared for assessment or treatment?

Using alcohol wipes or non-sterile gauze with chlorhexidine (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to clinical waste?

Place it in a yellow-lined bin (B) Signup and view all the answers