18 Questions
What is the primary function of an infection-control program in a healthcare institution?
To protect patients, employees, and visitors from infection
What is the term for a place where an infectious agent can live and multiply?
Reservoir
Which of the following is NOT a means of transmission?
Immunization
What is the term for a way to exit the reservoir to continue the chain of infection?
Portal of Exit
Which is an example of a infection control measure?
Good nutrition
What is the primary method of preventing microorganism transmission?
Hand hygiene
What is the mode of transmission where an infected person directly infects a susceptible person?
Direct Contact Transmission
What is the term for the site where the infectious agent leaves the host?
Portal of Exit
What is the term for an animal or object that carries an infectious agent?
Reservoir of Infection
What precaution should be taken to prevent airborne transmission of infectious agents?
Observation of proper handling to avoid aerosols and splashes
What is the primary mode of transmission of infectious agents through broken glass?
Percutaneous transmission
Why is it important to conduct regular fire drills?
To ensure employees and students know what to do in case of fire
What is the primary purpose of Standard Precautions in healthcare settings?
To apply minimum infection prevention practices to all patient care
What is a biohazard?
Any material that could be harmful to one's health
Which of the following is an example of a biohazard exposure route?
Ingestion of contaminated food
What is the purpose of respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette?
To reduce the transmission of airborne diseases
Which of the following is a component of Standard Precautions?
Using personal protective equipment
What is the primary way to prevent non-intact skin biohazard exposure?
Covering skin breaks or cuts with nonpermeable bandages
Understand the chain of infection, including reservoir, portal of exit, means of transmission, portal of entry, and susceptible host. Learn about infection control programs in healthcare institutions.
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