5 Questions
What is the single most important intervention to prevent an infection?
Handwashing
Which type of infection is originally confined to one area then becomes a source for further spread of microorganisms?
Focal infection
What is the term for the process of ensuring patient safety in the clinical setting?
Applying infection control measures
What is the invasion of body tissue by microorganisms and their subsequent proliferation there, with damage to host tissue?
Infection
What is the term for the control of the vectors of infection?
Vector control
Test your knowledge of infection control with this quiz covering topics such as handwashing, asepsis, decontamination, standard precautions, and more. Demonstrate your understanding of infection control components and standard precautions by taking this quiz.
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