10 Questions
Which type of precautions should be applied to the care of all patients in all healthcare settings?
Standard Precautions
What is an example of a disease for which Contact Precautions should be used?
Impetigo
When are Transmission-based precautions used?
In addition to Standard Precautions
What should be included in Standard Precautions?
Hand hygiene, wearing of personal protective equipment, and safe injection practices
What is an example of an infection requiring Airborne Precautions?
Tuberculosis
What type of pathogens can be transmitted by Contact Precautions?
Infections transmitted by direct or indirect contact
Which of the following is NOT included in Standard Precautions?
Patient isolation in a single-patient room
Which of the following is an example of a disease requiring Airborne Precautions?
Influenza
In addition to Standard Precautions, Transmission-based precautions should be used for:
Patients with known or suspected infectious agents
"Handling and safe disposal of waste including sharps" is part of which type of precaution?
Standard Precautions
Learn about the standard precautions that should be applied to the care of all patients in healthcare settings, including hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, respiratory hygiene, safe injection practices, aseptic techniques, and cleaning of patient areas. This quiz focuses on measures to prevent the spread of infectious agents in medical facilities.
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