Ch.28-Sherpath--Infection & Infection Control-Wk 1

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What phrase describes medical asepsis?

Absence of all infectious agents.

Procedure known as clean technique. (correct)

Requires use of sterile gloves.

Prevents microbial entry into body.

Which statement is correct regarding hand hygiene in the health care setting?

Soap and water effectively reduce microorganisms on visibly dirty hands. (correct)

Infectious agents are killed by soap and water when washing hands.

Washing hands with very hot water helps eliminate a greater number of bacteria.

Non-alcohol-based hand sanitizers inhibit microorganisms growth on hands.

Am effective alcohol-based hand scrub must contain at least __ % alcohol.

100

60 (correct)

Match the situation to the type of personal protective equipment required

Head cover = Surgery or labor and delivery Goggles = Sprays from respiratory droplets Gloves = Direct contact with body fluids Gown = Patient on transmission precautions Signup and view all the answers

Place the personal protective equipment (PPE) in the order in which the nurse would remove them

1 = Gloves 2 = Eyewear 3 = Gown 4 = Mask Signup and view all the answers

Which practices would be included by the nurse when teaching about standard precautions?

Hand hygiene Signup and view all the answers

Which precaution would the nurse take when handling needles (sharps) to prevent an accidental needlestick?

Using a needleless system whenever possible Signup and view all the answers

As a member of the infection control committee, which action would the nurse suggest to help control transmission of respiratory infections among staff during influenza season?

Post signs in bathrooms demonstrating cough etiquette. Signup and view all the answers

Which transmission-based precaution would the nurse take for a seriously ill patient being admitted for influenza?

Provide a mask for the patient if leaving the room. Signup and view all the answers

Which activities can a nurse easily participate in if interested in slowing infection transmission within the community?

Participating in local handwashing campaigns Signup and view all the answers

Which source is best for the nurse to recommend for patients interested in information about the updated immunization schedule for adults?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) immunization website Signup and view all the answers

Which home care intervention helps reduce the transmission of infections?

Reporting infections as early as recognized Signup and view all the answers

Which diseases can the federal government order patients to be isolated and/or quarantined for?

Smallpox Signup and view all the answers

Place in order the steps of establishing a sterile field.

1 = Don a facemask if required. 2 = Perform thorough hand hygiene. 3 = Establish the sterile field above waist level. 4 = Open sterile packages away from the body. Signup and view all the answers

Match the cleaning method with its use.

Germicide = Uses chlorhexidine Chemical Sterilization = Process that uses gases Physical Sterilization = Process that uses steam or radiation Disinfection = Cleans medical equipment and skin Signup and view all the answers

Which personal protective equipment (PPE) would the nurse don before observing a sterile procedure in the operating room?

Mask. Signup and view all the answers

Which actions would a nurse take when caring for a patient with cellulitis?

Implement wound care Signup and view all the answers

Which intervention would a nurse anticipate specifically for a patient suspected of meningitis?

Lumbar puncture Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the administration of a medication by a nurse?

Dependent intervention Signup and view all the answers

Which phrases describe the purpose of hand hygiene?

Prevents the spread of infection Signup and view all the answers

Which step is first in the sequence for donning personal protective equipment (PPE)?

Hand hygiene. Signup and view all the answers

Which infection would require a nurse to don a fitted N95 respiratory mask?

Tuberculosis Signup and view all the answers

Which statements best describe the purpose for greeting the patient and explaining the need for personal protective equipment (PPE)?

Eases fear and misunderstanding Signup and view all the answers

Which piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) would the nurse consistently don when anticipating that contact with a patient's body secretions will be possible?

Gloves Signup and view all the answers

In which situation is it permissible for the nurse to use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer?

When hands are not visibly soiled Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior indicates the need for additional teaching after educating a patient about respiratory etiquette?

Reusing tissues for a productive cough. Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing student's note would the nurse correct?

Standard precautions used during bed, bath, and mouth care. Signup and view all the answers

Which infection would prompt the nurse to implement contact precautions?

Hepatitis A Signup and view all the answers

By which means are pathogens transmitted through droplets, requiring infected patients to be placed on protective precautions?

Coughing/Sneezing Signup and view all the answers

Which infection would require a patient to be admitted to the airborne infection isolation room?

Varicella Zoster Signup and view all the answers

Match the transmission-based precaution with the mode of transmission it prevents.

<h1>Person to person = contact Coughing, sneezing = Droplet Suspended particles = Airborne</h1> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of transmission-based precaution with the infection for which it is implemented.

<h1>Herpes simplex virus (HSV) = Contact Rubella = Droplet Rubeola = Airborne</h1> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of action is the nurse taking to reduce the spread of infections by not going to work when sick?

Personal Signup and view all the answers

Which action can communities engage in to help reduce infections among their citizens?

Encouraging and facilitating immunization programs Signup and view all the answers

Which group(s) does the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) apply the term quarantine to?

People/Animals Signup and view all the answers

Match the precaution with its corresponding description.

<h1>Separates sick and contagious people from others = Isolation Separates people exposed to a contagious disease = Quarantine Separates people with weak immune systems = Protective isolation</h1> Signup and view all the answers

Which medical asepsis interventions by the nurse directly protect the patient from infection?

Cleaning patient bedside equipment routinely Signup and view all the answers

Which actions are required by the nurse when preparing for a sterile procedure?

Keeping sterile surfaces dry Signup and view all the answers

Which action would the nurse recognize as a breach in surgical asepsis that contaminated the sterile field?

Health care provider reached over sterile field to pick up a towel Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure is necessary for equipment being used to enter a sterile body cavity?

Sterilization Signup and view all the answers

Which type of infection would a nurse suspect when caring for a patient who has a prescription for a Clostridium difficile test?

Gastrointestinal infection Signup and view all the answers

A nurse caring for a patient with an infection would anticipate a temperature less than __°F when the infection has resolved.

100.4 Signup and view all the answers

Which actions by the nurse would be considered independent nursing interventions?

Counseling a patient Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Medical Asepsis and Hand Hygiene

Medical asepsis refers to practices aimed at reducing the number of pathogens to prevent infection.
Effective hand hygiene is critical in healthcare settings for preventing transmission of infections.
Alcohol-based hand scrub must contain at least 60% alcohol to be effective against pathogens.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

PPE is essential for protecting healthcare workers and patients during procedures.
When removing PPE, follow the correct sequence to prevent contamination: gloves, gown, face shield or goggles, and mask.
For observing sterile procedures in the operating room, a nurse would don gloves, gown, mask, and goggles.

Standard Precautions and Needle Safety

Standard precautions include hand hygiene, use of PPE, and proper disposal of sharps.
To prevent accidental needlestick injuries, nurses should use safety-engineered devices and avoid recapping needles.
Educating patients on standard precautions is crucial for infection control.

Infection Control Measures

Nurses can suggest frequent handwashing and masking during influenza season to control respiratory infections transmission.
Patients with influenza require droplet precautions upon admission.
Community engagement, such as vaccination campaigns, can help slow infection transmission in the population.

Immunization and Home Care Interventions

The CDC is a reliable source for updated adult immunization schedules.
Home care interventions, such as proper disposal of waste and cleaning surfaces, help reduce infection transmission.

Isolation and Quarantine Regulations

Certain diseases, like tuberculosis and Ebola, can lead to federal isolation or quarantine orders for patients.
Steps for establishing a sterile field include planning the layout, cleaning surfaces, and ensuring all items are sterile.

Cleaning Techniques and Isolation Precautions

Different cleaning methods should be matched with their uses, like disinfecting for surfaces and sterilizing for instruments.
Nursing actions for patients with cellulitis may include monitoring and antibiotic administration, while meningitis requires isolation precautions.

Definitions and Procedures

The term for medication administration by a nurse is "nursing intervention."
First step in donning PPE is hand hygiene.
An N95 mask is required for infections like tuberculosis that require airborne precautions.

Patient Interaction and Hand Hygiene

Explaining the need for PPE to patients is essential for transparency and trust.
Consistent use of gloves is necessary for any patient care involving body secretions.
Alcohol-based hand sanitizer is permissible when hands are not visibly soiled.

Respiratory Etiquette and Educational Corrections

Observing lack of respiratory etiquette indicates a need for further patient education.
Correct nursing students' notes may involve clarifying infection control protocols.
Contact precautions are necessary for infections like MRSA.

Transmission-Based Precautions

Droplet transmission necessitates protective precautions for infections such as the flu.
Airborne precaution rooms are designated for infections like measles or COVID-19.
Understanding the mode of transmission helps determine the appropriate type of precaution.

Community and CDC Guidelines

Quarantine applies to exposed individuals, including travelers returning from outbreaks or those infected.
Nurses' independent interventions can involve hand hygiene practices and patient education.

Aseptic Techniques and Surgical Procedures

Maintaining a sterile field involves avoiding breaches such as reaching over sterile areas.
Surgical procedures require sterilization of equipment entering sterile body cavities.
Clostridium difficile tests indicate a suspicion of clostridial infection based on symptoms.

Temperature and Nursing Interventions

Following an infection, a nurse expects the patient’s temperature to be less than 100.4°F (38°C).
Independent nursing interventions can include educating patients about infection prevention practices and monitoring vital signs.

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