5 Questions
What is the minimum infection prevention practice that applies to all patient care, regardless of suspected or confirmed infection status?
Standard precautions
What practice was introduced in 1985–88 following the AIDS outbreak in the 1980s?
Universal precautions
What was introduced in 1987 as an adjustment to universal precautions?
Body substance isolation
What was introduced in 1996 to replace both universal precautions and body substance isolation?
Evolution of standard precautions
What was the primary focus of Universal Precautions?
Protecting against bloodborne pathogens
Test your knowledge of fundamental nursing practices with this quiz on standard precautions and the principle of asepsis. Learn about the elements of standard precautions and understand the importance of maintaining aseptic conditions in nursing practice. This quiz is designed to enhance your understanding and application of essential infection prevention measures.
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