Questions and Answers
How many types of transmission-based precautions are recognized today?
3
When placing two patients in the same room, how far apart should their beds be located?
3 feet
In addition to gloves, what is required PPE for contact precautions?
Gown
In addition to gloves, what is required PPE for airborne precautions while suctioning?
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In addition to gloves, what is required PPE for droplet precautions?
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Cohorting of patients means that?
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Transporting a patient under airborne precautions requires the patient to?
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Patients in contact precautions require being wrapped in a clean sheet when being transported to other departments.
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Post-precaution environmental cleaning measures require which of the following in the hospital?
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The single most effective way to prevent the transmission of infection is?
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Study Notes
Transmission-Based Precautions
- Three types of transmission-based precautions are recognized: contact, droplet, and airborne.
Patient Room Arrangement
- When placing two patients in the same room, their beds should be situated at least 3 feet apart.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements
- Contact precautions require gloves and a gown.
- Airborne precautions necessitate gloves, an N95 mask, a gown, and eye protection, especially during suctioning.
- Droplet precautions involve wearing either an N95 or surgical mask in addition to gloves.
Cohorting of Patients
- Cohorting allows two patients with the same infection to share a room, promoting efficient management of similar cases.
Patient Transport under Precautions
- Patients under airborne precautions must wear a mask during transport if they can tolerate it.
- Patients in contact precautions should be wrapped in a clean sheet when transported to other departments.
Environmental Cleaning Standards
- Post-precaution cleaning measures require thorough cleaning and disinfecting of the room and any equipment used, utilizing EPA registered products. Steaming is recommended if feasible.
Infection Prevention
- Hand hygiene is the single most effective method to prevent the transmission of infections in healthcare settings.
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Test your knowledge on standard precautions and transmission-based practices in healthcare settings. This quiz covers key concepts such as types of precautions, patient placement, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. Perfect for healthcare professionals looking to refresh their understanding.
