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What is the primary advantage of using an autoclave for sterilization?
What is the primary advantage of using an autoclave for sterilization?
- It is effective for heat labile items
- It is a rapid process
- It is a dependable and non-toxic method (correct)
- It is a low-cost method
What is the minimum percentage of contaminants captured by HEPA air filters at 0.3 μ in size?
What is the minimum percentage of contaminants captured by HEPA air filters at 0.3 μ in size?
- 99.97% (correct)
- 99.9%
- 99.99%
- 99.95%
What is the purpose of segregation/sorting in medical waste disposal?
What is the purpose of segregation/sorting in medical waste disposal?
- To store waste within a facility
- To eliminate waste from a health facility
- To separate waste by type into colour coded bags (correct)
- To transport waste to a facility
What is the role of interim storage in medical waste disposal?
What is the role of interim storage in medical waste disposal?
What is the primary purpose of using glutaraldehyde 2% (Cidex) for sterilization?
What is the primary purpose of using glutaraldehyde 2% (Cidex) for sterilization?
What type of sterilization method is effective for heat labile items?
What type of sterilization method is effective for heat labile items?
What is the primary cause of a spill in medical waste disposal?
What is the primary cause of a spill in medical waste disposal?
What is the purpose of final disposal in medical waste disposal?
What is the purpose of final disposal in medical waste disposal?
What is the correct procedure for handling a sharp object?
What is the correct procedure for handling a sharp object?
What is the purpose of antibiotic stewardship?
What is the purpose of antibiotic stewardship?
What should be done immediately after a biological spill?
What should be done immediately after a biological spill?
How should safety boxes be stored?
How should safety boxes be stored?
What should be done in case of a chemical spill?
What should be done in case of a chemical spill?
What is the purpose of hands-free technique for passing sharps?
What is the purpose of hands-free technique for passing sharps?
What should be considered when selecting an antibiotic?
What should be considered when selecting an antibiotic?
What should be done before transporting safety boxes?
What should be done before transporting safety boxes?
What should be done after a spill of radioactive material?
What should be done after a spill of radioactive material?
What is a key consideration in rational antibiotic use?
What is a key consideration in rational antibiotic use?
Why should umbilical venous catheters be replaced?
Why should umbilical venous catheters be replaced?
How should breast pumps be cleaned and disinfected?
How should breast pumps be cleaned and disinfected?
Why should formula not be used beyond 24 hours after preparation?
Why should formula not be used beyond 24 hours after preparation?
How often should incubators be disinfected?
How often should incubators be disinfected?
What is the primary source of infection risk in endoscopy?
What is the primary source of infection risk in endoscopy?
What is the purpose of rinsing in reprocessing endoscopes?
What is the purpose of rinsing in reprocessing endoscopes?
What is the recommended concentration of glutaraldehyde for disinfection?
What is the recommended concentration of glutaraldehyde for disinfection?
Why is hypochlorite not used for disinfection?
Why is hypochlorite not used for disinfection?
What is the primary site of surgical site infections?
What is the primary site of surgical site infections?
What is the purpose of aseptic techniques in operating theatres?
What is the purpose of aseptic techniques in operating theatres?
What are the potential consequences of not washing hands after removing gloves?
What are the potential consequences of not washing hands after removing gloves?
When is the use of alcohol-based hand rub advised?
When is the use of alcohol-based hand rub advised?
How should liquid soap containers be managed?
How should liquid soap containers be managed?
Why can sterile gloves not replace hand washing?
Why can sterile gloves not replace hand washing?
What should be always used for drying hands after washing?
What should be always used for drying hands after washing?
In what situation should antiseptic hand wash be specifically used?
In what situation should antiseptic hand wash be specifically used?
What is the role of plain soap in hand washing?
What is the role of plain soap in hand washing?
What is a recommended practice when using running water for hand washing?
What is a recommended practice when using running water for hand washing?
What is the most important route through which pathogens are transmitted in health care settings during dialysis?
What is the most important route through which pathogens are transmitted in health care settings during dialysis?
Which measure is NOT listed as part of the standard precautions for dialysis treatment?
Which measure is NOT listed as part of the standard precautions for dialysis treatment?
What should be done after each patient to manage environmental issues?
What should be done after each patient to manage environmental issues?
What is NOT a recommended measure for the prevention and management of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) in dialysis units?
What is NOT a recommended measure for the prevention and management of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) in dialysis units?
What is recommended for the prevention and management of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) in dialysis units?
What is recommended for the prevention and management of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) in dialysis units?
For HIV prevention and management in dialysis units, what is a recommended practice?
For HIV prevention and management in dialysis units, what is a recommended practice?
What is a key patient care issue in dialysis units to minimize infection-related morbidity and mortality?
What is a key patient care issue in dialysis units to minimize infection-related morbidity and mortality?
Which is a measure listed for the prevention and management of bacterial infections in dialysis units?
Which is a measure listed for the prevention and management of bacterial infections in dialysis units?
