NYS Infection Control Mandated Training Complete Questions & Answers!!
9 views 0 purchase
Course
NYS INFECTION CONTROL MANDATED TRAINING
Institution
NYS INFECTION CONTROL MANDATED TRAINING
A healthcare worker who is HIV-positive expresses concern about confidentiality related to the condition. Which of the following statements provide accurate information about the healthcare worker's right to confidentiality? - ANSWER The worker is protected by the New York State HIV confidentiality...
NYS Infection Control Mandated Training
Complete Questions & Answers!!
A healthcare worker who is HIV-positive expresses concern about confidentiality related
to the condition. Which of the following statements provide accurate information about the healthcare worker's right to confidentiality? - ANSWER The worker is protected by the New York State HIV confidentiality law and is not required to disclose HIV status to patients or employers.
Which of the following would be considered an occupational health goal for preventing infection in a healthcare setting? - ANSWER Protecting healthcare workers from communicable diseases.
A healthcare worker is observed cleaning instruments prior to sterilization. Which of these actions of the worker represents an error that requires correction? - ANSWER The worker cleans the instruments in a hand-washing sink
Which of the following pathogens, that the healthcare worker may encounter in their work environment is the least susceptible to sterilization processes and disinfecting agents? - ANSWER Prion agents
To insure proper processing of items and equipment for patient care, it is essential to use - ANSWER The manufacturer's recommendations.
Which of the following practices would result in contamination? - ANSWER Reusing single-use equipment without reprocessing.
A healthcare worker is planning to provide care to a patient who has active tuberculosis.
The worker should plan to wear: - ANSWER An N95 filter respirator
Which of the personal protective equipment (PPE) listed below should be used when changing a dressing for a patient who has a three-day-old clean surgical incision? - ANSWER Gloves, only
Non-sterile gloves may be used for which of these procedures? - ANSWER Gastric tube
feedings
Which of the following is an engineering control that would assist in preventing the transmission of tuberculosis? - ANSWER A negative pressure room.
Which of the following is a work practice control that should be implemented to protect patients and healthcare workers? - ANSWER Not recapping needles.
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller shantelleG. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $9.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
