Infection Control Final Review Questions and Answers Rated A+
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Infection Control
Infection Control Final Review
Questions and Answers Rated A+
What is the first step in infection control before providing patient care?
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water or use hand sanitizer.
Why is it important to follow standard precautions in healthcare settings?
Standard pr...
Infection Control Final Review
Questions and Answers Rated A+
What is the first step in infection control before providing patient care?
✔✔ Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water or use hand sanitizer.
Why is it important to follow standard precautions in healthcare settings?
✔✔ Standard precautions are essential to prevent the spread of infections and protect both
patients and healthcare workers.
What should be done if you are exposed to a patient's blood or body fluids?
✔✔ Immediately wash the affected area with soap and water and report the exposure to the
appropriate authority.
How long should hands be washed to effectively remove germs?
✔✔ Hands should be washed for at least 20 seconds, scrubbing all areas, including between the
fingers and under the nails.
What is the purpose of using personal protective equipment (PPE)?
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,✔✔ PPE is used to create a barrier between the healthcare worker and potentially infectious
materials, reducing the risk of transmission.
When should gloves be worn during patient care?
✔✔ Gloves should be worn when there is potential contact with blood, body fluids, or non-intact
skin.
What is the proper way to dispose of used needles and other sharps?
✔✔ Dispose of used needles and sharps in a designated, puncture-resistant sharps container.
What is the recommended method for cleaning and disinfecting patient care equipment?
✔✔ Use appropriate disinfectants and follow manufacturer guidelines for cleaning and
disinfecting equipment after each use.
What action should be taken if you notice a tear or hole in your gloves during patient care?
✔✔ Remove the gloves immediately and replace them with a new pair to maintain protection.
Why is it important to cover coughs and sneezes in healthcare settings?
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, ✔✔ Covering coughs and sneezes helps prevent the spread of respiratory infections to others.
How should soiled linens be handled in a healthcare setting?
✔✔ Soiled linens should be placed in a designated bag and handled with gloves to prevent
contamination.
When should a mask be worn in a healthcare setting?
✔✔ A mask should be worn when providing care to patients with respiratory symptoms or when
there is a risk of airborne infection.
What is the significance of isolation precautions in infection control?
✔✔ Isolation precautions help prevent the spread of infectious diseases from one patient to
others, healthcare workers, or visitors.
How can healthcare workers prevent the spread of gastrointestinal infections?
✔✔ By practicing hand hygiene before and after handling food, waste, or after patient contact,
and using gloves when necessary.
What is the correct way to disinfect a surface in a patient room?
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