Quiz: Infection control standard precautions

What are standard precautions?

Basic infection prevention practices designed to reduce transmission of pathogens. They apply to all patients.

True or false: Gloves are always needed for patient contact.

False, because gloves are needed only when there is a risk of exposure to bodily fluids.

Difference between antiseptic and disinfectant?

Antiseptics are used on skin; disinfectants are used on surfaces to kill germs.

Fill in the blank: Hand hygiene includes ______ and ______.

washing hands with soap and water, using alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

Question: When should nurses perform hand hygiene?

Before and after patient contact, after removing gloves, and before procedures.

What is the role of PPE?

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protects healthcare workers from exposure to infectious agents.

True or false: Masks are only needed during surgery.

False, because masks are also required in other situations involving respiratory droplet transmission.

Difference between contact and airborne precautions?

Contact precautions prevent spread through direct/indirect contact; airborne precautions prevent spread of pathogens through the air.

What is the purpose of patient isolation?

To prevent the spread of infection from one patient to others and protect vulnerable individuals.

Question: What should be done with contaminated needles?

They should be disposed of in a designated sharps container immediately after use.

Fill in the blank: Effective hand hygiene requires a minimum of ______ seconds of scrubbing.

20 seconds.

What is the significance of the CDC in infection control?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides guidelines for infection control practices in healthcare settings.

True or false: Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are ineffective against all pathogens.

False, because they are effective against many, but not all pathogens, especially spores.

What should be worn during procedures with high risk of splash?

Goggles and a face shield should be worn to protect the face and eyes.

Question: Which body fluid is NOT considered potentially infectious?

Sweat is typically not considered infectious according to standard precautions.

True or false: Standard precautions apply only to known infections.

False, because they apply to all patients regardless of known infection status.

Fill in the blank: Waste from patients with infections should be disposed of as ______.

biohazard waste.

What should you do if exposed to blood?

Follow the facility's exposure protocol, including reporting the incident and seeking medical evaluation.

Question: How often should PPE be changed?

PPE should be changed between patients and whenever it becomes contaminated.

What is the function of a surgical mask?

To protect the wearer from inhaling pathogens or droplets and to protect patients from the wearer's respiratory secretions.