1. The primary goal of infection control in healthcare settings is to: a) Increase patient comfort
b) Prevent the spread of infections
c) Improve patient nutrition
d) Enhance communication between staff
Answer: b) Prevent the spread of infections

2. The most effective way to prevent the spread of infections is: a) Using hand sanitizer
b) Wearing gloves
c) Handwashing with soap and water
d) Disinfecting surfaces
Answer: c) Handwashing with soap and water

3. Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes all of the following except: a) Gloves
b) Face shield
c) Hand sanitizer
d) Gown
Answer: c) Hand sanitizer

4. The purpose of using a mask is to: a) Protect against skin infections
b) Protect against airborne pathogens
c) Protect against bloodborne pathogens
d) Protect against splashes
Answer: b) Protect against airborne pathogens

5. Hand hygiene should be performed: a) Before and after patient contact
b) Only after patient contact
c) Only before patient contact
d) Only when hands are visibly soiled
Answer: a) Before and after patient contact

6. Standard precautions apply to: a) All patients
b) Only patients with known infections
c) Only patients in isolation
d) Only patients with open wounds
Answer: a) All patients

7. The best way to dispose of contaminated sharps is to: a) Place them in a regular trash bin
b) Place them in a sharps container
c) Rinse them and place them in the trash
d) Dispose of them in a biohazard bag
Answer: b) Place them in a sharps container

8. The primary purpose of disinfection is to: a) Kill all microorganisms
b) Reduce the number of microorganisms
c) Sterilize medical equipment
d) Remove visible dirt
Answer: b) Reduce the number of microorganisms

9. The term “aseptic technique” refers to: a) Methods used to reduce the number of microorganisms
b) Techniques used to kill all microorganisms
c) The process of sterilizing instruments
d) Using antibiotics to prevent infection
Answer: a) Methods used to reduce the number of microorganisms

10. Which of the following is not a type of isolation precaution? a) Airborne precautions
b) Contact precautions
c) Droplet precautions
d) Standard precautions
Answer: d) Standard precautions

11. The correct order of donning PPE is: a) Gown, gloves, mask, face shield
b) Gloves, gown, mask, face shield
c) Mask, gown, face shield, gloves
d) Gown, mask, face shield, gloves
Answer: d) Gown, mask, face shield, gloves

12. The term “biohazard” refers to: a) Biological waste that is harmful to health
b) Chemical substances
c) Physical hazards in the environment
d) Radioactive materials
Answer: a) Biological waste that is harmful to health

13. The purpose of isolation precautions is to: a) Protect patients from exposure to germs
b) Isolate infected patients from the hospital
c) Prevent healthcare workers from contracting diseases
d) Ensure all patients receive antibiotics
Answer: a) Protect patients from exposure to germs

14. The term “sterilization” refers to: a) Removing visible dirt from surfaces
b) Reducing the number of microorganisms
c) Killing all microorganisms
d) Disinfecting surfaces
Answer: c) Killing all microorganisms

15. When should hand hygiene be performed? a) Before eating and after using the restroom
b) After touching surfaces in the patient’s room
c) Before and after patient care
d) Only when hands are visibly dirty
Answer: c) Before and after patient care

16. Which of the following is an example of a contact precaution? a) Using a respirator
b) Wearing gloves and a gown
c) Placing a patient in a negative pressure room
d) Using a surgical mask
Answer: b) Wearing gloves and a gown

17. In the event of a needle-stick injury, the nurse should: a) Report the injury immediately
b) Ignore it if there’s no visible blood
c) Clean the needle with alcohol
d) Continue working without further action
Answer: a) Report the injury immediately

18. The correct method for cleaning a spill of blood is: a) Using a dry cloth
b) Wiping with water
c) Using a disinfectant solution
d) Using a vacuum cleaner
Answer: c) Using a disinfectant solution

19. The role of a hand sanitizer is to: a) Remove all types of microorganisms
b) Reduce the number of microorganisms
c) Disinfect surfaces
d) Sterilize medical equipment
Answer: b) Reduce the number of microorganisms

20. Which of the following is a common route of infection transmission? a) Direct contact
b) Radiant heat
c) Chemical exposure
d) Physical impact
Answer: a) Direct contact

21. Airborne precautions are necessary for which type of infection? a) Tuberculosis
b) Hepatitis B
c) Influenza
d) Norovirus
Answer: a) Tuberculosis

22. The appropriate action for managing a patient with a respiratory infection is: a) Contact precautions
b) Droplet precautions
c) Airborne precautions
d) Standard precautions
Answer: b) Droplet precautions

23. The purpose of using a gown during patient care is to: a) Protect the patient from infection
b) Protect the healthcare worker from contamination
c) Enhance comfort for the patient
d) Prevent the spread of disease in the environment
Answer: b) Protect the healthcare worker from contamination

24. The term “fomite” refers to: a) An inanimate object that can transmit pathogens
b) A living organism that transmits disease
c) A type of protective clothing
d) A cleaning agent
Answer: a) An inanimate object that can transmit pathogens

25. In infection control, the term “disinfection” means: a) The complete destruction of all microorganisms
b) The reduction of microorganisms to a safe level
c) The process of preventing infections
d) The removal of dirt and organic matter
Answer: b) The reduction of microorganisms to a safe level

26. The best practice to prevent healthcare-associated infections is: a) Overusing antibiotics
b) Ensuring proper hand hygiene
c) Ignoring standard precautions
d) Avoiding patient contact
Answer: b) Ensuring proper hand hygiene

27. The use of a negative pressure room is essential for which type of precaution? a) Contact precautions
b) Droplet precautions
c) Airborne precautions
d) Standard precautions
Answer: c) Airborne precautions

28. The term “quarantine” refers to: a) Isolation of healthy individuals who have been exposed to a contagious disease
b) Isolation of patients who are sick with a contagious disease
c) The process of cleaning medical equipment
d) The procedure for washing hands
Answer: a) Isolation of healthy individuals who have been exposed to a contagious disease

29. The primary method of sterilizing heat-sensitive medical equipment is: a) Autoclaving
b) Chemical sterilization
c) Dry heat
d) Boiling water
Answer: b) Chemical sterilization

30. The most effective way to clean a surface contaminated with blood is to: a) Use a disinfectant with an appropriate contact time
b) Wipe with a damp cloth
c) Rinse with water
d) Use a standard cleaner
Answer: a) Use a disinfectant with an appropriate contact time

31. When should gloves be worn during patient care? a) When there is a risk of exposure to blood or bodily fluids
b) Only when handling medications
c) Only when changing bed linens
d) During all patient interactions
Answer: a) When there is a risk of exposure to blood or bodily fluids

32. The best practice for cleaning and disinfecting reusable medical equipment is to: a) Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
b) Use water alone
c) Disinfect only when visibly dirty
d) Use a household cleaner
Answer: a) Follow the manufacturer’s instructions

33. Which of the following is an example of a droplet precaution? a) Placing the patient in a private room with negative pressure
b) Using a surgical mask when within 3 feet of the patient
c) Wearing a gown and gloves
d) Using a respirator
Answer: b) Using a surgical mask when within 3 feet of the patient

34. The correct action when handling contaminated linen is: a) Place it directly into the laundry without touching it
b) Fold it neatly and place it on a clean surface
c) Place it in a designated biohazard laundry bag
d) Rinse it with water before disposal
Answer: c) Place it in a designated biohazard laundry bag

35. Which of the following is an essential component of infection control protocols? a) Ensuring that patients are isolated
b) Monitoring for infections without testing
c) Educating staff about infection prevention
d) Restricting visitor access to the facility
Answer: c) Educating staff about infection prevention

36. Which of the following types of PPE is recommended when there is a risk of splash or spray? a) Gloves
b) Surgical mask
c) Face shield
d) N95 respirator
Answer: c) Face shield

37. Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are primarily caused by: a) Poor nutrition
b) Contaminated water
c) Improper hand hygiene
d) Excessive use of gloves
Answer: c) Improper hand hygiene

38. The term “nosocomial infection” refers to: a) An infection acquired at birth
b) An infection present before hospital admission
c) An infection acquired in a healthcare setting
d) An infection caused by a specific bacterium
Answer: c) An infection acquired in a healthcare setting

39. The most appropriate action after removing gloves is to: a) Disinfect the gloves before reuse
b) Perform hand hygiene
c) Place gloves in a regular trash bin
d) Touch surfaces freely
Answer: b) Perform hand hygiene

40. The purpose of cohorting patients is to: a) Reduce healthcare costs
b) Group patients with similar care needs
c) Isolate infectious patients from others
d) Enhance patient comfort
Answer: c) Isolate infectious patients from others

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