#1
Which of the following is an example of aseptic technique?
Using sterile gloves during surgery
Cleaning a wound with dirty hands
Administering antibiotics after infection
Bandaging a wound with non-sterile gauze
#2
What is the primary function of a pathogen?
To promote healing
To cause disease
To support immune function
To aid digestion
#3
What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) in infection control?
To increase pathogen transmission
To protect healthcare workers and patients
To reduce the effectiveness of hand hygiene
To promote the spread of infectious diseases
#4
Which of the following is an example of a bloodborne pathogen?
Influenza virus
Hepatitis B virus
Staphylococcus aureus
Escherichia coli
#5
Which of the following is a common vector for the transmission of infectious diseases?
Mosquito
Oak tree
House cat
House plant
#6
What is the term for a microorganism that requires oxygen to survive?
Anaerobe
Aerobe
Facultative anaerobe
Obligate anaerobe
#7
Which of the following is a method of sterilization used in healthcare settings?
Boiling water
Disinfectant wipes
Autoclaving
Handwashing with soap
#8
What is the role of antibodies in the immune response to pathogens?
Neutralizing pathogens
Increasing pathogen replication
Activating inflammation
Destroying healthy cells
#9
What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections?
Avoiding hand hygiene
Using single-use medical equipment
Sharing personal items with patients
Ignoring isolation precautions
#10
Which of the following is an example of a Gram-negative bacterium?
Streptococcus pyogenes
Escherichia coli
Staphylococcus aureus
Clostridium difficile
#11
Which of the following is an example of a fungal pathogen?
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Candida albicans
Hepatitis B virus
#12
What is the primary role of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in infection control?
Providing medical treatment
Regulating healthcare facilities
Conducting research and providing guidelines
Training healthcare workers
#13
Which of the following is a characteristic of a nosocomial infection?
It occurs in the community
It is caused by environmental factors
It is acquired in a healthcare setting
It is always mild and self-limiting
#14
What is the term for the process of destroying all forms of microbial life, including bacterial spores?
Disinfection
Decontamination
Sterilization
Sanitization
#15
Which of the following is a characteristic of a viral pathogen?
It can be treated with antibiotics
It is always visible under a microscope
It requires a host cell to replicate
It is always harmless to humans
#16
What is the term for the ability of a microorganism to cause disease?
Pathogenicity
Virulence
Antigenicity
Immunogenicity
#17
Which of the following is a characteristic of a bacterial endospore?
It is a reproductive structure
It is easily killed by disinfectants
It can remain dormant for long periods
It is sensitive to environmental changes