Hand Hygiene and Infection Control Quiz

Regular handwashing is an effective method to reduce the spread of infections by removing and killing pathogens on hands.

Proper handwashing involves scrubbing hands with soap for at least 20 seconds to ensure thorough cleaning.

The primary purpose of hand hygiene is to prevent the spread of infections by eliminating or reducing the presence of pathogens on hands.

Washing hands for 5 seconds is not a recommended handwashing technique; proper handwashing requires at least 20 seconds of scrubbing with soap.

A nosocomial infection is one acquired in a hospital, such as a surgical wound infection acquired during a hospital stay.

PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment in the context of infection control, including items like masks, gloves, and gowns.

Proper hand hygiene when wearing gloves involves washing hands after removing them to prevent contamination.

Toothpaste is not a common hand hygiene product; it is meant for oral hygiene, not hand cleaning.

Proper hand sanitizer usage involves rubbing it on your hands for at least 10 seconds to ensure effectiveness.

If hands are visibly dirty, it is recommended to wash them with soap and water rather than relying on hand sanitizer.

After washing hands, it is recommended to dry them using a clean towel or air dryer to complete the hand hygiene process.

Contact transmission involves touching a contaminated surface and then touching the face, providing a route for infection.

Microorganisms that can cause disease but normally exist harmlessly on or in the body are termed normal flora.

The primary advantage of alcohol-based hand sanitizers is that they require less time to use compared to traditional soap and water handwashing.

After a long meeting is not a critical moment for hand hygiene in healthcare settings; critical moments include before patient contact and after body fluid exposure.

Microorganisms that can cause disease are termed pathogens.

Droplet transmission involves being sneezed or coughed on by an infected person, transmitting respiratory infections.

Sterilization is the process of destroying all forms of microbial life, including spores, to achieve a completely sterile environment.

Sanitization is the process of reducing the number of microorganisms on surfaces to a safe level, preventing the risk of infection.