#1
Which of the following is an example of a universal precaution in healthcare?
Wearing gloves when handling bodily fluids
Using expired medication
Leaving used needles uncovered
Not washing hands before patient care
#2
What is the recommended duration for handwashing according to WHO guidelines?
5 seconds
20 seconds
1 minute
10 minutes
#3
What is the purpose of an isolation room in healthcare facilities?
To provide a quiet space for patients
To isolate patients with infectious diseases
To store medical equipment
To hold staff meetings
#4
Which of the following is a proper way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases?
Avoiding hand hygiene practices
Not covering your mouth when sneezing
Sharing personal items with others
Practicing respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette
#5
Which of the following is an essential component of standard precautions in healthcare?
Wearing a mask only when performing surgical procedures
Using hand hygiene practices only after patient contact
Using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Skipping gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids
#6
What is the primary purpose of medical asepsis?
To control chronic diseases
To eliminate all microorganisms from the environment
To maintain a clean environment to reduce the risk of infection
To promote the use of natural remedies
#7
What is the primary purpose of medical hand hygiene?
To moisturize the skin
To prevent the spread of pathogens
To cool down the hands
To increase blood circulation
#8
Which of the following is NOT a proper way to dispose of medical waste?
Incineration
Recycling
Autoclaving
Landfill disposal
#9
What is the purpose of sterilization in healthcare settings?
To reduce infection risk by eliminating microorganisms
To make equipment look clean
To increase the lifespan of medical tools
To save water during cleaning procedures
#10
What is the role of environmental cleaning in infection prevention?
To make the facility smell good
To reduce the risk of spreading infections
To provide entertainment for patients
To increase the workload of cleaning staff
#11
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)?
Maintaining proper ventilation in healthcare settings
Using single-use medical equipment whenever possible
Avoiding proper hand hygiene practices
Implementing antimicrobial stewardship programs
#12
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for maintaining personal hygiene in healthcare settings?
Regular handwashing
Keeping nails long and unpainted
Wearing clean uniforms or scrubs
Covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow
#13
What is the significance of proper waste segregation in healthcare facilities?
To increase recycling rates
To decrease waste disposal costs
To minimize the risk of cross-contamination and infections
To reduce the workload of cleaning staff
#14
What is the primary purpose of using disposable medical equipment?
To reduce costs
To minimize environmental impact
To prevent cross-contamination
To save time
#15
Which of the following is a primary reason for using personal protective equipment (PPE) in healthcare?
To enhance comfort
To follow fashion trends
To prevent exposure to infectious materials
To save money on laundry
#16
What is the purpose of conducting regular risk assessments in healthcare facilities?
To increase paperwork
To identify potential hazards and prevent accidents
To reduce staff morale
To avoid legal obligations
#17
Which of the following is a common mode of transmission for healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)?
Vector-borne transmission
Contact with contaminated surfaces
Exposure to cold weather
Consuming contaminated food or water
#18
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of poor healthcare hygiene practices?
Increased risk of healthcare-associated infections
Patient satisfaction
Legal implications
Financial burden on healthcare facilities
#19
Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the spread of antimicrobial resistance?
Overuse and misuse of antibiotics
Proper hand hygiene practices
Inadequate infection control measures
Lack of access to clean water and sanitation