Infection Control and Hand Hygiene Quiz

Regular handwashing effectively reduces the spread of infections by removing germs from hands.

Proper handwashing duration, recommended for 20 seconds, ensures thorough cleaning and germ removal.

Vector-borne transmission, such as through mosquitoes or ticks, is a common mode of infectious disease transmission.

PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment, which includes garments and equipment worn to protect against hazards in healthcare settings.

Healthcare workers practice hand hygiene to reduce the risk of spreading infections to patients, promoting patient safety and well-being.

The primary goal of infection control practices in healthcare settings is to minimize the spread of infections, protecting patients and healthcare workers.

Wearing gloves is not considered hand hygiene as it provides a physical barrier but does not remove germs.

Alcohol-based hand sanitizers primarily kill germs on the hands, promoting cleanliness and reducing infection transmission.

Antiseptics are substances that kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms on the skin, promoting hygiene and preventing infections.

Reusing needles and syringes is not recommended as it increases the risk of infection transmission.

MRSA acquired in a hospital is an example of a nosocomial infection, which is contracted in healthcare settings.

Contact transmission involves touching contaminated surfaces, leading to the transfer of pathogens and potential infection.

Turning off the faucet with a paper towel after handwashing prevents recontamination of clean hands.

Sterilization is the process of killing all viable microorganisms, including bacterial spores, to prevent contamination and infection.

Drying hands with a clean, disposable paper towel is a recommended technique for proper handwashing, ensuring cleanliness and preventing recontamination.

Decontamination is the process of removing dirt, debris, and germs from surfaces, reducing the risk of infection transmission.

Proper hand hygiene practices do not contribute to the development of antimicrobial resistance; instead, they help prevent it by reducing infection transmission.