Infection Control and Management in Nursing Homes During COVID-19 Quiz

Test your knowledge on preventing COVID-19 spread, PPE usage, and management in nursing homes during the pandemic.

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Which of the following is an effective measure for preventing the spread of COVID-19 in nursing homes?

Frequent handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds

Sharing personal items with residents

Reducing ventilation in common areas

Hosting large group activities indoors

What is the recommended distance for maintaining between individuals to prevent the transmission of COVID-19?

2 feet

4 feet

6 feet

8 feet

What is the primary mode of transmission for COVID-19 in nursing homes?

Airborne transmission

Fomite transmission

Vector-borne transmission

Foodborne transmission

Which population group is considered most vulnerable to severe illness from COVID-19 in nursing homes?

Children

Young adults

Elderly individuals

Middle-aged adults

What is the incubation period of COVID-19?

3-5 days

5-7 days

7-14 days

14-21 days

Which of the following personal protective equipment (PPE) is most crucial for healthcare workers when caring for COVID-19 patients in nursing homes?

Gloves

Face shield

Goggles

N95 respirator mask

What is the proper procedure for donning and doffing PPE when caring for COVID-19 patients?

Doff gown, perform hand hygiene, don gloves, don gown, don mask or respirator, don eye protection

Don gown, don gloves, don mask or respirator, don eye protection, perform hand hygiene

Don gown, don mask or respirator, don gloves, don eye protection, perform hand hygiene

Don mask or respirator, don gown, don gloves, don eye protection, perform hand hygiene

What is the recommended frequency for cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces in nursing homes?

Once a week

Twice a week

Daily

Every two weeks

What measures can be implemented to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission during meal times in nursing homes?

Serve meals in shared dining areas without physical distancing

Encourage residents to share utensils

Implement staggered meal times and maintain physical distancing

Reduce hand hygiene practices before and after meals

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What is the appropriate protocol for handling laundry in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Washing laundry at a low temperature without detergent

Using regular laundry procedures with hot water and detergent

Leaving soiled laundry in resident rooms

Reusing contaminated laundry bags

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What is the role of contact tracing in controlling the spread of COVID-19 in nursing homes?

Identifying individuals who may have been exposed to an infected person

Providing treatment to infected individuals

Disinfecting the facility

Educating residents about hand hygiene

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How does cohorting help in infection control in nursing homes during COVID-19 outbreaks?

It involves isolating residents who have tested positive for COVID-19

It involves mixing residents with and without COVID-19 to build immunity

It involves frequent testing of all residents and staff

It involves allowing unrestricted movement of residents and staff

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What is the role of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in infection control in nursing homes?

Providing direct medical care to residents

Regulating nursing home facilities and enforcing infection control standards

Conducting research on COVID-19 treatments

Offering financial assistance to nursing homes

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What should nursing homes do to ensure the mental well-being of residents during COVID-19 restrictions?

Isolate residents in their rooms to prevent contact

Limit communication with family members

Provide engaging activities and social interaction within safety guidelines

Increase restrictions on recreational activities

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How can nursing homes support staff members' mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Providing limited access to resources

Offering mental health support services and resources

Increasing workload without additional support

Ignoring staff concerns