Infection Control and Occupational Exposure Quiz

HIV is a bloodborne pathogen transmitted through blood and bodily fluids.

Handwashing should last for at least 20 seconds for effective reduction of infection spread.

A surgical mask is an example of PPE used to prevent occupational exposure to infectious agents.

HBV is primarily transmitted through direct contact with infected blood or bodily fluids in healthcare settings.

Recapping needles after use is not recommended for preventing occupational exposure.

A 1:10 bleach and water solution is recommended for disinfecting surfaces contaminated with blood or bodily fluids.

Magnetic transmission is not a recognized mode of HAIs transmission.

Sterilization is the process of completely destroying all forms of microbial life.

CDC provides guidelines and standards for infection control practices in healthcare settings.

Disinfection is the process of reducing microorganisms on a surface to a safe level.

Using respiratory protection, like N95 respirators, reduces the risk of airborne transmission of infectious agents.

Malaria is a vector-borne disease that poses a risk to healthcare workers.

CDI is commonly transmitted through contact transmission in healthcare settings.