#1
Which of the following is an example of a healthcare-associated infection (HAI)?
Common cold contracted outside of a healthcare facility
Surgical site infection acquired after a hospital procedure
Food poisoning from contaminated food at home
Skin rash from an allergic reaction to laundry detergent
#2
Which organization provides guidelines and recommendations for infection control practices in healthcare settings?
World Health Organization (WHO)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
#3
Which of the following is a recommended duration for handwashing to effectively remove pathogens?
5 seconds
10 seconds
20 seconds
30 seconds
#4
What is the purpose of using personal protective equipment (PPE) in healthcare settings?
To ensure patient comfort
To protect healthcare workers from exposure to infectious agents
To reduce hospital costs
To increase visibility of healthcare staff
#5
Which of the following is NOT considered a mode of transmission for infectious agents in healthcare settings?
Direct contact
Airborne transmission
Foodborne transmission
Vector-borne transmission
#6
What is the primary goal of infection control in healthcare settings?
To increase healthcare costs
To minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)
To limit patient access to medical care
To reduce the effectiveness of medical treatments
#7
Which of the following is an example of a nosocomial infection?
Chickenpox contracted at school
Urinary tract infection acquired during a hospital stay
Food poisoning from a restaurant
Influenza from a family member
#8
What is the primary mode of transmission for Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection?
Airborne transmission
Direct contact with contaminated surfaces
Vector-borne transmission
Foodborne transmission
#9
Which of the following is NOT a standard precaution for infection control?
Hand hygiene
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Isolation precautions for all patients
Safe injection practices
#10
What is the purpose of antimicrobial stewardship programs in healthcare facilities?
To promote the use of antibiotics for all patients
To limit the use of antimicrobials to only severe cases
To encourage patients to self-prescribe antibiotics
To prevent the spread of antibiotic resistance and ensure optimal use of antimicrobials
#11
Which of the following is an example of a transmission-based precaution?
Hand hygiene
Standard precautions
Contact precautions
Respiratory hygiene
#12
What is the recommended method for disposing of contaminated needles and sharps in healthcare settings?
Throwing them directly into the regular trash bin
Recycling them for environmental sustainability
Using puncture-resistant containers labeled as 'sharps containers'
Leaving them on a tray for later disposal by housekeeping staff
#13
What is the recommended frequency for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces in healthcare settings?
Once a day
Twice a week
After each patient encounter
Once a month
#14
Which of the following is an example of a healthcare-associated infection (HAI) that is typically transmitted via contaminated medical devices?
Influenza
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI)
Tuberculosis
#15
Which of the following actions contributes to preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) related to urinary catheterization?
Keeping catheters in place for as long as possible
Using sterile technique during catheter insertion
Changing catheters only when they become visibly soiled
Applying petroleum jelly to catheter insertion sites daily
#16
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for preventing catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs)?
Using sterile technique during catheter insertion
Removing the catheter as soon as it's no longer necessary
Limiting the use of indwelling catheters
Using the same catheter for multiple patients
#17
What is the primary purpose of the Chain of Infection concept in infection control?
To identify the source of infections
To break the cycle of infection transmission
To determine the appropriate antibiotic therapy
To increase the virulence of infectious agents
#18
Which of the following actions can contribute to reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) related to invasive procedures?
Using a single pair of gloves for multiple procedures
Avoiding the use of sterile technique during procedures
Implementing proper disinfection and sterilization practices
Leaving equipment and instruments uncovered between uses