#1
Which of the following is an example of a standard precaution in infection control?
Wearing gloves when handling bodily fluids
Administering antibiotics to all patients
Changing bed linens only when visibly soiled
Cleaning equipment only at the end of the day
#2
What is the primary purpose of hand hygiene in healthcare settings?
To keep hands warm
To prevent the spread of infection
To improve grip strength
To moisturize the skin
#3
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice for preventing needlestick injuries?
Recapping needles after use
Using safety-engineered devices
Disposing of needles in puncture-resistant containers
Avoiding the unnecessary use of needles
#4
What is the correct sequence for donning personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Gown, mask, gloves
Gloves, gown, mask
Mask, gloves, gown
Mask, gown, gloves
#5
What is the recommended duration for handwashing with soap and water?
5 seconds
15 seconds
30 seconds
60 seconds
#6
Which of the following is an example of a healthcare-associated infection?
Common cold
Streptococcal pharyngitis
Chickenpox
Catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)
#7
Which of the following is a mode of transmission for healthcare-associated infections?
Fomite transmission
Vector-borne transmission
Waterborne transmission
All of the above
#8
What does PPE stand for in the context of infection control?
Personal Performance Evaluation
Patient Procedure Efficiency
Personal Protective Equipment
Patient Protection Enhancement
#9
Which organization provides guidelines and standards for infection control practices in healthcare settings?
WHO (World Health Organization)
NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)
FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
#10
What is the purpose of an autoclave in healthcare facilities?
To sterilize medical instruments
To provide emergency power backup
To store patient records
To regulate room temperature
#11
What is the purpose of performing environmental cleaning in healthcare settings?
To make the environment look tidy
To eliminate microorganisms and prevent infection transmission
To save energy
To reduce noise pollution
#12
Which of the following is a measure to prevent the spread of airborne infections?
Using hand sanitizer
Wearing a surgical mask
Disinfecting surfaces
Ensuring proper ventilation
#13
What is the purpose of an isolation room in healthcare facilities?
To provide privacy for patients
To separate patients with contagious diseases
To store medical supplies
To conduct surgical procedures
#14
Which of the following is an example of a transmission-based precaution in infection control?
Wearing gloves
Using hand sanitizer
Placing a patient in an isolation room
Changing bed linens regularly
#15
What is the primary purpose of surveillance in infection control?
To track the spread of diseases among healthcare workers
To monitor patient satisfaction
To identify trends and outbreaks of infections
To regulate hospital finances
#16
Which of the following is a measure to prevent healthcare-associated infections related to urinary catheters?
Minimizing hand hygiene
Using a closed urinary drainage system
Delaying catheter removal
Reusing catheters
#17
What is the primary purpose of conducting infection control audits in healthcare settings?
To increase the spread of infections
To identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with infection control protocols
To decrease patient safety
To increase healthcare costs