#1
What is the first step in hand hygiene according to WHO?
Rinse hands with water
Apply soap
Rub palms together
Turn off faucet with a towel
#2
Which of the following is an example of a healthcare-associated infection (HAI)?
Influenza
Common cold
MRSA
Food poisoning
#3
What is the minimum duration for effective handwashing as recommended by CDC?
10 seconds
20 seconds
30 seconds
40 seconds
#4
What is the primary purpose of an N95 respirator?
To prevent inhaling infectious droplets
To protect against chemical exposure
To filter out bacteria from the air
To provide oxygen during emergencies
#5
What is the recommended distance for maintaining social distancing to prevent the spread of respiratory infections?
1 foot
3 feet
6 feet
10 feet
#6
Which of the following is a common symptom of COVID-19?
Nausea
Sore throat
Joint pain
Loss of taste or smell
#7
What does the acronym CDC stand for in the context of infection control?
Center for Disease Control and Countermeasures
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Central Disease Control and Containment
Central Disease Control and Prevention
#8
What is the purpose of an antiseptic?
To kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms on living tissue
To remove dirt and debris from surfaces
To neutralize chemical spills
To disinfect medical instruments
#9
What does PPE stand for in the context of infection control?
Personal Protection Equipment
Primary Prevention Equipment
Pathogen Protection Ensemble
Post-exposure Prophylaxis Equipment
#10
Which of the following is NOT a mode of transmission for infectious diseases?
Direct contact
Indirect contact
Inhalation
Telepathy
#11
What is the purpose of an autoclave in infection control?
To sterilize medical instruments
To sanitize surfaces
To disinfect air
To decontaminate water
#12
Which of the following is NOT a standard precaution for infection control?
Wearing gloves
Using hand sanitizer
Practicing proper respiratory hygiene
Wearing a face shield only
#13
Which of the following is NOT considered a bloodborne pathogen?
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
#14
Which of the following is an example of a contact precaution?
Isolation for tuberculosis
Use of respiratory protection for airborne pathogens
Wearing gloves for direct patient contact
Restricting visitors for immunocompromised patients
#15
What is the primary route of transmission for Clostridium difficile infection (CDI)?
Airborne transmission
Droplet transmission
Contact transmission
Vector-borne transmission
#16
What is the appropriate action if a healthcare worker sustains a needlestick injury?
Apply antiseptic and continue working
Wash the area with soap and water, report the incident, and seek medical attention
Ignore the injury unless it starts bleeding
Inform coworkers and keep working
#17
Which of the following is an example of a nosocomial infection?
Strep throat contracted at school
Flu caught from a family member
MRSA infection acquired during a hospital stay
Food poisoning from contaminated food
#18
What is the primary purpose of an isolation gown?
To keep the wearer warm
To prevent the spread of pathogens to others
To provide comfort to the patient
To protect against radiation exposure
#19
What is the purpose of an engineering control in infection control measures?
To isolate infected patients
To eliminate or reduce exposure to hazards
To provide personal protective equipment (PPE)
To administer vaccines to healthcare workers
#20
Which of the following is an example of a droplet precaution?
Wearing gloves
Using an N95 respirator
Wearing a surgical mask
Wearing a gown
#21
What is the purpose of a safety data sheet (SDS) in a healthcare setting?
To record patient information
To document employee training
To provide information on hazardous chemicals
To manage medical supplies
#22
What is the correct order of putting on PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)?
Gloves, gown, mask, goggles
Gown, mask, goggles, gloves
Mask, goggles, gloves, gown
Goggles, gown, gloves, mask
#23
What is the recommended technique for removing contaminated gloves?
Pinch the gloves at the wrist and pull off inside out
Grab the fingers of one glove and pull off inside out, then do the same for the other glove
Pull the gloves off by the cuff, turning them inside out as they are removed
Simply pull the gloves off by any part
#24
What is the purpose of a spore test in autoclave sterilization?
To measure temperature
To ensure the autoclave is properly calibrated
To confirm sterilization effectiveness
To monitor humidity levels
#25
Which of the following is NOT a correct step in donning (putting on) personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Perform hand hygiene
Put on gown before gloves
Ensure a snug fit of respirator
Inspect PPE for tears or defects