#1
What is the primary goal of infection control?
To prevent the spread of infectious diseases
To promote the growth of beneficial bacteria
To accelerate the transmission of viruses
To encourage bacterial colonization
#2
Which of the following is an example of a sterile procedure?
Changing a bandage on a wound
Cleaning a kitchen countertop
Taking a blood pressure measurement
Administering oral medication
#3
What is the purpose of hand hygiene in infection control?
To spread germs
To reduce the risk of infection transmission
To increase bacterial colonization
To decrease personal hygiene
#4
Which of the following is NOT a mode of transmission for infectious diseases?
Direct contact
Airborne
Waterborne
Psychic
#5
What is the purpose of an air filtration system in healthcare settings?
To increase the spread of airborne pathogens
To reduce airborne transmission of infectious agents
To promote the growth of bacteria and viruses
To minimize hand hygiene practices
#6
What is the primary purpose of the isolation precautions in healthcare settings?
To encourage patient interaction
To prevent the spread of infectious diseases
To increase the risk of cross-contamination
To reduce the use of personal protective equipment
#7
What is the purpose of sterilization in healthcare settings?
To eliminate all forms of microbial life
To reduce the growth of beneficial bacteria
To increase the risk of infection
To promote the spread of pathogens
#8
Which of the following is an example of a critical item that requires sterilization?
Stethoscope
Patient gown
Bed linens
Disposable gloves
#9
What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) in infection control?
To increase the risk of exposure to pathogens
To decrease the spread of infectious agents
To promote bacterial growth
To prevent hand hygiene
#10
Which of the following is a method to maintain a sterile field during a medical procedure?
Wearing jewelry and watches
Opening sterile packages far in advance
Covering the sterile field with a non-sterile drape
Keeping the sterile field above waist level
#11
What is the most effective method for sterilizing heat-sensitive medical instruments?
Autoclaving
Ethylene oxide gas sterilization
Dry heat sterilization
Boiling water
#12
Which of the following is an example of a semi-critical item that requires high-level disinfection?
Bed linens
Blood pressure cuff
Patient gown
Exam table
#13
Which of the following is a recommended method for handling contaminated medical waste?
Dispose of it in regular trash bins
Place it in leak-proof containers labeled as biohazardous waste
Leave it uncovered in the open air
Recycle it along with other materials
#14
What is the recommended method for sterilizing surgical instruments?
Autoclaving
Washing with soap and water
Spraying with disinfectant
Wiping with alcohol swabs
#15
What is the recommended duration for surgical hand scrubbing before a procedure?
10 seconds
1 minute
3 minutes
5 minutes
#16
What is the purpose of a biological indicator in sterilization processes?
To monitor the effectiveness of the sterilization process
To speed up the sterilization cycle
To measure the temperature during sterilization
To indicate the expiry date of sterilized items
#17
What is the purpose of implementing aseptic techniques in healthcare settings?
To encourage bacterial growth
To decrease the risk of contamination
To promote the spread of infectious diseases
To avoid using personal protective equipment
#18
Which of the following is a characteristic of a sterile field?
It can be touched with non-sterile gloves
It should be set up far in advance of the procedure
It is contaminated by airborne particles
It must be monitored regularly for cleanliness
#19
Which of the following is an example of a semi-critical item that requires intermediate-level disinfection?
Bedpan
Bed linens
Stethoscope
Blood pressure cuff