Infection Control Measures Quiz

Isolation precautions are specific measures for patients with known or suspected infectious diseases, not standard precautions.

Sterilization aims to eliminate all forms of microbial life, including spores, to prevent infection.

Handwashing should last for at least 20 seconds to effectively remove and kill microorganisms.

C. diff is often transmitted through direct contact with contaminated surfaces or objects.

Hand hygiene, including proper handwashing, is crucial in preventing the transmission of norovirus.

Wearing a gown is a measure taken to prevent the transmission of infections through direct contact with the patient or their environment.

Airborne precautions involve the transmission of infectious agents through small droplet nuclei suspended in the air.

Negative pressure rooms help prevent the spread of infections by ensuring that air flows from the room to the outside.

A stethoscope is a diagnostic tool, not personal protective equipment.

Contact precautions aim to prevent the spread of infections through direct or indirect contact with the patient or their environment.

Tuberculosis is an example of a disease requiring airborne precautions due to its mode of transmission.

Incineration is a safe and effective method for disposing of biohazardous waste.

Proper disposal in biohazard bags is essential for linens contaminated with bloodborne pathogens.

Environmental controls aim to create and maintain a clean and hygienic healthcare environment.

Tuberculosis, acquired in a healthcare setting, is an example of a healthcare-associated infection (HAI).