#1
Which of the following is a primary mode of transmission for infectious diseases?
Direct contact transmission
ExplanationInfections spread through physical contact with infected individuals or surfaces.
#2
What is the recommended duration for handwashing according to infection control guidelines?
20 seconds
ExplanationEffective hand hygiene requires washing for at least 20 seconds.
#3
What is the role of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in infection prevention and control?
Providing guidelines and recommendations
ExplanationCDC offers guidance to healthcare professionals and the public on disease prevention.
#4
Which of the following is a common symptom of COVID-19?
Loss of taste and smell
ExplanationCOVID-19 can cause a variety of symptoms, including loss of taste and smell.
#5
What is the main purpose of isolating patients with infectious diseases?
To prevent transmission to other patients
ExplanationIsolation prevents infected individuals from spreading the disease to others.
#6
What is the primary purpose of wearing a surgical mask during patient care?
To protect the patient from droplets generated by the wearer
ExplanationMasks help prevent the spread of droplets from the wearer to others.
#7
Which of the following is NOT a standard precaution for infection prevention and control?
Using sterile technique for all procedures
ExplanationStandard precautions do not require sterile technique for all procedures.
#8
What is the correct sequence for donning personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Mask, gown, gloves
ExplanationPutting on PPE follows the order of protecting the face, then body, then hands.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for sterilizing medical equipment?
Boiling water
ExplanationWhile boiling water can disinfect, it is not sufficient for sterilizing medical equipment.
#10
What is the purpose of environmental cleaning in infection prevention and control?
To reduce the risk of microbial growth
ExplanationCleaning surfaces helps prevent the spread of pathogens and reduces contamination.
#11
What is the recommended distance for maintaining physical distancing to prevent the spread of infectious diseases?
2 meters (6 feet)
ExplanationMaintaining a distance of 2 meters (6 feet) helps reduce transmission of respiratory droplets.
#12
Which of the following is a common route of exposure to hazardous chemicals in healthcare settings?
All of the above
ExplanationHealthcare workers may be exposed to hazardous chemicals through various routes.
#13
Which of the following is an example of a nosocomial infection?
Hospital-acquired pneumonia
ExplanationInfections acquired during a hospital stay or healthcare facility visit.
#14
Which of the following is an example of a bloodborne pathogen?
Hepatitis B virus
ExplanationPathogens transmitted through blood or bodily fluids.
#15
What is the term used to describe the process of an individual developing immunity to a disease through vaccination or natural exposure?
Active immunity
ExplanationImmunity acquired by the body's response to a pathogen or vaccine.
#16
Which of the following is an example of a contact precaution in infection prevention?
Wearing gloves when handling body fluids
ExplanationPrecautions taken to prevent the transmission of pathogens via direct or indirect contact.
#17
What is the term for the process of killing or inactivating all forms of microbial life, including bacterial spores?
Sterilization
ExplanationComplete elimination of microbial life from surfaces or equipment.
#18
Which of the following is an example of a disease with airborne transmission?
Tuberculosis
ExplanationPathogens spread through the air, typically via respiratory droplets or aerosols.