#1
Which of the following is an example of a standard precaution in infection prevention?
Wearing gloves when handling bodily fluids
Cleaning floors with regular detergent
Using antibiotics prophylactically
Administering vaccinations
#2
What is the recommended duration for handwashing according to standard infection control guidelines?
5 seconds
20 seconds
1 minute
3 minutes
#3
What is the term for a microorganism that causes disease?
Pathogen
Antigen
Antibody
Prokaryote
#4
Which of the following is an example of a vaccine-preventable disease?
Tuberculosis
Staphylococcus aureus infection
Clostridium difficile infection
Hepatitis B
#5
What is the primary purpose of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in relation to infection prevention and control?
Conducting medical research
Providing guidelines and recommendations
Managing healthcare facilities
Administering vaccines
#6
Which of the following pathogens can typically survive on surfaces for extended periods of time?
Influenza virus
Hepatitis B virus
HIV
All of the above
#7
What is the primary purpose of an isolation precaution in healthcare settings?
To prevent the spread of infectious diseases among patients
To ensure staff members wear protective gear
To decrease the cost of healthcare
To isolate patients with mental health conditions
#8
What is the primary purpose of disinfection in healthcare settings?
To remove visible dirt and debris
To kill or inactivate microorganisms on surfaces
To sterilize medical instruments
To provide a pleasant scent
#9
Which of the following is NOT considered a mode of transmission for infectious diseases?
Direct contact
Indirect contact
Genetic mutation
Airborne transmission
#10
Which of the following is an example of a transmission-based precaution in infection control?
Hand hygiene
Standard precautions
Airborne precautions
Wearing gloves
#11
What is the appropriate action if a healthcare worker sustains a needlestick injury?
Ignore it if there's no visible blood
Wash the area with soap and water
Apply a bandage and continue working
Wait until the end of the shift to report it
#12
Which of the following statements best describes the concept of 'aseptic technique'?
Minimizing the presence of infectious agents in a clinical setting
Administering antibiotics intravenously
Cleaning surfaces with regular household cleaners
Using personal protective equipment during surgery
#13
What is the recommended protocol for handling sharps in healthcare settings?
Recapping needles after use
Disposing of sharps in regular waste bins
Using puncture-resistant containers for disposal
Reusing needles after sterilization
#14
Which of the following is a crucial step in the process of donning personal protective equipment (PPE)?
Removing PPE in the patient's room
Washing hands after removing PPE
Wearing multiple layers of PPE for added protection
Touching the outer surface of PPE
#15
What is the term for a healthcare-associated infection that develops during the course of receiving treatment for another condition?
Community-acquired infection
Secondary infection
Iatrogenic infection
Exogenous infection
#16
Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria?
Overuse and misuse of antibiotics
Inadequate infection control practices
Proper hand hygiene
Incomplete courses of antibiotic treatment
#17
What is the primary objective of environmental cleaning in healthcare facilities?
To maintain a tidy appearance
To eliminate visible stains
To reduce the microbial load on surfaces
To improve indoor air quality