Infection Prevention in Healthcare Settings Quiz

Test your knowledge on infectious disease control. Questions cover routes of transmission, hand hygiene, standard precautions, MDROs, and more.

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Which of the following is a common route of transmission for healthcare-associated infections?

Airborne

Foodborne

Vector-borne

Contact

What is the primary purpose of hand hygiene in infection prevention?

To eliminate all microorganisms from the skin

To reduce the number of microorganisms on the skin

To moisturize the hands

To prevent allergic reactions

Which of the following is an example of a Standard Precaution for infection prevention in healthcare settings?

Wearing gloves when handling bodily fluids

Using face shields only during surgery

Wearing gowns only during outbreaks

Using respiratory protection only with tuberculosis patients

What is the purpose of environmental cleaning and disinfection in healthcare settings?

To reduce clutter in patient rooms

To eliminate the need for hand hygiene

To prevent the spread of pathogens

To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the environment

Which of the following is a recommended method for preventing surgical site infections (SSIs)?

Using the same surgical instruments for multiple patients

Administering antibiotics after surgery

Keeping the operating room temperature high

Leaving wounds open to air after surgery

What is the role of personal protective equipment (PPE) in infection prevention?

To protect patients from healthcare workers' germs

To protect healthcare workers from patients' germs

To increase the spread of infection

To replace the need for hand hygiene

Which of the following is a recommended method for preventing catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs)?

Using a smaller catheter size

Changing catheters daily

Maintaining a closed drainage system

Using soap and water for catheter care

Which of the following is an example of a Multidrug-Resistant Organism (MDRO)?

Methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA)

Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE)

Penicillin-sensitive Streptococcus pneumoniae

Mycobacterium tuberculosis

What is the primary goal of surveillance in infection prevention and control?

To identify the most common pathogens

To prevent all infections

To collect data to inform prevention strategies

To increase the workload of healthcare workers

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Which of the following is an example of a healthcare-associated infection (HAI)?

Chickenpox contracted outside of the healthcare setting

Influenza contracted from a family member

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection acquired in the hospital

Streptococcal pharyngitis acquired at school

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What is the significance of the term 'aseptic technique' in infection prevention?

It refers to the use of harsh chemicals for disinfection

It involves sterile procedures to prevent contamination

It encourages the reuse of single-use medical devices

It promotes the spread of infections within healthcare settings

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Which of the following is a potential consequence of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) for patients?

Decreased length of hospital stay

Improved patient outcomes

Increased morbidity and mortality

Enhanced patient satisfaction