Infection Prevention in Healthcare Settings Quiz

Direct or indirect contact with infected individuals or contaminated surfaces.

To decrease the risk of transmitting pathogens from one person to another.

A general infection control measure applied to all patients to prevent transmission of infectious agents.

To eliminate or reduce the number of microorganisms present on surfaces and objects.

Prophylactic use of antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection following surgery.

To create a barrier between the healthcare worker and potentially infectious materials.

To minimize the risk of introducing pathogens into the urinary tract during catheterization.

Bacteria that are resistant to multiple antimicrobial agents.

To monitor and analyze data to detect and prevent the spread of infections.

Infections acquired during the delivery of healthcare services in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

To prevent the introduction of pathogens into a sterile environment.

Higher rates of illness and death among patients affected by healthcare-associated infections.