RDA Infection Control Flashcard

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What is one of the most resistant life forms known, and what is its signature property? Options: Bacterial spores; heat resistance, Viral particles; cold resistance, Fungal spores; moisture resistance, Protozoa; chemical resistance

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Bacterial spores; heat resistance

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What is the most common mode of hepatitis A transmission?

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Fecal-oral route

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Which microorganism is used as a benchmark for the effectiveness of a surface disinfectant? Options: Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis

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What are the six links in the chain of infection?

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Infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, susceptible host

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What are the three types of immunity?

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Innate, adaptive, passive

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What is the role of OSHA in infection control?

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Protects employees by issuing specific standards.

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How often should an exposure control plan be reviewed and updated?

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At least yearly

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What is the main difference between Universal Precautions and Standard Precautions?

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Standard Precautions are procedure-specific.

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What are the four potential risk exposure levels identified by OSHA? Options: Low, Medium, High, Very High; Minimal, Moderate, High, Critical; Low, Moderate, Severe, Extreme; Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Expert

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Low, Medium, High, Very High

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What should be done immediately after an exposure incident?

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Stop operations immediately.