Promoting Asepsis & Preventing Infection Post-Lecture Assessment

Front

Which action by the nurse indicates an understanding of the most effective method to prevent the spread of infection among institutionalized patients?

Back

Perform hand hygiene routinely

Front

Which term should the nurse use to describe a patient infected with a virus but who does not have any outward signs of the disease?

Back

Carrier

Front

A patient with tuberculosis is admitted to the hospital. Which precautions must the nurse institute when caring for this patient?

Back

Airborne transmission

Front

A patient admitted to the hospital with pneumonia has been receiving antibiotics for 2 days. The patient’s condition has stabilized, and their temperature has returned to normal. Which stage of infection is the patient most likely experiencing?

Back

Decline

Front

The nurse assists a surgeon with central venous catheter insertion. Which action is necessary to help maintain sterile technique?

Back

Closing the patient’s door to limit room traffic while preparing the sterile field.

Front

A patient develops localized heat and erythema over an area on the lower leg. These findings are primarily indicative of which secondary defense against infection?

Back

Inflammation

Front

What type of immunity is provided by intravenous (IV) administration of immunoglobulin G (IgG)?

Back

Passive

Front

A patient who has a temperature of 100°F (37.8°C) most likely requires: Acetaminophen, Increased fluids, Bedrest, A hot bath.

Back

Increased fluids.

Front

How should the nurse remove the disposable breakfast tray of a patient who requires airborne isolation? Options: Move the tray to a specially marked trashcan inside the patient’s room. Place the tray in a special isolation bag held by a second healthcare worker at the patient’s door. Return the tray with a note to dietary services so that it can be cleaned and reused for the next meal. Carry the tray to an isolation trash receptacle located in the dirty utility room, and dispose of it there.

Back

Place the tray in a special isolation bag held by a second healthcare worker at the patient’s door.

Front

As a general rule, what is the minimum amount of liquid antiseptic solution in milliliters (mL) the nurse would use for effective handwashing?

Back

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