Unit 2 Exam: Chapters 5, 6, 7, 8, & 9

Front

Which of the following best describes infection control? (A) The process of diagnosing infections, (B) Steps taken to reduce the risk of spreading infections, (C) A type of infection, (D) The use of antibiotics

Back

Steps taken to reduce the risk of spreading infections

Front

Which of the following best describes a contaminated object? (A) It is free from visible dirt, (B) It has not been exposed to any pathogens, (C) It has been in contact with pathogens, (D) It has not been used near healthy individuals

Back

It has been in contact with pathogens

Front

Which of the following body parts is lined with mucous membranes? Knees, Genitals, Forearms, Scalp

Back

Genitals

Front

Standard Precautions means:

Back

Treating all blood, body fluids, and mucous membranes as if infected.

Front

With whom should a nursing assistant use Standard Precautions?

Back

With every resident

Front

How many links in the chain of infection need to be broken to stop infection?

Back

1

Front

_____ destroys some pathogens, while _____ destroys all microorganisms, including spores.

Back

Disinfection, sterilization

Front

Which of the following is most likely to indicate a localized infection? Fever, Generalized weakness, Redness and swelling at the site, Nausea

Back

Redness and swelling at the site

Front

When pathogens spread through the bloodstream, a _____ has occurred.

Back

Systemic infection

Front

The process that destroys all forms of microbial life, including bacterial spores, is known as

Back

Sterilization