Infection Control Review

Which is a plantlike microorganism? (example being ringworm).

• Bacteria
• Virus
• Protozoa
• Fungi

This is the smallest type of organism.

(Example being the causative agent for a common cold).

• Bacteria
• Virus
• Protozoa
• Fungus

These microorganisms are classified by shape. (Example being the causative agent for strep throat).

• Bacteria
• Virus
• Protozoa
• Fungus

These microorganisms are the smallest organisms in the animal kingdom. (Example being the causative agent for malaria or dysentery).

• Bacteria
• Virus
• Protozoa
• Fungus

This term refers to an infection or disease that is hospital acquired?

• Endogenous
• Exogenous
• Opportunistic

• Nosocomial

What is the best and easiest way to cut down on nosocomial infections in inpatient populations?

• Nothing can be done. It's the inevitable
• Healthcare workers practicing proper medical aseptic technique

In regards to modes of transmission, which of the following is a mode via close body to body contact or sharing of personal items?

• Airborne
• Vectorborne
• Casual Contact
• Bloodborne

In regards to modes of transmission, which of the following is a mode via blood or body fluid

• Airborne
• Bloodborne
• Vectorborne
• Foodborne

In regards to modes of transmission, which of the following is a mode via an external bite via insect (ex: mosquito or tick)

• Airborne
• Vectorborne
• Bloodborne
• Casual contact

In regards to modes of transmission, which of the following is a mode via droplets from a sneeze or cough?

• Airborne
• Vectorborne
• Foodborne
• Bloodborne