Infection Control

Where should sharps including needles be placed when done?

• puncture-resistant container
• in the trash
• red bio-hazardous bag
• down the drain

When must gloves be worn by health care workers?

• while writing reports
• during a bathroom break
• while having lunch
• when in contact with blood

An example of an antiseptic would be _______________.

• bleach
• rubbing alcohol
• hand lotion
• antibacterial soap

The absence of disease-producing microorganisms is known as ____________________.

• asepsis
• antisepsis
• antifungal
• antibacterial

What process destroys pathogenic organisms but is not always effective against spores and viruses?

• sterilization
• disinfection
• antisepsis
• contamination

How are bacteria identified?

• by their shape
• by their size
• by their location
• by their lifespan

Bleach is an example of which aseptic control level?

• sterilization
• antisepsis
• disinfection

Sterilization is the process of destroying all pathogenic and non-pathogenic organisms including spores and viruses.

• True
• False

What is the main purpose of handwashing?

• make hands dry
• prevent and control the spread of pathogens
• prevent and control animal invasions
• keep hands warm

Every patient must be considered a potential source of infection.

• True
• False