Principles of Prevention (Infection Control)

The term describing the effectiveness with which a disinfecting solution kills germs when used according the label instructions is:

• effect

• concentration

• efficacy

• disinfection

Which of the following is an example of a multi-use item?

• wooden sticks

• nippers

• gauze

• All answers are correct

Sodium hypochlorite is the chemical name for:

• phenols

• bleach

• baking soda

• soap

Single-use items that do not have the capacity to be disinfected after each client must be:

• discarded

• washed

• stored

• immersed

Universal Precautions for bloodborne pathogens are regulated by:

• DOL

• DOE

• OSHA

• FDA

Which of the following is an acceptable way to clean tools or instruments?

• using an ultrasonic unit

• using a cleaning solvent

• washing with soap and water, then scrubbing with a clean, disinfected nail brush

• All answers are correct

Which of the following is a drawback to using phenolic disinfectants?

• can cause some metals to rust

• can damage plastic and rubber

• are known carcinogens

• all answers are correct

When hand washing, it is important to rub hands together for a minimum of how long?

• 20 seconds

• 30 seconds

• 1 minute

• 2 minutes

A safe and useful type of disinfectant, commonly called quats, is:

• quarter antiseptic solutions

• quaternary-based compounds

• phenolic quaternary agents

• quaternary ammonium compounds

A reaction due to extreme sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals, or other normally harmless substances is a(n);

• allergy

• infection

• disease

• parasite