Infection Control Quiz

What is the role of a portal of exit?

• Point of escape for the organism

• Point of entry for nutrients

• Point of destruction for the organism

• Point of creation for the organism

What role do intact skin and mucous membranes play in host susceptibility?

• They increase susceptibility

• They act as a defense mechanism

• They have no effect

• They decrease immune response

Which factor is NOT mentioned as affecting host susceptibility?

• Age

• Diet

• Stress

• Race

Which stage involves vague and nonspecific signs of disease?

• Incubation period

• Convalescent period

• Prodromal stage

• Full stage of illness

What is a laboratory indicator of infection?

• Decrease in specific types of white blood cells

• Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate

• Normal erythrocyte sedimentation rate

• Decrease in erythrocyte sedimentation rate

Which PPE item is essential for respiratory protection?

• Gloves

• Gowns

• Masks

• Protective eyewear

Which of the following PPE items is most likely to be used in a laboratory setting?

• Gloves

• Gowns

• Masks

• All of the above

What is the primary goal of aseptic technique?

• To promote healing

• To prevent or break the chain of infection

• To enhance patient comfort

• To reduce medical costs

Which of the following is a category of aseptic technique?

• Chemical asepsis

• Medical asepsis

• Biological asepsis

• Physical asepsis

In which of the following settings is surgical asepsis used?

• Outpatient clinics

• OR, labor & delivery

• Home care

• General wards