Infection Control Quiz

Which of the following is a sign of a localized infection?

• Fever

• Redness

• Nausea

• Vomiting

Fill in the blank: The chain of infection is a way of describing how disease is ________ from one human being to another.

• transmitted

• created

• prevented

• eliminated

What is the primary route of disease transmission in healthcare settings?

• Airborne transmission

• Hands of healthcare workers

• Waterborne transmission

• Animal bites

The elderly are at a higher risk for infection because:

• They have stronger immune systems

• They have more exposure to pathogens

• They have weakened immune systems from aging

• They have better nutrition

Which of the following is NOT a sign of a systemic infection?

• Body aches

• Swelling

• Chills

• Confusion

Fill in the blank: ________ is the most important way to stop the spread of infection.

• Handwashing

• Wearing gloves

• Using hand sanitizer

• Taking vitamins

What is the term for microorganisms that live in and on the body and normally do not cause harm?

• Pathogens

• Normal flora

• Viruses

• Parasites

Which of the following is a portal of entry for pathogens?

• Eyes

• Hair

• Nails

• Teeth

The role of a reservoir in the chain of infection is:

• A place where pathogens are destroyed

• A location where pathogens are inactive

• A place where pathogens live and multiply

• A site where pathogens are eliminated

Which of the following is a mode of transmission for pathogens?

• Direct contact

• Indirect contact

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B