Infection Control Precautions Quiz

What are standard precautions in healthcare?

• Measures to protect against physical injuries

• Basic infection-control practices for all patient encounters

• Guidelines for dietary restrictions

• Procedures for handling medical equipment

What do transmission-based precautions depend on?

• The patient's age

• The type of medical equipment used

• The means of transmission (droplet, contact, airborne)

• The time of day

Which of the following is NOT included in standard precautions?

• Hand hygiene

• Wearing gloves

• Dietary supplements

• Face masks

Why are transmission-based precautions necessary?

• To improve patient comfort

• To protect healthcare workers and patients from infections

• To reduce healthcare costs

• To enhance communication between staff

What type of precautions are required for patients with infections that spread via droplets larger than 5 microns in diameter?

• Contact precautions

• Airborne precautions

• Droplet precautions

• Standard precautions

Which of the following infections require contact precautions?

• Influenza

• Tuberculosis

• MRSA

• Measles

What type of mask is recommended for airborne precautions?

• Surgical mask

• Cloth mask

• N95 or N99 respirator

• Face shield

Which precaution requires patients to be in a negative-pressure room?

• Droplet precautions

• Contact precautions

• Airborne precautions

• Standard precautions

What is the primary reason phlebotomists perform venipuncture procedures in a protective environment for certain patients?

• To prevent the spread of contagious diseases

• To protect patients with compromised immune systems

• To ensure accurate blood test results

• To maintain hospital cleanliness

What is a critical practice to prevent the transmission of infectious agents to patients?

• Wearing casual clothing

• Using hand hygiene and wearing PPE

• Limiting patient interaction

• Avoiding the use of medical equipment