Search Header Logo

Infection Control and Disinfection Quiz

Authored by Gail Millward-Jackson

Health Sciences

12th Grade

Used 2+ times

Infection Control and Disinfection Quiz
AI

AI Actions

Add similar questions

Adjust reading levels

Convert to real-world scenario

Translate activity

More...

    Content View

    Student View

20 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the main aim of infection control procedures in healthcare settings?

To reduce the cost of cleaning supplies

To prevent the spread of infectious diseases

To improve the appearance of the facility

To increase patient turnover

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary difference between disinfection and sterilisation?

Disinfection removes all microorganisms, sterilisation only removes some

Disinfection removes visible dirt, sterilisation does not

Sterilisation destroys all forms of microbial life, disinfection reduces the number of microorganisms

Disinfection is only used on skin, sterilisation is only used on instruments

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a physical method of sterilisation?

Using sodium hypochlorous acid

High-pressure steam (autoclaving)

Alcohol wipes

Chlorine tablets

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does COSHH stand for?

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health

Control of Sanitation and Hygiene Hazards

Care of Sterile and Hygienic Health

Cleaning of Surfaces and Health Hazards

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a key function of a HEPA filter?

To add fragrance to the air

To remove at least 99.97% of airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns

To sterilise surgical instruments

To disinfect surfaces

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which cleaning agent is most effective for killing a broad spectrum of bacteria and viruses on surfaces?

Water

Sodium hypochlorous acid

Soap

Vinegar

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of colour-coding cleaning equipment in healthcare environments?

To match the décor

To prevent cross-contamination between different areas

To make cleaning more enjoyable

To reduce the cost of cleaning supplies

Access all questions and much more by creating a free account

Create resources

Host any resource

Get auto-graded reports

Google

Continue with Google

Email

Continue with Email

Classlink

Continue with Classlink

Clever

Continue with Clever

or continue with

Microsoft

Microsoft

Apple

Apple

Others

Others

Already have an account?