Practice Exam: Infection Control Review

What are the four main types of microorganisms?

• Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, Protozoa

• Pathogens, Non-pathogens, Germs, Infections

• Cells, Tissues, Organs, Systems

• Chronic, Acute, Latent, Systemic

Which of the following is considered a pathogen?

• A harmless microorganism

• A microorganism that causes disease

• A microorganism that lives symbiotically

• Any microscopic organism

What is the term used for microorganisms that do not cause disease?

• Pathogens

• Bacteria

• Non-pathogens

• Protozoa

Which of the following is NOT a classification of infections?

• Acute

• Chronic

• Non-pathogenic

• Latent

What is the main way to stop the spread of infection?

• Taking antibiotics regularly

• Handwashing

• Wearing a mask

• Using hand sanitizer only

How long should you wash your hands to effectively stop the spread of infection?

• 5 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 20 seconds

• 1 minute

Which of the following is a link in the chain of infection?

• Immune response

• Susceptible host

• Chronic illness

• Hand hygiene

What are the three levels of cleaning in asepsis?

• Sanitation, Disinfection, Sterilization

• Rinsing, Washing, Drying

• Wiping, Scrubbing, Polishing

• Bleaching, Sanitizing, Decontaminating

Maintaining a sterile field involves which of the following practices?

• Using only sterile items and avoiding contamination

• Touching sterile items with bare hands

• Allowing non-sterile objects in the field

• Ignoring breaks in sterility

What is an example of a mode of transmission for infections?

• Breathing

• Direct contact

• Blood type

• Temperature