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Infection Control, Infection Cycle & Universal Precautions

Total questions: 32

Worksheet time: 3hrs 30mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Disease-causing microorganisms that are carried in the body by blood or body fluids are called _____.
a)
acquired pathogens
b)
inoculation pathogens
c)
positive pathogens
d)
bloodborne pathogens
2.
Chemical products that destroy all bacteria, fungi, and viruses (but not spores) on surfaces are known as _____.
a)
sterilizers
b)
antiseptics
c)
disinfectants
d)
sanitizers
3.
Chemical germicides formulated for use on skin, and registered and regulated by the FDA are called _____.
a)
disinfectants
b)
cleaners
c)
quats
d)
antiseptics
4.
A parasitic submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in the cells of a biological organism is a _____.
a)
parasite
b)
contaminant
c)
bacteria
d)
virus
5.
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) causes _____.
a)
hepatitis
b)
HPV
c)
MRSA
d)
AIDS
6.
Invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogenic bacteria can result in a(n) _____.
a)
contusion
b)
infection
c)
antitoxin
d)
abrasion
7.
Specialized clothing or equipment worn by an employee for protection against a hazard is called _____.
a)
infection control equipment
b)
standard precautions
c)
universal precautions
d)
personal protective equipment
8.
Which disease is bloodborne and can cause liver damage?
a)
Pneumonia
b)
Tuberculosis
c)
Blood poisoning
d)
Hepatitis
9.
Which action is best defined as removing all visible dirt and debris from tools, implements, and equipment by washing with soap and water?
a)
Disinfecting
b)
Decontaminating
c)
Cleaning
d)
Scrubbing
10.
Nonpathogenic bacteria are _____
a)
toxic
b)
disease-producing
c)
harmful
d)
harmless
11.
What is the single most effective way to break the chain of infection?
a)
handwashing
b)
sterilization
c)
cleaning surfaces
d)
nutrition
12.

Which of the following diseases is caused by a virus?

a)

Sphyillis

b)

strep throat

c)

HIV

d)

ringworm

13.
An infection that begins in a healthcare facility is a
a)
endogenous
b)
nosocomial
c)
exogenous
d)
opportunistic
14.

When should gloves be changed

a)

Between Patients

b)

if they rip

c)

if the are soiled

d)

all of these

15.
how many links are in the chain of infection?
a)
10
b)
5
c)
12
d)
6
16.
All are ways to break the chain of infection except?
a)
handwashing
b)
sterilization
c)
disinfection
d)
reusing gloves
17.
all are part of PPE except
a)
gowns
b)
paper towels
c)
mask
d)
gloves
18.
What is a pathogen
a)
a doctor who specializes in curing diseases
b)
microbe that are beneficial when present
c)
a special machine that is used to grow microbes
d)
a small living organism that can cause disease
19.
The killing or removal of all microorganisms, including bacterial spores, is called:
a)
Disinfection
b)
Cleaning
c)
Sterilization
d)
Wiping
20.

The greatest occupational health care worker risk for bloodborne infection is:

a)

Hepatitis C virus

b)

HIV

c)

Hepatitis B virus

d)

Tuberculosis

21.
It is recommended that face masks be changed:
a)
Between patients
b)
Daily
c)
2x per day
d)
Twice in the morning and twice in the afternoon
22.

These PPE protect the entire face from splashing and splattering

a)

Goggles

b)

Face shields

c)

Gowns

d)

Aprons

23.

This is the most effective way to destroy all microorganisms:

a)

Disinfection

b)

Antiseptics

c)

Sterilization

d)

Wipe down with a handy wipe and hope for the best

24.

A disinfectant:

a)

Is a strong chemical, such as bleach, that destroys pathogens on objects, not on skin

b)

Is an agent that is applied directly to the skin with the purpose of killing pathogens

c)

Uses pressure and steam to sterilize objects and instruments

d)

Is a really tasty, refreshing beverage

25.

This a solution that is applied directly to the skin and prevents the growth of pathogens:

a)

Antiseptic

b)

Disinfectant

c)

Sterilizer

d)

Septicizer

26.

Which of the following are examples of common aseptic technique? (more than one answer)

a)

Thorough handwashing

b)

Disposable Gloves

c)

Cleaning instruments and equipment

d)

Good personal hygiene

27.

Asepsis is:

a)

A microbe that requires oxygen to survive

b)

Absence of disease-producing microorganisms

c)

One of the ways pathogens cause infection

d)

The presence of all of the germs, everywhere, all the time

28.

Which are factors that influence which PPE is chosen to don (wear)? (more than one)

a)

Type of exposure anticipated

b)

Durability and appropriateness for the task

c)

How well the color matches your outfit

d)

Whether or not you got it for a discount on Amazon Prime.

29.

MRSA and Antibiotic-resistant TB are examples of which type of infection?

a)

Endogenous

b)

Exogenous

c)

Nosocomial

d)

Fantabulous

30.

Standard precautions ask that you assume that infectious agents could be present in which of the following: (mark all that apply)

a)

Blood

b)

Body fluids and secretions

c)

Non-Intact Skin

d)

Mucous Membranes

e)

None of the above

31.

Which of the following is NOT utilized in airborne precautions

a)

Face shield

b)

N95 Respirator

c)

Handwashing

d)

Disinfect all surfaces

32.

Another name for an infectious agent is a(n):

a)

Pathogen

b)

Vector

c)

Mutagen

d)

Bug

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