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WorksheetsOutbreak Management Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 2mins
What is the definition of an outbreak of infection?
A single case of disease caused by a minor pathogen
Two or more linked cases of the same illness
One case of illness
A case that does not exceed the expected number
What is the first step in outbreak investigation?
Timeline of Events
Case Identification
Exposure History
Control Measures
Which of the following is NOT a commonly detected outbreak?
MRSA
Diarrheal pathogens
Respiratory pathogens
Cardiovascular disease
What is the purpose of investigating an outbreak?
To increase the number of cases
To delay the response
To identify the source of the outbreak
To ignore the existing strategies
What should be reinforced as an immediate infection control measure?
Reducing staff communication
Ignoring hygiene practices
Postponing treatment
Standard precautions + transmission based precautions
What is included in the follow-up actions after an outbreak?
Disregarding vaccination status
Stopping all communication
Daily monitoring of staff for new cases
Ending all infection control measures
What is a key component of the exposure history step?
Identifying the pathogen
Ignoring the date of onset
Not listing sick staff
Avoiding common exposure locations
Who should be informed about the outbreak?
No one, to avoid panic
Only the staff involved
The Medical Superintendent and Hospital Administrator
Only the patients
What is the recommended action for staff with influenza-like symptoms?
Seek treatment at A&E
Attend social gatherings
Continue working without precautions
Ignore the symptoms
What is the purpose of documentation in outbreak management?
To keep records of symptoms and outcomes
To hide information from authorities
To reduce transparency
To avoid following up on cases
