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WorksheetsInfection Control Exam Review
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 40mins
Which treatment is MOST effective for bacterial infections?
Antiviral
Antibiotic
Fungicide
MRSA
A health care worker protects the heels and elbows of a client to prevent skin breakdown. What link in the chain of infection are they breaking?
Portal of entry
Infectious agent
Mode of transmission
Susceptible host
What is the sixth link in the chain of infection?
pathogen
susceptible host
reservoir
infectious organism
What is the role of a portal of exit?
Point of escape for the organism
Point of entry for nutrients
Point of destruction for the organism
Point of creation for the organism
What is the second link in the chain of infection?
pathogen
portal of entry
reservoir
susceptible host
what does Hep B affect ?
lungs
stomach
liver
organ
Specialized clothing or equipment, worn by an employee for protection against infectious materials (as defined by OSHA).
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Locked Lab door
Biosafety Level 2
PCA (Personal Care Attire)
What is the third link in the chain of infection?
portal of exit
mode of transmission
portal of entry
susceptible host
------- is a rod shaped bacteria.
(a)
Which PPE item is essential for respiratory protection?
Gloves
Gowns
Masks
Protective eyewear
This diagram represents ___________________
Aseptic Technique
Chain of infection
Stages of Infection
Process of Colonization
How germs get out (mouth-vomit, saliva, etc.)
Portal of exit
Mode of transmission
Portal of entry
Handwashing
What action step should be taken by a health care worker, prior to each skill, during an evaluation to demonstrate proper aseptic technique
Disinfect his/her hands
Sterilize his/her hands
Vaccinate his/her hands
Wash his/her hands
What is the primary goal of aseptic technique?
To promote healing
To prevent or break the chain of infection
To enhance patient comfort
To reduce medical costs
How many times can you wear a pair of gloves before discarding?
once
twice
three times
four times
How pathogens get around
Portal of exit
Mode of transmission
How germs get out
Pathogen
Patient A transmits disease B to patient C through sneezing and coughing. What mode of transmission is this?
Contact
Droplet
Airborne
Vector-borne
What is the number one way to prevent the spread of infection?
Sanitizing all medical equipment
vaccinations
hand washing
quarantine
When can a mask be reused/reworn?
When it is worn for less than 5 hours
When it is not visibly soiled
Always
Never
