Question 1

The nurse has a "scratchy throat" and has been sniffling for 2 days.While at work, she wears a protective mask when coming into contact with her patients.She does this in an attempt to protect them from a __________________.

Accepted Answer

health care-acquired infection (HAI)
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Question 2

For an infection to take place, which of the following must be present? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Pathogen and reservoir
B)  Portals of exit and entry
C)  Mode of transmission
D)  Susceptible host
E)  None of above

Question 3

________________ is the absence of pathogenic (disease-producing) microorganisms.

Accepted Answer

Asepsis
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Question 4

An appropriate technique for the nurse to implement for the patient on isolation precautions is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  double-bag all disposable items and linens.
B)  put another gown over the one worn if it has become wet.
C)  place specimen containers in plastic bags for transport.
D)  hand items to be reused directly to a nurse standing outside the room.

Question 5

What should the nurse do to break the chain of infection at the reservoir level?

Accepted Answer

A)  Change a soiled dressing.
B)  Keep drainage systems intact.
C)  Cover the nose and mouth when sneezing.
D)  Avoid contact of the uniform with soiled items.

Question 6

The primary strategies for prevention of infection transmission with regard to contact with blood, body fluids, nonintact skin, and mucous membranes are known as ______________.

Accepted Answer

standard precautions
Standard precaution...

Question 7

The nurse understands that the priority nursing action needed when medical asepsis is used includes:

Accepted Answer

A)  handwashing.
B)  surgical procedures.
C)  autoclaving of instruments.
D)  sterilization of equipment.

Question 8

Which of the following measures is appropriate when a nurse is washing his or her hands?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use very hot water.
B)  Leave rings and watches in place.
C)  Lather for at least 15 to 20 seconds.
D)  Keep the fingers and hands up and the elbows down.

Question 9

_______________, also known as sterile technique, includes procedures used to eliminate all microorganisms from an area.

Accepted Answer

Surgical asepsis
Surgical asep...

Question 10

The patient is admitted with mumps.The nurse knows that she will have to:

Accepted Answer

A)  put the patient in a private room.
B)  place the patient on standard precautions.
C)  wear a mask when closer than 3 feet to the patient.
D)  place the patient on contact precautions.

Question 11

The nurse shows an understanding of the psychological implications for a patient on isolation when planning care to control the risk for:

Accepted Answer

A)  denial.
B)  aggression.
C)  regression.
D)  isolation.
E)  depression.

Question 12

Droplet precautions will be instituted for the patient admitted to the infectious disease unit with:

Accepted Answer

A)  streptococcal pharyngitis.
B)  herpes simplex.
C)  pulmonary TB.
D)  measles.

Question 13

OSHA and CDC guidelines require health care workers who care for suspected or confirmed TB patients to wear special ________________.

Accepted Answer

respirators
OSHA and CDC guidelines requ...

Question 14

If hands are not visibly soiled, the nurse may use an alcohol-based hand rub in which of the following situations? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Before having direct contact with patients
B)  After contact with a patient's intact skin
C)  After contact with body fluids or excretions
D)  After removing gloves
E)  None of above A, B, C, D

Question 15

When caring for patients, the nurse understands that the single most important technique to prevent and control the transmission of infection is:

Accepted Answer

A)  hand hygiene.
B)  the use of disposable gloves.
C)  the use of isolation precautions.
D)  sterilization of equipment. A

Question 16

The patient is admitted to the pediatric unit with severe pertussis.The nurse explains to the parents and the child that the patient will be treated with the use of:

Accepted Answer

A)  airborne precautions.
B)  standard precautions only.
C)  droplet precautions.
D)  contact isolation.

Question 17

Handwashing with soap and water is:

Accepted Answer

A)  the most effective way to reduce the number of bacteria on the nurse's hands.
B)  more effective than alcohol-based products for washing hands.
C)  necessary for hand hygiene if hands are visibly soiled.
D)  not necessary if the nurse wears artificial nails.

Question 18

The nurse is applying for a position at a local hospital.As part of the employment criteria, she will be required to be assessed for TB exposure.She should be prepared for the ___________ blood test to be scheduled.

Accepted Answer

QuantiFERON-TB Gold test (QFT-G)
The CDC...

Question 19

The nurse is preparing to provide care for the patient.Before making patient contact, she washes her hands.This practice is known as __________________.

Accepted Answer

medical asepsis
Medical asepsis, or clean technique, includes procedures used to reduce the number, and prevent the spread, of microorganisms.Hand hygiene, barrier techniques, and routine environmental cleaning are examples of medical asepsis.

Question 20

Before entering the room of a patient on isolation where all protective barriers are required, the nurse first puts on the:

Accepted Answer

A)  gown.
B)  gloves.
C)  eyewear.
D)  mask/respirator.

Exam 7: Medical Asepsis

The nurse has a "scratchy throat" and has been sniffling for 2 days.While at work, she wears a protective mask when coming into contact with her patients.She does this in an attempt to protect them from a __________________.

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For an infection to take place, which of the following must be present? (Select all that apply.)

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________________ is the absence of pathogenic (disease-producing) microorganisms.

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An appropriate technique for the nurse to implement for the patient on isolation precautions is to:

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What should the nurse do to break the chain of infection at the reservoir level?

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The primary strategies for prevention of infection transmission with regard to contact with blood, body fluids, nonintact skin, and mucous membranes are known as ______________.

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The nurse understands that the priority nursing action needed when medical asepsis is used includes:

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Which of the following measures is appropriate when a nurse is washing his or her hands?

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_______________, also known as sterile technique, includes procedures used to eliminate all microorganisms from an area.

Correct AnswerverifiedSurgical asepsisSurgical asep...View AnswerShow Answer

The patient is admitted with mumps.The nurse knows that she will have to:

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The nurse shows an understanding of the psychological implications for a patient on isolation when planning care to control the risk for:

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Droplet precautions will be instituted for the patient admitted to the infectious disease unit with:

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OSHA and CDC guidelines require health care workers who care for suspected or confirmed TB patients to wear special ________________.

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If hands are not visibly soiled, the nurse may use an alcohol-based hand rub in which of the following situations? (Select all that apply.)

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When caring for patients, the nurse understands that the single most important technique to prevent and control the transmission of infection is:

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The patient is admitted to the pediatric unit with severe pertussis.The nurse explains to the parents and the child that the patient will be treated with the use of:

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Handwashing with soap and water is:

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The nurse is applying for a position at a local hospital.As part of the employment criteria, she will be required to be assessed for TB exposure.She should be prepared for the ___________ blood test to be scheduled.

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The nurse is preparing to provide care for the patient.Before making patient contact, she washes her hands.This practice is known as __________________.

Correct Answerverifiedmedical asepsis Medical asepsis, or clean technique, includes procedures used to reduce the number, and prevent the spread, of microorganisms.Hand hygiene, barrier techniques, and routine environmental cleaning are examples of medical asepsis.

Before entering the room of a patient on isolation where all protective barriers are required, the nurse first puts on the:

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