Infection Control Questions Quiz: Test!

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  • 1. 

    Hand washing is the most common deficiency noticed upon mock surveys?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that hand washing is frequently found to be deficient during mock surveys. This implies that during these surveys, hand washing practices are often not up to the expected standards. Therefore, the correct answer is true, indicating that hand washing is indeed the most common deficiency observed during mock surveys.

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  • 2. 

    Your client is a diabetic woman who gives herself her insulin injection every day. Where should she put her used needles?

    • A.

      In a plastic bag

    • B.

      In a puncture-resistant, labeled plastic box

    • C.

      In a glass jar with no lid

    • D.

      In an empty tissue (such as Kleenex) box

    Correct Answer
    B. In a puncture-resistant, labeled plastic box
    Explanation
    The correct answer is to put the used needles in a puncture-resistant, labeled plastic box. This is important because it ensures safe disposal of the needles and reduces the risk of accidental needlestick injuries. Using a puncture-resistant box prevents the needles from poking through and potentially harming others. Additionally, labeling the box helps to clearly indicate its contents and prevent any confusion or accidents.

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  • 3. 

    Home Health Aides need to use universal (standard) precautions in the home setting.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Home Health Aides need to use universal precautions in the home setting because it helps to prevent the transmission of infections and diseases. Universal precautions include practices such as hand hygiene, using personal protective equipment, and proper handling and disposal of contaminated materials. By following these precautions, Home Health Aides can ensure the safety and well-being of both themselves and the individuals they are caring for.

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  • 4. 

    Home Health Aides can carry infections from one client's home to another client's home.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Home Health Aides can carry infections from one client's home to another client's home because they work closely with multiple clients in their homes, providing personal care and assistance. If proper infection control measures are not followed, such as hand hygiene, wearing personal protective equipment, and proper cleaning and disinfection of equipment, there is a risk of transmitting infections from one client to another. This is especially important considering that many clients receiving home health care may have compromised immune systems or underlying health conditions that make them more susceptible to infections.

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  • 5. 

    How is an alcohol-based sanitizer best used?

    • A.

      Dime-sized amount for 15 seconds or until hands are dry

    • B.

      Half-dollar sized amount for 20 seconds or until hands are dry

    • C.

      Enough hand sanitizer to coat hands

    Correct Answer
    A. Dime-sized amount for 15 seconds or until hands are dry
    Explanation
    An alcohol-based sanitizer is best used by applying a dime-sized amount to the hands and rubbing them together for 15 seconds or until they are dry. This ensures that enough sanitizer is used to effectively kill germs on the hands, and the rubbing action helps to distribute the sanitizer evenly. Waiting until the hands are dry indicates that enough time has been given for the sanitizer to work effectively.

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  • 6. 

    How can I stay healthy?

    • A.

      Clean your hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer

    • B.

      Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth

    • C.

      Avoid close contact with people who are sick, if possible

    • D.

      Receive influenza (flu) and pneumococcal (pneumonia)

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Clean your hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer
    B. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth
    C. Avoid close contact with people who are sick, if possible
    D. Receive influenza (flu) and pneumococcal (pneumonia)
    Explanation
    The answer suggests several ways to stay healthy. One should clean their hands frequently with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer to prevent the spread of germs. They should also avoid touching their eyes, nose, or mouth, as these are entry points for bacteria and viruses. Additionally, they should try to avoid close contact with sick individuals if possible. Lastly, receiving influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations can help prevent these specific illnesses and promote overall health.

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  • 7. 

    What equipment should be with you at all times to follow universal (standard) precautions?

    • A.

      CPR maks

    • B.

      Gloves

    • C.

      Alcohol-based sanitizer

    • D.

      Sanitizing wipes for equipment between patient use

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. CPR maks
    B. Gloves
    C. Alcohol-based sanitizer
    D. Sanitizing wipes for equipment between patient use
    Explanation
    To follow universal precautions, it is essential to have certain equipment with you at all times. CPR masks are necessary to provide a barrier between the rescuer and the patient during cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Gloves are crucial to protect both the healthcare provider and the patient from potential infections. An alcohol-based sanitizer is essential for hand hygiene and to prevent the spread of germs. Sanitizing wipes for equipment between patient use help maintain cleanliness and prevent cross-contamination.

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  • 8. 

    When washing your hands, the recommended amount of time is 30 seconds.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    it is recommended 20 seconds to scrub your hands

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  • 9. 

    How often is it advised to disinfect backpacks used in home care?

    • A.

      Weekly

    • B.

      Daily

    • C.

      There's no need to disinfect backpacks if you are following precautions

    • D.

      The VNAA Digital procedure manual advises to wash or wipe the bag with an agency-approved disinfectant inside and out when soiled and on a regular basis such as once a month.

    Correct Answer
    D. The VNAA Digital procedure manual advises to wash or wipe the bag with an agency-approved disinfectant inside and out when soiled and on a regular basis such as once a month.
    Explanation
    Keep bag clean and dry.
    a. Clean, if the bag is visibly soiled.
    b. Wash or wipe the bag with an agency-approved
    disinfectant, inside and out when soiled and on
    a regular basis, such as once a month, or as
    determined by agency policy.
    c. Keep bag in a “clean” area of the car, free of
    food, dirt and other items that could promote
    bacterial growth. Do not place on the floor of the
    vehicle.
    d. Place the bag in a “clean” area of home:
    1) Appropriate areas include a clean hard
    surface, on a barrier, or hung on the back
    of a chair or door knob.
    2) Do not contaminate the home with your
    bag, e.g., do not put on patient’s bed, or
    place wheels of roller bag on patient’s
    furniture.
    3) Keep roller bags on the floor; and keep
    regular bags off the floor.
    e. Keep the bag away from bugs, pets and places
    where there is a high bacterial burden
    1) Keep the bag in the car when homes are
    unsanitary or infested with pests, or if the
    patient is on contact precautions.

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  • 10. 

    What is the best way to prevent carrying infectious organisms ("germs") from one client's home to another?

    • A.

      Wash your hands before you leave a client's home, and when you first arrive at a another client's home

    • B.

      Encourage client's to sneeze or cough into a tissue

    • C.

      Carryout your used gloves when you leave a client's home

    Correct Answer
    A. Wash your hands before you leave a client's home, and when you first arrive at a another client's home
    Explanation
    The best way to prevent carrying infectious organisms from one client's home to another is by washing your hands before you leave a client's home, and when you first arrive at another client's home. This is because washing hands with soap and water effectively removes germs and reduces the risk of spreading them. Encouraging clients to sneeze or cough into a tissue and carrying out used gloves are also important hygiene practices, but they do not directly address the prevention of carrying infectious organisms from one client's home to another.

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