ACT Infection Control & Prevention 3

Question 1

A group therapy room should be cleaned between sessions using a disinfectant with an EPA registration number that specifies activity against:

Accepted Answer

Broad-spectrum pathogens including viruses

Answer

EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectants with broad-spectrum claims ensure elimination of bacteria, viruses, and fungi on shared surfaces.

Question 2

A client receiving ACT-based therapy discloses they are HIV-positive and undetectable. The therapist should:

Accepted Answer

Continue normal precautions — undetectable means untransmittable

Answer

An undetectable viral load means the client cannot sexually transmit HIV, and standard precautions are fully adequate for clinical interactions.

Question 3

Which element is REQUIRED under OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) for behavioral health facilities?

Accepted Answer

A written Exposure Control Plan updated annually

Answer

OSHA mandates a written Exposure Control Plan that is reviewed and updated at least annually and after any procedural changes.

Question 4

Respiratory hygiene/cough etiquette in a behavioral health waiting area BEST includes:

Accepted Answer

Providing masks, tissues, and hand sanitizer with disposal bins

Answer

CDC's respiratory hygiene etiquette package — masks, tissues, hand hygiene supplies, and waste bins — reduces droplet transmission in communal areas.

Question 5

A staff member develops chickenpox (varicella). They should be excluded from patient contact until:

Accepted Answer

All lesions have crusted over

Answer

Varicella is considered no longer infectious once all lesions have fully crusted, typically 5–7 days after rash onset.

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