APC Safety and Infection Control 2

Question 1

A pharmacist notices a spill of an unidentified liquid in the dispensary. What is the FIRST action to take?

Accepted Answer

Restrict access to the area and assess the hazard

Answer

Restricting access and assessing the hazard first prevents injury to staff and customers before cleanup begins.

Question 2

Which of the following is the correct order for donning personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering a contaminated area?

Accepted Answer

Gown, mask, eye protection, gloves

Answer

The correct donning order is gown first, then mask, then eye protection, then gloves to ensure each layer is properly secured.

Question 3

A patient with confirmed MRSA requires counselling at the pharmacy counter. Which infection control measure is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Use a private consultation room and perform hand hygiene before and after

Answer

Using a private room reduces transmission risk, and strict hand hygiene before and after contact is the key infection control measure.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in the pharmacy?

Accepted Answer

To provide information on hazardous chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures

Answer

An SDS provides comprehensive information about a hazardous substance including safe handling, storage, and emergency response.

Question 5

Which hepatitis virus is most commonly associated with needlestick injuries in healthcare settings?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis B

Answer

Hepatitis B has the highest transmission risk after needlestick injury, with up to 30% infection risk from a single exposure to HBV-positive blood.

(APC) Australian Pharmacy Council Practice Test