Caregiver Infection Control Procedures 3

Question 1

When should hand hygiene be performed?

Accepted Answer

Before and after every client contact, after removing gloves, after touching contaminated surfaces

Answer

Only before eating

Answer

Only when hands are visibly dirty

Answer

Beginning and end of shift only

Question 2

You have a small cut on your hand. What should you do before providing care?

Accepted Answer

Cover with a waterproof bandage and wear gloves

Answer

Ignore it since it is small

Answer

Ask for permanent reassignment

Answer

Apply ointment and leave uncovered

Question 3

What is the purpose of a sharps container?

Accepted Answer

Safely dispose of used needles, lancets, and sharp objects

Answer

Store clean needles for reuse

Answer

Organize medical supplies

Answer

Transport sharps for recycling

Question 4

How should a blood spill on a hard surface be cleaned?

Accepted Answer

Absorb the spill, then clean with EPA-registered disinfectant or diluted bleach

Answer

Wipe with dry paper towel only

Answer

Mop with plain water

Answer

Cover with a towel and leave for cleaning staff

Question 5

What is the most common mode of transmission for healthcare-associated infections?

Accepted Answer

Contact via contaminated hands

Answer

Airborne

Answer

Vector-borne

Answer

Foodborne

Question 6

A family brings homemade food to the facility. What infection control concern should be addressed?

Accepted Answer

Food safety: proper storage temperature, preparation hygiene, dietary restrictions

Answer

No concern; homemade food is always safe

Answer

Throw it away immediately

Answer

Only whether the client will like it