CBIC Hand Hygiene 4

Question 1

In an ICU setting, which hand hygiene 'moment' is most frequently missed according to observational studies?

Accepted Answer

After touching patient surroundings

Answer

Studies consistently show that 'after touching patient surroundings' (Moment 5) has the lowest compliance rates in high-acuity settings.

Question 2

Which skin condition is an absolute contraindication to performing invasive procedures without specific infection control clearance?

Accepted Answer

Active herpetic whitlow on a finger

Answer

Herpetic whitlow (HSV on the finger) can be transmitted to patients during invasive procedures and requires work restriction until healed.

Question 3

An ICP is evaluating hand hygiene product efficacy. Which regulatory body must clear alcohol-based hand rubs used in U.S. healthcare settings as OTC drug products?

Accepted Answer

FDA

Answer

The FDA regulates alcohol-based hand rubs as over-the-counter (OTC) drug products and must clear them for antimicrobial claims.

Question 4

A hospital notices a cluster of MRSA infections in the NICU. Which hand hygiene intervention has the strongest evidence for reducing MRSA transmission?

Accepted Answer

Increased frequency of hand hygiene with ABHR

Answer

Improving hand hygiene frequency and compliance with alcohol-based hand rub is the most evidence-based intervention to reduce MRSA transmission.

Question 5

Which statement about alcohol-based hand rub and glove use is correct?

Accepted Answer

Hand hygiene before donning gloves prevents contamination of the sterile field

Answer

Hand hygiene before gloving prevents pathogens on hands from potentially penetrating micro-tears in gloves and contaminating a sterile field.

CBIC - Certification Board of Infection Control Practice Test

CBIC - Certification Board of Infection Control Practice Test

CBIC Hand Hygiene 4