Infection Prevention Flashcards
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What is the correct order for donning PPE according to CDC guidance?
Answer: Gown, mask or respirator, goggles or face shield, gloves
CDC recommends putting on the gown first, then the mask, then eye protection, and gloves last.
When doffing PPE, which item is generally removed first because it is the most contaminated?
Answer: Gloves
Gloves are the most contaminated PPE, so they are typically removed first (or together with the gown).
Under OSHA, the employer must offer which vaccination free of charge to employees with occupational exposure to blood?
Answer: Hepatitis B
OSHA requires employers to offer the hepatitis B vaccine series at no cost within 10 working days of initial assignment.
An employee declines the hepatitis B vaccine. What must the employer obtain?
Answer: A signed declination form
OSHA requires a signed declination statement, and the employee may still accept the vaccine later at no cost.
Which item is most likely to carry pathogens between patients in a chiropractic office if it is not disinfected?
Answer: High-touch surfaces like table handgrips and armrests
High-touch surfaces that patients grip are a major route for indirect contact transmission.
Linens such as reusable gowns or table towels that are visibly soiled with body fluids should be:
Answer: Handled minimally, bagged at the point of use, and laundered per facility policy
Contaminated laundry should be handled as little as possible and bagged where it was used without sorting or rinsing.
What is the minimum recommended time to rub hands with soap and water during handwashing per CDC?
Answer: 20 seconds
CDC recommends scrubbing hands with soap for at least 20 seconds.