CDS Safety & Infection Control 3

Question 1

A client with a disability who uses a ventilator develops a respiratory infection. Which precaution type is MOST likely indicated?

Accepted Answer

Droplet precautions

Answer

Respiratory infections spread by large respiratory droplets typically require droplet precautions, including a surgical mask within 3 feet of the patient.

Question 2

Which technique BEST prevents cross-contamination when cleaning a client's assistive devices?

Accepted Answer

Cleaning each device with a fresh disposable cloth and approved disinfectant

Answer

Using a fresh cloth for each device with an approved disinfectant prevents transferring pathogens between items.

Question 3

A specialist is preparing to change a client's colostomy bag. Which step should occur LAST?

Accepted Answer

Remove gloves and perform hand hygiene

Answer

Hand hygiene after removing gloves is always the final step in any care procedure involving bodily waste to prevent secondary contamination.

Question 4

Which environmental modification BEST reduces fall risk for a client with lower extremity weakness in the bathroom?

Accepted Answer

Installing a raised toilet seat with armrests

Answer

A raised toilet seat with armrests reduces the range of motion required and provides support, directly addressing fall risk from lower extremity weakness.

Question 5

A disability specialist discovers that a client's medication was left uncapped on the counter. What is the BEST response?

Accepted Answer

Replace the cap and return the medication to its proper storage location

Answer

Recapping and storing medication correctly is within the specialist's role for medication safety and prevents accidental ingestion by others.

(CDS) Certified Disability Specialist Practice Test

(CDS) Certified Disability Specialist Practice Test

CDS Safety & Infection Control 3