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Infection Control and Safety Flashcards

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  1. Which type of isolation precaution is required for a patient diagnosed with active pulmonary tuberculosis?

    Answer: Airborne precautions

    Active pulmonary tuberculosis requires airborne precautions because the pathogen spreads via small respiratory droplet nuclei that remain suspended in the air.

  2. A medical assistant is caring for a patient with influenza. Which PPE combination is most appropriate?

    Answer: Surgical mask, gloves, and gown

    Influenza spreads by droplets, so a surgical mask, gloves, and gown are required under droplet precautions to protect against contact and respiratory exposure.

  3. What is the correct order for donning (putting on) PPE?

    Answer: Gown, mask, eye protection, gloves

    The recommended donning sequence is gown first, then mask or respirator, then eye protection, and finally gloves to ensure the cleanest items are applied last.

  4. Which sterilization method is considered the gold standard for heat-tolerant medical instruments?

    Answer: Steam autoclave (moist heat) sterilization

    Steam autoclaving (moist heat at 121°C for at least 15 minutes) is the gold standard for sterilizing heat-tolerant instruments because it reliably destroys all microorganisms including spores.

  5. After removing contaminated gloves, a medical assistant should:

    Answer: Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds

    After removing contaminated gloves, hands must be washed with soap and water for at least 20 seconds to remove pathogens transferred during glove removal.

  6. Which government agency establishes regulations for handling bloodborne pathogens in the workplace?

    Answer: OSHA

    OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) enforces the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) that mandates workplace protections for healthcare workers.

  7. A needlestick injury should be reported to the supervisor and documented within how long?

    Answer: Immediately or as soon as safely possible

    Needlestick injuries must be reported immediately or as soon as safely possible to allow timely post-exposure prophylaxis and proper documentation.