CKE Patient Safety and Infection Control 3

Question 1

What does sterilization mean in infection control?

Accepted Answer

Killing all microorganisms including spores

Answer

Sterilization destroys all forms of microbial life, including spores, and is required for instruments that enter sterile body tissues.

Question 2

Which hand hygiene product is most effective against Clostridioides difficile (C. diff)?

Accepted Answer

Soap and water

Answer

Soap and water is required for C. diff because alcohol-based sanitizers do not effectively kill C. diff spores.

Question 3

What is the chain of infection?

Accepted Answer

The sequence of events required for an infection to spread

Answer

The chain of infection describes the six links required for an infection to spread: agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and susceptible host.

Question 4

Which isolation category is used for patients with MRSA skin infections?

Accepted Answer

Contact precautions

Answer

Contact precautions are used for MRSA because it spreads through direct or indirect contact with the patient or contaminated surfaces.

Question 5

What does the WHO '5 Moments for Hand Hygiene' initiative address?

Accepted Answer

Five specific moments when hand hygiene is critical in patient care

Answer

The WHO's 5 Moments for Hand Hygiene identifies five critical times hand hygiene must be performed during patient care to prevent infection.

CKE - Comprehensive Knowledge Exam Practice Test

CKE - Comprehensive Knowledge Exam Practice Test

CKE Patient Safety and Infection Control 3