CNA Isolation Precautions

Question 1

Which type of isolation precaution is used for residents with infections spread through large respiratory droplets, such as influenza?

Accepted Answer

Droplet precautions

Answer

Droplet precautions are used for pathogens transmitted through large respiratory droplets produced when a person coughs, sneezes, or talks. A surgical mask, gloves, and gown are required when within 3–6 feet of the resident.

Question 2

A resident is placed on airborne precautions. Which type of room is required?

Accepted Answer

An Airborne Infection Isolation Room (AIIR) with negative pressure

Answer

Airborne precautions require the resident to be placed in an Airborne Infection Isolation Room (AIIR), which has negative pressure ventilation, at least 6–12 air changes per hour, and air exhausted outside or filtered. This prevents microscopic particles from circulating to other areas.

Question 3

What PPE is required when entering the room of a resident on contact precautions?

Accepted Answer

Gloves and gown

Answer

Contact precautions require the use of gloves and a gown before entering the resident's room or care area. This is because the infection can spread through direct contact with the resident or indirect contact with contaminated surfaces in their environment.

Question 4

Which infection requires airborne precautions?

Accepted Answer

Tuberculosis (TB)

Answer

Tuberculosis (TB) is spread through small aerosolized droplet nuclei that can remain suspended in the air for extended periods and travel longer distances. An N95 respirator (or higher) must be worn when caring for a resident with active TB.

Question 5

When removing PPE after leaving an isolation room, in what order should gloves and gown be removed?

Accepted Answer

Gloves first, then gown

Answer

The recommended order is: gloves first, then gown, then face protection (if worn), then hand hygiene. Removing gloves first prevents the contaminated outer surface of the gown from contaminating the hands, which is the most critical infection control step.

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CNA Isolation Precautions