CNA Safety and Infection Control

Question 1

What is the correct technique for removing contaminated gloves to avoid self-contamination?

Accepted Answer

Peel the first glove off by grasping the outside, then slide a finger under the second glove's cuff to remove it inside out

Answer

To remove gloves safely: pinch the outside of one glove near the wrist and peel it off, turning it inside out. Hold it in the gloved hand, then slide a finger under the cuff of the remaining glove and peel it off over the first glove. Dispose and perform hand hygiene.

Question 2

A CNA sustains a needlestick injury. What is the immediate first step?

Accepted Answer

Wash the wound immediately with soap and water, then report to the supervisor and employee health

Answer

After a needlestick, the wound should be washed immediately with soap and water for several minutes. The incident must then be reported to the supervisor and employee health, and the CNA should undergo evaluation for bloodborne pathogen exposure per facility protocol.

Question 3

What does 'chain of infection' refer to in infection control?

Accepted Answer

The six elements required for an infection to spread from one person to another

Answer

The chain of infection describes the six links that must all be present for an infection to spread: infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and susceptible host. Breaking any link in the chain prevents transmission.

Question 4

Which of the following is considered medical asepsis?

Accepted Answer

Hand hygiene, wearing clean gloves, and regular cleaning to reduce microorganisms

Answer

Medical asepsis (clean technique) refers to practices that reduce the number and spread of microorganisms. Examples include hand hygiene, wearing gloves, changing linens regularly, and cleaning equipment. Surgical asepsis (sterile technique) eliminates all microorganisms and is used for invasive procedures.

Question 5

A resident on contact precautions is to be transported for a diagnostic test. What must the CNA ensure?

Accepted Answer

Wounds or drainage are covered, the receiving area is notified, and precaution items are transported with the resident

Answer

When transporting a resident on contact precautions, the CNA should cover any wounds or drainage sites, place a clean gown on the resident, notify the receiving area of precaution requirements, and follow facility protocol. This prevents pathogen spread during transport.

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CNA Safety and Infection Control