CNA Infection Control & Prevention Flashcards
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A resident with C. difficile (C. diff) requires which type of isolation precautions?
Answer: Contact precautions
C. diff is spread by contact with contaminated surfaces and feces, so contact precautions are required.
When removing PPE after caring for a patient on contact precautions, what is removed FIRST?
Answer: Gloves
Gloves are removed first because they are the most contaminated item of PPE.
Which action by the CNA demonstrates proper donning of sterile gloves?
Answer: Using the inner cuff of the first glove to put it on, then sliding gloved fingers under the cuff of the second
Sterile technique requires touching only the inner cuff of the first glove and using the sterile gloved hand to don the second.
A CNA notices a small tear in their glove mid-procedure. What should they do?
Answer: Stop, remove the glove, perform hand hygiene, and apply a new glove
A torn glove no longer provides a barrier; it must be removed immediately and hand hygiene performed before regloving.
Which of the following is an example of a vehicle transmission route for infection?
Answer: Contaminated food causing foodborne illness
Vehicle transmission occurs through contaminated food, water, or blood products.
How should a CNA dispose of a used, contaminated sharp such as a lancet?
Answer: Drop it directly into a sharps container without recapping
Sharps must be placed directly into an approved sharps container immediately after use without recapping to prevent needlestick injuries.
A resident is placed on droplet precautions. Which PPE is essential when the CNA is within 3 feet of the resident?
Answer: Surgical mask
A surgical mask is required for droplet precautions when within 3 feet of the patient, as droplets do not travel far.