CNA Infection Control 5

Question 1

A resident on droplet precautions needs to be transported to another department. The CNA should:

Accepted Answer

Place a surgical mask on the resident during transport

Answer

During transport, a resident on droplet precautions should wear a surgical mask to contain respiratory droplets and protect others in the hallway.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the 'chain of infection'?

Accepted Answer

The sequence of elements needed for an infection to spread from one host to another

Answer

The chain of infection is a model describing six links—pathogen, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and susceptible host—that must all be present for infection to occur.

Question 3

A CNA accidentally gets blood splashed into their eyes. The first action should be:

Accepted Answer

Flush the eyes immediately with water for 15 minutes

Answer

Immediate flushing of the eyes with water for at least 15 minutes is the first step after a mucous membrane exposure to blood or body fluids.

Question 4

Which of the following actions breaks the chain of infection at the 'susceptible host' link?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring residents receive recommended vaccinations

Answer

Vaccinations strengthen the host's immune defenses, making residents less susceptible to infection and breaking the chain at the susceptible host link.

Question 5

When is it appropriate to double-bag infectious waste?

Accepted Answer

When the outer surface of the first bag is contaminated or the bag is leaking

Answer

Double-bagging is indicated when the outer surface of the primary bag is visibly contaminated or the integrity of the bag is compromised to prevent leakage during handling.

CNA Practice Test

CNA Practice Test

CNA Infection Control 5