CPCA Infection Control & Safety Procedures 4

Question 1

Which action breaks the chain of infection at the 'mode of transmission' link?

Accepted Answer

Wearing gloves when handling soiled linens

Answer

Wearing gloves when handling soiled linens interrupts the mode of transmission (contact), breaking the chain before the pathogen can reach a new host.

Question 2

How should soiled linen from an infected client be handled?

Accepted Answer

Rolled or folded with contaminated side inward and placed directly into a laundry bag

Answer

Soiled linen should be rolled with the dirty side inward and placed directly in a laundry bag to minimize surface contamination and pathogen spread.

Question 3

A client is on droplet precautions. The aide is working within 3 feet of the client. What PPE is required?

Accepted Answer

Surgical mask and gloves

Answer

Droplet precautions require a surgical mask (and gloves) when within 3–6 feet of the client; an N95 is not required for droplet-spread illnesses.

Question 4

What is the minimum number of seconds recommended for effective handwashing?

Accepted Answer

20 seconds

Answer

The CDC recommends scrubbing all surfaces of hands for at least 20 seconds — roughly the time it takes to hum 'Happy Birthday' twice.

Question 5

An aide accidentally receives a needlestick injury at a client's home. The first action should be:

Accepted Answer

Immediately wash the site with soap and water

Answer

The first response to a needlestick is to wash the site thoroughly with soap and water, then report the exposure to the supervisor immediately.

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CPCA Infection Control & Safety Procedures 4