CPCA Infection Control & Safety Procedures

Question 1

What is the primary goal of infection control procedures?

Accepted Answer

To reduce the spread of infectious diseases

Answer

To save time during client care.

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To clean up spills quickly.

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To avoid using gloves.

Question 2

Which of the following is considered proper hand hygiene?

Accepted Answer

Washing hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds

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Washing hands with water only.

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Using alcohol-based hand sanitizer only when hands are visibly dirty.

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Wearing gloves at all times.

Question 3

Why is it important to wear gloves when providing personal care?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the spread of infections and protect both caregiver and client

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To save money on cleaning supplies.

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To protect from skin irritations.

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To keep hands warm.

Question 4

How should contaminated materials be disposed of?

Accepted Answer

Placed in a sealed, labeled biohazard bag for appropriate disposal

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Thrown in the regular trash.

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Burned immediately.

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Washed and reused.

Question 5

What is the correct response if a caregiver is exposed to blood or bodily fluids?

Accepted Answer

Rinse the area and report the incident according to protocol

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Ignore it if there are no symptoms.

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Continue working as usual.

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Apply lotion and cover the area.

Question 6

Which PPE is commonly used during personal care tasks?

Accepted Answer

Gloves, masks, gowns, and eye protection

Answer

Apron and sandals.

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Cap and sunglasses.

Answer

Only gloves.

Question 7

How often should reusable medical tools be disinfected?

Accepted Answer

Before and after each use

Answer

Once a week.

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Only when visibly dirty.

Answer

Never; they are self-cleaning.

Question 8

What is a sign of a possible infection in a client?

Accepted Answer

Fever, redness, and swelling

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Decreased appetite and increased energy.

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Good mood and appetite.

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Improved skin tone.

Question 9

Why should caregivers follow standard precautions?

Accepted Answer

To protect both the caregiver and the client from infection

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To avoid performing certain tasks.

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To reduce the chance of legal issues.

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To save on supply costs.