HCA Infection Prevention and Control 2

Question 1

Which type of transmission occurs when infected droplets travel more than 6 feet through the air and remain suspended for extended periods?

Accepted Answer

Airborne transmission

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Droplet transmission

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Contact transmission

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Vehicle transmission

Question 2

A health care assistant is caring for a patient with C. difficile (C. diff). Which hand hygiene method is most effective after removing gloves?

Accepted Answer

Soap and water handwashing

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Alcohol-based hand rub

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Hand sanitizer wipes

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Antiseptic gel

Question 3

What does the acronym PPE stand for in infection control?

Accepted Answer

Personal Protective Equipment

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Patient Protection Equipment

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Preventive Precaution Ensemble

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Pathogen Prevention Equipment

Question 4

When donning (putting on) PPE, what is the correct order of steps?

Accepted Answer

Gown, mask, eye protection, gloves

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Gloves, gown, mask, eye protection

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Mask, gown, gloves, eye protection

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Eye protection, gloves, gown, mask

Question 5

A patient is placed on droplet precautions. How far away from the patient should a surgical mask be worn by the HCA when entering the room?

Accepted Answer

Whenever entering the room regardless of distance

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At least 10 feet

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Within 3 feet

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Only during direct contact

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of an endogenous source of infection?

Accepted Answer

Patient's own normal flora that becomes pathogenic

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Contaminated medical equipment

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An infected visitor

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Contaminated IV fluids

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of an isolation gown in a healthcare setting?

Accepted Answer

To protect clothing and skin from contact with infectious material

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To keep the HCA warm during long shifts

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To identify the HCA's role to other staff

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To prevent the patient from acquiring new infections