INACE Safety and Infection Control 2

Question 1

A nursing assistant notices a wet floor in the hallway. What is the FIRST action to take?

Accepted Answer

Post a wet floor sign and notify housekeeping

Answer

The first step is to warn others by posting a sign and then reporting it to the appropriate staff to clean up.

Question 2

Which type of isolation is used for a patient with pulmonary tuberculosis?

Accepted Answer

Airborne isolation

Answer

Tuberculosis is transmitted through tiny airborne particles that require airborne precautions, including a negative-pressure room and N95 respirator.

Question 3

When removing personal protective equipment (PPE) after caring for a patient on contact precautions, what should be removed FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Gloves

Answer

Gloves are removed first because they are the most contaminated item and removing them prevents contamination of other PPE during removal.

Question 4

A resident attempts to climb out of bed repeatedly. Which intervention is LEAST restrictive and should be tried first?

Accepted Answer

Place the bed in the lowest position and use a fall mat

Answer

Lowering the bed and using a fall mat is the least restrictive intervention that reduces injury risk while preserving resident freedom.

Question 5

What does the term 'standard precautions' mean?

Accepted Answer

Precautions used for all patients to prevent transmission of infection

Answer

Standard precautions are applied to every patient regardless of diagnosis to reduce the risk of transmission of microorganisms.

(INACE) Illinois Nurse Assistant Competency Exam Practice Test