LVN Infection Control 2

Question 1

A patient is placed on droplet precautions. Which PPE is required when entering the room?

Accepted Answer

Surgical mask

Answer

Droplet precautions require a surgical mask worn within 3 feet of the patient.

Question 2

Which organism is the primary cause of healthcare-associated MRSA infections?

Accepted Answer

Staphylococcus aureus

Answer

MRSA stands for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, a common healthcare-associated pathogen.

Question 3

When performing hand hygiene with alcohol-based hand rub, how long should the nurse rub hands together?

Accepted Answer

15–20 seconds

Answer

The CDC recommends rubbing hands together for at least 15–20 seconds until dry when using ABHR.

Question 4

A nurse changes a dressing on a wound colonized with VRE. After removing gloves, the next action is to:

Accepted Answer

Perform hand hygiene

Answer

Hand hygiene must be performed immediately after removing gloves to prevent organism transfer.

Question 5

Which isolation category requires a negative-pressure room?

Accepted Answer

Airborne precautions

Answer

Airborne precautions require a negative-pressure (AIIR) room to prevent aerosolized particles from escaping.

(LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse Practice Test