OCC Infection Control, Safety, & Professional Standards 2

Question 1

When removing a cast from a patient with a known MRSA infection, which PPE combination is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Gloves, gown, and surgical mask

Answer

Contact precautions for MRSA require gloves, gown, and a mask to protect against splatter during cast removal.

Question 2

A patient presents with a cast that has a foul odor and visible green discoloration at the wound site. What is the priority action?

Accepted Answer

Document findings and notify the supervising physician immediately

Answer

Green discoloration and foul odor are signs of potential infection requiring immediate physician notification.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes 'standard precautions' in orthopedic casting practice?

Accepted Answer

Precautions applied to all patients regardless of infection status

Answer

Standard precautions treat all patients as potentially infectious and are applied universally regardless of known infection status.

Question 4

Cast saw blades should be changed or sterilized between patients primarily to prevent:

Accepted Answer

Cross-contamination of microorganisms between patients

Answer

Reusing unsterilized blades can transfer pathogenic microorganisms from one patient to another.

Question 5

Under OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, hepatitis B vaccination must be offered to orthopedic casting technicians:

Accepted Answer

Within 10 days of initial assignment at no cost to the employee

Answer

OSHA requires employers to offer hepatitis B vaccination within 10 working days of initial assignment at no cost to occupationally exposed employees.

(OCC) Orthopedic Casting Certification Practice Test