PC Safety & Infection Control 2

Question 1

Which disinfectant class is considered the gold standard for high-level disinfection of semi-critical podiatric instruments?

Accepted Answer

2% glutaraldehyde solution

Answer

2% glutaraldehyde is an FDA-approved high-level disinfectant effective against all microorganisms including bacterial spores on semi-critical items.

Question 2

A podiatrist sustains a needlestick injury from a patient with unknown HIV status. What is the FIRST action to take?

Accepted Answer

Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water

Answer

Immediate thorough washing of the wound with soap and water is the first step to reduce transmission risk after a needlestick injury.

Question 3

What is the minimum exposure time required when using a steam autoclave at 121°C (250°F) for wrapped instrument packs?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes

Answer

Wrapped packs require 30 minutes at 121°C in a gravity displacement steam autoclave to achieve sterilization.

Question 4

Which type of isolation precaution is required when treating a patient with active pulmonary tuberculosis?

Accepted Answer

Airborne precautions

Answer

Airborne precautions, including an N95 respirator and negative-pressure room, are required for patients with active pulmonary TB.

Question 5

Biological indicators used to verify autoclave efficacy contain spores of which organism?

Accepted Answer

Geobacillus stearothermophilus

Answer

Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores are the standard biological indicator for steam sterilization validation.

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