PC Safety & Infection Control 3

Question 1

A patient with MRSA on the skin of the lower extremity presents for wound care. Which PPE combination is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Gloves and gown

Answer

Contact precautions for MRSA require gloves and gown at minimum to prevent contact transmission to the clinician's clothing and hands.

Question 2

What does the term 'flash sterilization' refer to in a podiatric office setting?

Accepted Answer

Steam sterilization of unwrapped instruments for immediate use

Answer

Flash sterilization is a rapid steam sterilization cycle for unwrapped instruments needed immediately, not intended for routine sterilization.

Question 3

Which hepatitis virus is most commonly transmitted via percutaneous exposure (needlestick) in healthcare settings?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis B

Answer

Hepatitis B virus has the highest transmission risk from a single needlestick exposure, with up to 30% risk from HBeAg-positive source.

Question 4

In Spaulding's classification system, podiatric scalpels and bone instruments are categorized as:

Accepted Answer

Critical items

Answer

Critical items penetrate sterile tissue or the vascular system and require sterilization before use.

Question 5

What is the purpose of using an enzymatic cleaner as the first step in instrument reprocessing?

Accepted Answer

To break down organic material such as blood and tissue

Answer

Enzymatic cleaners break down proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates in organic debris, which must be removed before effective disinfection or sterilization.

(PC) Podiatrist Certification Practice Test

(PC) Podiatrist Certification Practice Test

PC Safety & Infection Control 3