PTSD Infection Control & Prevention 2

Question 1

Which hand hygiene method is preferred when hands are visibly soiled with blood or body fluids?

Accepted Answer

Soap and water

Answer

Soap and water must be used when hands are visibly soiled because alcohol-based rubs do not physically remove organic material.

Question 2

A clinician is treating a patient with known MRSA. Which type of transmission-based precaution is required?

Accepted Answer

Contact precautions

Answer

MRSA is spread primarily through direct contact with infected wounds or colonized skin, requiring contact precautions.

Question 3

What is the minimum recommended duration for performing hand hygiene with an alcohol-based hand rub?

Accepted Answer

20 seconds

Answer

The CDC recommends rubbing hands together with alcohol-based hand rub for at least 20 seconds until dry.

Question 4

In a mental health facility, a patient with active pulmonary tuberculosis should be placed in which type of room?

Accepted Answer

Airborne infection isolation room

Answer

Active pulmonary TB requires an airborne infection isolation room with negative pressure and at least 6-12 air changes per hour.

Question 5

Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when performing a procedure that may generate splashes of blood or body fluids?

Accepted Answer

Gloves, gown, and eye protection

Answer

Splash-generating procedures require gloves, gown, and eye protection (goggles or face shield) to protect mucous membranes and skin.

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