RCFE Infection Control and Prevention

Question 1

What is the single most effective method to prevent the spread of infections in an RCFE?

Accepted Answer

Frequent and proper handwashing

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Regular use of antibiotics among staff

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Wearing gloves at all times

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Keeping residents isolated in their rooms

Question 2

What is the CDC-recommended minimum duration for effective handwashing?

Accepted Answer

20 seconds

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5 seconds

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10 seconds

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60 seconds

Question 3

When are RCFE staff required to use gloves during resident care?

Accepted Answer

When potential contact with blood, body fluids, or mucous membranes is anticipated

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Only during medication administration

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Only when a resident has a confirmed diagnosis

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At all times when entering any resident room

Question 4

A resident in an RCFE is diagnosed with active tuberculosis (TB). Which type of isolation precaution is required?

Accepted Answer

Airborne precautions

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Contact precautions

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Droplet precautions

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Standard precautions only

Question 5

Which of the following is the correct procedure for disposing of used sharps in an RCFE?

Accepted Answer

Place directly into a puncture-resistant sharps container

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Recap needles carefully and place in regular trash

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Wrap in paper towels and place in a biohazard bag

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Return to the medication room for processing

Question 6

RCFE staff who develop symptoms of a contagious illness should:

Accepted Answer

Notify a supervisor and refrain from working until medically cleared

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Continue working but wear a surgical mask

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Work only with residents who are in private rooms

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Take over-the-counter medication and complete their shift

Question 7

What is the most important purpose of maintaining an infection control log in an RCFE?

Accepted Answer

To track infection patterns, identify outbreaks, and guide preventive measures

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To satisfy insurance documentation requirements

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To record individual staff sick days

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To satisfy family member requests for information