STNA Infection Control and Safety 2

Question 1

A nurse aide finds a needlestick injury after disposing of a sharp. The first action should be:

Accepted Answer

Report to the charge nurse immediately after washing the wound

Answer

Washing the wound thoroughly with soap and water and then immediately reporting to the charge nurse ensures timely post-exposure evaluation and treatment.

Question 2

Which patient placement measure is used for airborne precautions?

Accepted Answer

A private room with negative air pressure

Answer

Airborne precautions require a private room with negative air pressure to prevent airborne particles from escaping into the hallway.

Question 3

The nurse aide notes that a patient on droplet precautions needs to be transported for an X-ray. The patient should wear:

Accepted Answer

A standard surgical mask

Answer

A surgical mask placed on the patient during transport captures respiratory droplets, protecting others in corridors and common areas.

Question 4

Which action by the nurse aide demonstrates proper aseptic technique when changing bed linens?

Accepted Answer

Rolling soiled linens inward so the contaminated side is inside

Answer

Rolling soiled linens with the contaminated surface inward prevents spreading microorganisms to the environment and the nurse aide's uniform.

Question 5

What is the correct order for donning PPE before entering an isolation room?

Accepted Answer

Mask/respirator, goggles, gown, gloves

Answer

Donning begins with the mask/respirator first (protects airways), then eye protection, then gown, then gloves last (since gloves are the most frequently contaminated item).

STNA - State Tested Nurse Aides Exam Practice Test

STNA - State Tested Nurse Aides Exam Practice Test

STNA Infection Control and Safety 2