Trivium Safety and Infection Control 4

Question 1

What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

Answer

Push, Activate, Spray, Secure

Answer

Pull, Activate, Shoot, Spray

Answer

Point, Aim, Squeeze, Spray

Question 2

A nurse aide notices a resident's IV insertion site is red, swollen, and warm. What is the MOST likely complication?

Accepted Answer

Phlebitis or infection at the IV site

Answer

Normal healing of the insertion site

Answer

An allergic reaction to the IV fluid

Answer

Dehydration

Question 3

Which piece of equipment requires an OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen standard training for nurse aides?

Accepted Answer

Blood glucose monitoring devices

Answer

Oral thermometers

Answer

Electronic blood pressure cuffs

Answer

Pulse oximeters

Question 4

A resident requires airborne precautions. Which room assignment is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A negative pressure (airborne infection isolation) room

Answer

Any private room with the door closed

Answer

A shared room with curtain separation

Answer

A room near the nursing station for monitoring

Question 5

During a disaster drill, the nurse aide's primary responsibility is to:

Accepted Answer

Ensure the safety and evacuation of residents as directed

Answer

Evacuate personal belongings from the facility

Answer

Contact family members of residents

Answer

Document the drill outcomes

Question 6

Which of the following actions could contribute to a healthcare-associated infection (HAI)?

Accepted Answer

Reusing a single-use urinary catheter

Answer

Changing gloves between residents

Answer

Using sterile technique for wound care

Answer

Performing hand hygiene before and after care

Question 7

What is the safest way to transfer a resident who is at high risk for falls?

Accepted Answer

Use a gait belt and request a second person if needed

Answer

Transfer alone to avoid disturbing the resident's routine

Answer

Allow the resident to transfer independently to maintain dignity

Answer

Transfer quickly to minimize the resident's discomfort