Ch 1: Questions Flashcards
1
Q
Define “Predisposing Factors”
A
Risk Factors
2
Q
What are some examples of predisposing factors
5 answers
A
- Age
- Sex
- Environment
- Lifestyle
- Heredity
3
Q
What is the difference between a disorder and a syndrome?
A
- Disorder: Abnormality of function
- Syndrome: Group of symptoms that may be caused by a specific disease or several interrelated problems
4
Q
T/F: When using good hand-washing techniques, you should use an antimicrobial soap
A
True
5
Q
T/F: It is important to use a fingernail cleaner whenever possible if you are following good hand-wash protocol
A
True
6
Q
T/F: To maintain standard precautions, it is necessary to wash your hands even if gloves are used
A
False
7
Q
T/F: The use of standard precautions is only recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention when administering care to a patient who is bleeding or has other body fluid discharge
A
False
8
Q
T/F: A hypodermic needle should never be recapped
A
True
