Donning and Doffing and Handwashing

Question 1

Used to prevent transmission of microflora, microorganisms, and infections between healthcare associates and patients, as well as from patient-to-patient.

Answer 1

Gloves

Question 2

Used to prevent transmission of infectious agents through the area. It should be worn when entering a room of patient in respiratory isolation.

Answer 2

Mask

Question 3

Necessary for when soiling of clothes is possible and for patients with easily- transmitted infections, like varicella (chickenpox).

Answer 3

Gown

Question 4

In removing gloves, the remaining hand with a glove on should hold the removed one. True or False

Answer 4

True

Question 5

Dispose both of the used gloves into a hazard container. True or False

Answer 5

False - biohazard

Question 6

Masks should never be work around the neck and moved up to cover the nose and mouth as one enters another room. True or False

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Face masks are still effective even though they are moist due to breathing. True or False

Answer 7

False - it is no longer effective once they become moist from breathing.

Question 8

Patients who are immunosuppressed or in protective isolation must wear masks when being transported. True or False

Answer 8

True

Question 9

most economical and efficient type of face mask for phlebotomists.

Answer 9

Paper masks

Question 10

type of face mask for work conditions where spattering of body fluids is likely.

Answer 10

Fluid-proof masks

Question 11

Gowns are not necessary to be fluid-resistant to any blood or body fluids. True or False

Answer 11

False - it should be fluid-resistant to any blood or body fluids.

Question 12

Removal of the gown should be inside out. True or False

Answer 12

True

Question 13

In donning PPEs, gloves are donned last and securely pulled over the cuffs of the gown. True or False

Answer 13

True

Question 14

Masks with ties are fastened first at the top, adjusted to the nose and mouth, tied at the neck, and refitted. True or False

Answer 14

True

Question 15

PPE is removed in the order of

least contaminated first. True or False

Answer 15

False - PPE is removed in the order of most contaminated first

Question 16

Gloves are the most contaminated. They are should be removed first. True or False

Answer 16

True

Question 17

Untie the gown and remove it by touching only the outside of the gown. True or False

Answer 17

False - inside of the gown

Question 18

Unfasten the lower tie first so that the mask will not fall forward while removing the lower tie. Dispose of the mask in a biohazard container. True or False

Answer 18

True

Question 19

the single most important way to prevent the spread of infection.

Answer 19

Handwashing

Question 20

Wearing gloves is a substitute for handwashing. True or False

Answer 20

False - Wearing gloves is not a substitute for handwashing

Question 21

Hands must be washed after gloves are removed. True or False

Answer 21

True

Question 22

Alcohol-based hand cleaners are often used in place of handwashing but, unlike handwashing, it only reduces bacteria and viruses and does not eliminate. True or False

Answer 22

True

Question 23

Type of alcohol-based hand cleaners that can be used

Answer 23

70% isopropyl alcohol

Question 24

Googles or Face shields are needed anytime there is a potential for the splattering of blood or body fluids. True or False

Answer 24

True

Question 25

In handwashing, do not allow parts of the body to touch the sink. True or False

Answer 25

True

Question 26

After applying soap, rub to form a lather, create friction, and loosen debris. True or False

Answer 26

True

Question 27

Thoroughly clean between the fingers and under the fingernails for at least 10 seconds; include thumbs and wrists in the cleaning. True or False

Answer 27

False - 20 seconds

Question 28

Rinse hands in an upward position to prevent recontamination of hands and wrists. True or False

Answer 28

False - downward

Question 29

Turn off faucets with a clean paper towel to prevent

decontamination. True or False

Answer 29

True