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Unit IV RAD 110 Flashcards

1
Q

What includes complete sterilization of equipment and the appropriate skin preparation?

a. Medical asepsis
b. Sterilization asepsis
c. Surgical asepsis
d. None of these

A

Surgical asepsis

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Which of the following demonstrates the cycle of infection?

a. Pathogen, growth, exit, transport, entry, susceptible host
b. Pathogen, transport, host
c. Pathogen, growth, host
d. Pathogen and susceptible host

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Pathogen, growth, exit, transport, entry, susceptible host

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What type of catheter is the Foley?

a. retention balloon
b. straight
c. coiled
d. self-cleansing

A

retention balloon

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4
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A radiographer would not need to wear gloves while assisting a patient with a urinal.

True
False

A

False

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5
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Radiology departments use halogen chlorine and iodine as a bactericidal agent.

True
False

A

True

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Which of these do not belong in the cycle of infection?

a. a susceptible host
b. medical asepsis must exist
c. an existing pathogen
d. a source for growth and reproduction must exist for the pathogen

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medical asepsis must exist

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7
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Surgical aspesis is the same as:’

a. Aseptic technique
b. sterile technique
c. clean technique
d. standard precautions

A

sterile technique

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Chemical substances that inhibit the growth of pathogenic microorganisms without necessarily killing them are called:

  1. antiseptics
  2. germicides
  3. disinfectants
A

1 only

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9
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A sterile pack is used for each of the following procedures except:

a. myelogram
b. venogram
c. barium enema
d. angiogram

A

barium enema

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10
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Standard precautions are used to protect the patient only.

True
False

A

False

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When ready to leave the patient who is in isolation, what must be done?

a. wash hands
b. wash the patient’s hands
c. wash hands and use paper towels to touch the faucet handles, if equipped with handles.
d. shower

A

wash hands and use paper towels to touch the faucet handles, if equipped with handles.

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12
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The primary infection control practice is:

a. Autoclaving
b. Use of germicides
c. Use of antiseptics
d. Hand washing

A

Hand washing

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13
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Which precaution(s) is(are) used when pathogens disseminate through large particular droplets expelled from the patient?

a. contact precautions
b. droplet precautions
c. airborne precautions
d. all of the above.

A

droplet precautions

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14
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Microorganisms that cause infectious diseases can be classified as:

a. lytic
b. endogenous
c. pathogenic
d. nosocomial

A

pathogenic

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15
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When wearing a mask in isolation:

a. Leave either the nose or the mouth exposed for freer breathing
b. put it on last
c. cover both the nose and the mouth
d. masks are not necessary in isolation rooms

A

cover both the nose and the mouth

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16
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A chest tube is used to reinflate a collapsed lung.

True
False

A

True

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17
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The most important way to prevent the spread of infection is:

a. handwashing
b. wearing gloves
c. using a gown
d. using chemical disinfectants

A

handwashing

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18
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Linens used in the radiology department should:

a. be changed from one patient to another
b. be changed after three patients have used them
c. be discarded only if soiled
d. not be used because they contribute to the spread of disease

A

be changed from one patient to another

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19
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All of the following describe an exogenous mode of transmision except:

a. mosquito, tick or flea
b. fomite, such as a cassette
c. normal flora, such as bacteria in the mouth
d. West nile virus

A

normal flora, such as bacteria in the mouth

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20
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The purpose of sterile technique is to eliminate all harmful microorganisms.

True
False

A

False

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21
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Nondisposable bedpans must be sterilized between uses.

True
False

A

True

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22
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A Swana-Ganz catheter is a(n) ________ catheter.

a. arterial
b. atrial
c. venous
d. pulmonary

A

venous

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23
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Sterilization is the only process that:

a. destroys all microbes
b. is used for medical asepsis
c. balances microbial population
d. allows good bacteria to survive

A

destroys all microbes

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24
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Which of the following statements are true regarding a two-member team performing mobile radiography on a patient with MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphyloccus aureus) precautions?

  1. One radiographer remains clean that is, he or she has no physical contact with the patient
  2. The radiographer who positions the mobile unit also makes the exposure
  3. The radiographer who positions the cassette also retrieves the cassette and remove it from its plastic protective cover.
A

1 and 2 only

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25
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Which of the following is an accepted method of sterilization?

a. Bleach bath
b. Dry heat
c. Antiseptic wash
d. Hand washing

A

dry heat

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26
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Medical asepsis can be defined as the _________ of pathogenic microorganisms in the environment.

a. complete destruction and removal
b. method of creating new types
c. method of encouraging growth
d. reduction in number

A

reduction in number

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27
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A portable chest radiograph must be obtained on a patient in isolation. The BEST method to minimize contamination of the radiographic equipment is to:

a. permit only one radiographer to complete the examination
b. have a nurse on the floor perform the radiographic examination instead of the radiographer
c. have the medical facilities nursing supervisor perform the examination instead of the radiographer
d. have two radiographers perform the examination, one to touch the patient and one to touch only the equipment.

A

have two radiographers perform the examination, one to touch the patient and one to touch only the equipment.

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28
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Do not invade the space between:

a. The sterile field and the wall
b. The physician and the sterile field
c. The radiographer and the patient
d. None of the above

A

The physician and the sterile field

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29
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All of the following are types of indirect transmission except:

a. fomite
b. vector
c. aerosol
d. touching

A

touching

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30
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Which of the following is a violation of correct sterile techniques?

a. Gowns are considered sterile in the front down to the waist, including the arms.
b. Sterile gloves must be kept above waist level
c. Persons in sterile dress should pass each other face to face
d. A sterile field should not be left unattended

A

Persons in sterile dress should pass each other face to face

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31
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Used bandages and dressings must be placed into:

a. lead containers
b. plastic bags
c. waterproof bags and sealed
d. Metal pans

A

waterproof bags and sealed

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32
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The purpose of sterile technique is to reduce the number of harmful microorganisms.

True
False

A

True

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33
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The pacemaker pulse generator is placed directly into the lung.

True
False

A

False

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34
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In which direction should the top flap be opened when opening a wrapped sterile package?

a. Away from the dominant hand
b. Away from the individual
c. Toward the dominant hand
d. Toward the individual

A

Away from the individual

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35
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Urinals are provided to patients who are not ambulatory.

True
False

A

true

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36
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Exposing items to a mixture of gases that will not harm the material but will remove microorganisms is called:

a. Medical asepsis
b. Surgical Asepsis
c. Standard precautions
d. Gas sterilization

A

Gas sterilization

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37
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The purpose of surgical hand scrub is to:

  1. Remove debris and transient microorganisms from the hands, nails and forearms.
  2. destroy infected material
  3. inhibit rapid rebound growth of microorganisms
A

1 and 3 only

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38
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Which of the following is the primary concern during enteric isolation precautions?

a. Vectors
b. Fecal material
c. Blood
d. Airborne droplets

A

Fecal material

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39
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Which of the following is not true concerning sterile fields?

a. Touch the inner surface to make sure it is smooth and ready for sterile instruments.
b. Unfold the first corner of the pack away from you
c. Pull the front portion of the wrap toward you and drop it
d. All of the above are true

A

Touch the inner surface to make sure it is smooth and ready for sterile instruments.

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40
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A system that uses barriers between blood, all body fluids, nonintact skin, and mucous membranes of all individuals and susceptible persons is called:

a. Universal precautions
b. infection control
c. Standard precautions
d. Linear, nonthreshold

A

Standard precautions

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41
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In which of the following situations should a radiographer wear protective eye gear (goggles)?

  1. When performing an upper GI radiography examination
  2. When assisting the radiologist during an angiogram
  3. When assisting the radiologist in a biopsy/aspiration procedure
A

2 and 3 only

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42
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All of the following statements describe the use of standard precautions except for which of the following?

a. washing hands before and after touching body fluids
b. wearing gloves and gowns
c. using only for patients from the emergency department
d. never recapping used needles

A

using only for patients from the emergency department

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43
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Which of the following types of infection transmission occur via coughing or sneezing?

a. contact transmission
b. Droplet transmission
c. Airborne transmission
d. Vectorborne transmission

A

Droplet transmission

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44
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You are called to the trauma center to perform a bedside radiographic procedure on a patient and you suspect the patient may have hepatitis B. What are safe practices to follow?

  1. Always put on gloves
  2. Always put on a mask
  3. Always wash hands after the procedure
A

1 and 3 only

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45
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What is usually used to perform medical asepsis?

a. water and chemicals
b. Complete sterilzation procedure
c. surgical suite procedures
d. None of the above

A

water and chemicals

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46
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The most effective method of sterilization is

a. dry heat
b. moist heat
c. pasteurization
d. freezing

A

moist heat

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47
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The type of isolation practiced to prevent the spread of infectious agents in aerosol form is

a. respiratory isolation
b. protective isolation
c. contact isolation
d. strict isolation

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respiratory isolation

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48
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What parts of a gown are considered sterile?

  1. sleeves
  2. front from the waist up
  3. back below the waist
A

1 and 2 only

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49
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When wearing a protective cap for isolation:

a. it should be put on last
b. all hair should be tucked inside
c. Hair may remain outside because it cannot become contaminated
d. None of the above

A

all hair should be tucked inside

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50
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), what type of isolation precautions should be used for HIV-positive patients?

a. standard (universal)
b. Enteric
c. Respiratory
d. Strict

A

standard (universal)

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51
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A pacemaker prevents bradycardia by:

  1. Sensing the patient’s heartbeats
  2. Pacing the heart when it does not contract
  3. Producing electrical impulses
A

1,2 and 3

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52
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The infection streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat) is caused by a

a. virus
b. fungus
c. protozoan
d. bacterium

A

bacterium

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53
Q

Moisture permits contamination

True
False

A

True

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54
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What type of precautions prevents the spread of infectious agents in aerosal form?

a. strict isolation
b. Airborne precautions
c. Protective isolation
d. Contact precautions

A

Airborne precautions

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55
Q

Which of the following diseases require the employment of body substances precautions by health care workers?

  1. acquired immunodificiency syndrome
  2. hepatitis B
  3. Malaria
A

1 and 2 only

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56
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When contact with microorganisms is prevented through a combination of chemical agents, soap, water and friction:

a. medical asepsis exists
b. the environment is completely sterile
c. surgical aspesis exists
d. no new microorganisms can develop

A

medical asepsis exists

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57
Q

Urinary catheterization is performed under aseptic technique.

True
False

A

True

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58
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To limit cross-contamination at the sink:

a. use paper towels when touching the faucet
b. use a new bottle of antiseptic scrub at every wash
c. always prepare to wash with gloves on
d. use only hot water

A

use paper towels when touching the faucet

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59
Q

Examples of a disease that may be transferred by vector include:

  1. malaria
  2. Lyme disease
  3. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
A

1 and 2 only

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60
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Asepsis must be employed:

a. For all procedures
b. Whenever the skin is broken or an invasive procedure takes place
c. When known pathogenic organisms are present
d. When the patient requests it

A

Whenever the skin is broken or an invasive procedure takes place

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61
Q

Which of the following is considered regulated medical waste?

  1. A used, but empty syringe
  2. A used bedpan
  3. Blood-soaked gauze
A

1 and 3 only

62
Q

This type of infection transmission occurs mainly on dust:

a. Contact transmission
b. Droplet transmission
c. Airborne transmission
d. Common Vehicle transmission

A

Airborne transmission

63
Q

Which of the following is not an example of an NG tube?

a. Levin
b. Salem-sump
c. Foley
d. Cantor

64
Q

Microorganisms that need a host to reporduce and are unresponsive to antibiotics are called:

a. bacteria
b. fungi
c. protozoa
d. viruses

65
Q

Infection control in which microorganisms have been eliminated as much as possible by the use of water and chemical disinfectants is called:

a. Medical asepsis
b. Surgical asepsis
c. Standard precautions
d. Gas sterilization

A

Medical asepsis

66
Q

Medical asepsis is also referred to as:

a. aseptic or clean technique
b. surgical asepsis
c. sterile technique
d. universal precautions

A

aseptic or clean technique

67
Q

Which of the following are most resistant to aseptic techniques?

a. yeasts
b. Bacillic spore bacteria
c. Molds
d. Streptococci bacteria

A

Bacillic spore bacteria

68
Q

The patient most susceptible to a nosocomial infection is which of the following?

a. adult patients
b. children
c. emergency department patients
d. immunocompromised patients

A

immunocompromised patients

69
Q

Which of the following is a violation of correct sterile techniques?

a. Gowns are considered sterile in the front down to the waist, including the arms
b. Sterile gloves must be kept above the waist level
c. Persons in sterile dress should pass each other face to face
d. A sterile field should not be left unattended

A

Persons in sterile dress should pass each other face to face

70
Q

What is the MOST common means of spreading infection?

a. improperly disposed of contaminated waste
b. Instruments improperly sterilized
c. Soiled lines
d. Human hands

A

Human hands

71
Q

The most important barrier to an individual propagating the infectious organism is which of the following?

a. incubation period
b. quick access to antibiotics
c. body’s immune defenses
d. entry to the cell wall

A

body’s immune defenses

72
Q

For insertion of the NG tube, place the patient in the Trendelenburg position.

True
False

73
Q

What is usualy used to perform medical asepsis?

a. Water and chemicals
b. Surgical suite procedures
c. Complete Sterilization procedure
d. None of these

A

Water and chemicals

74
Q

Which of the following describes sources of nosocomial infections?

a. improperly sterilized surgical equipment
b. dirty radiographic tables and cassettes
c. contaminated urinary (Foley) catheters
d. b and c
e. all of the above

A

all of the above

75
Q

The term that best describes the absolute removal of all life form is:

a. antisepsis
b. medical asepsis
c. disinfection
d. sterilization

A

sterilization

76
Q

The common cold is an example of an infection by a:

a. bacterium
b. virus
c. fungus
d. protozoan

77
Q

Which of the following body fluids are potential carriers of HIV?

  1. semen
  2. vaginal secretions
  3. blood
A

1 ,2 and 3

78
Q

Which of the following kinds of infection transmission occurs secondary to touching?

a. Contact transmission
b. Droplet transmission
c. Airborne transmission
d. Vectorborne transmission

A

Contact transmission

79
Q

Which of the following are vectors?

  1. human with an infectious upper respiratory disease who coughs
  2. dog with rabies
  3. mosquito that transmits malaria
A

2 and 3 only

80
Q

A sterile person can reach over a sterile field.

True
False

81
Q

Personnel in sterile gown and gloves must pass each other back to back.

True
False

82
Q

Damp objects are assumed to be:

a. Sterile
b. Aseptic
c. Safe
d. Contaminated

A

Contaminated

83
Q

Under fluoroscopy, the lead of a pacemaker is advanced to:

a. the aorta
b. the subclavian veing
c. the right atrium
d. the apex of the right ventricle

A

the apex of the right ventricle

84
Q

If you suspect an object is contaminated, assume:

a. That it is contaminated
b. That is should be used immediately
c. That it is not contaminated, so as not to waste supplies
d. That your hands must be sterilized

A

That it is contaminated

85
Q

An autoclave is used for:

a. dry heat sterilization
b. chemical sterilization
c. gas sterilization
d. steam sterilization

A

steam sterilization

86
Q

Guidelines for cleaning contaminated objects or surfaces include:

  1. Clean from the most contaminated to the least contaminated area
  2. Clean in a circular motion, starting from the center and working outward.
  3. Clean from the top down
87
Q

When disposing of contaminated needles, they are placed in a special container using what procedure?

a. Recap the needle, remove the syringe, and dispose of the needle.
b. Do not recap the needle, remove the syringe, and dispose of the needle.
c. Recap the needle and dispose of the entire syringe
d. Do not recap the needle and dispose of the entire syringe

A

Do not recap the needle and dispose of the entire syringe

88
Q

Standard precautions apply to:

a. Only patients on precautions
b. HIV patients
c. All patients
d. Patients who are bleeding

A

All patients

89
Q

Which of the folllowing are types of intravenous lines?

  1. Swan-Ganz
  2. Femoral
  3. Hickman
A

1 and 3 only

90
Q

Before the portable x-ray machine, that was used in an isolation room, is returned to the radiology department or storage area, it must be:

a. Recharged
b. Calibrated
c. Cleaned thoroughly
d. None of the above

A

Cleaned thoroughly

91
Q

The number one priority for proper sterile technique is:

a. hand washing
b. sterile draping
c. sterile gowning
d. sterile gloving

A

hand washing

92
Q

What type of transmission occurs when the host inhales infectious droplets or dust particles?

a. Vector
b. Fomites
c. Airborne
d. Inhalation

93
Q

Mobile radiography in isolation should be performed by:

a. One radiographer so as not to contaminate two radiographers
b. A nurse who is familiar with isolation
c. Two radiographers
d. A radiographer and a physician

A

Two radiographers

94
Q

Which of the following procedures will protect the radiographer from being contaminated from possibly infectious materials?

  1. handle patients bedpan or urinal only when wearing protective gloves
  2. after use, discard disposable needles and syringes in appropriate disposal containers
  3. recap all used needles prior to disposal
A

1 and 2 only

95
Q

When handling sterile gloves with a nonsterile hand, which of the following is not considered sterile?

a. the outside of the cuff
b. the inside of the cuff
c. the fingertips of the glove
d. the thumb of the glove

A

the inside of the cuff

96
Q

All of the following statements regarding handwashing and skin care are correct except:

a. hands should be washed after each patient examination
b. Faucets should be opened and closed with paper towels
c. Hands should be smooth and free from chapping
d. Any cracks or abrasions should be left uncovered to facilitate healing

A

Any cracks or abrasions should be left uncovered to facilitate healing

97
Q

Which of the following statements are true regarding the two-member team of radiographers performing mobile radiography on a patient under strict isolation for extensive burns?

  1. One radiographer remains “clean” - that is, he or she has no physical contact with the patient
  2. The radiographer who positions the moble unit also makes the exposure
  3. The radiographer who positions the cassette also retrieves the cassette and removes it from its plastic protective cover
A

All of the above

98
Q

Which of the following should be used to disinfect the area after a blood spill?

a. Soap and water
b. One part bleach to ten parts water
c. Betadine solution
d. One part alcohol to ten parts water

A

One part bleach to ten parts water

99
Q

Gloves must always be worn when:

a. Assisting patients with urinals or bedpans
b. Handling needles and syringes
c. Handling bandages and dressings
d. All of the above

A

All of the above

100
Q

Federal regulation regarding infection control in the workplace, as amended by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), make the following requirements:

  1. Hepatitis B immunizations must be made availabe to all hospital employees
  2. Puncture-proof containers must be provided for all used needles
  3. Follow- up care must be provided to any staff accidentally exposed to blood splash/needle stick
A

2 and 3 only

101
Q

The first tier of transmission-based isolation precautions are called:

a. universal precautions
b. Infection control
c. Standard precautions
d. Linear, nonthreshold

A

Standard precaution

102
Q

Which of the following procedures would protect a compromised patient from potential infection?

  1. Clean mobile radiographic equipment before entering the patients room
  2. wash hands before touching the patient or anything in his room
  3. Place the loaded cassette behind the patients back, making sure that the hospital gown is closed.
103
Q

Which of the following chemical methods of asepsis is applied topically?

a. bacteriostatic agent
b. disinfectant
c. antiseptic
d. a and b
e. all of the above

A

antiseptic

104
Q

Needles and syringes must be disposed of in:

a. Lead containers
b. Sharps containers
c. Plastic bags
d. Metal pans

A

Sharps containers

105
Q

The two most common types of NG tubes are:

  1. Levin
  2. Salem-Sump
  3. Miller-Abbott
  4. Cantor
106
Q

The protection against infection before, during and after surgery is:

a. medical asepsis
b. surgical asepsis
c. sterile asepsis
d. radiology asepsis

A

Surgical asepsis

107
Q

The medical term used to describe the expectoration of blood is:

a. hematemesis
b. hemoptysis
c. hematuria
d. epistaxis

A

hemoptysis

108
Q

The morphology, genetic constitution, and biochemistry classify bacteria.

True
False

109
Q

According to the CDC, all of the following precaution guidelines are true, except:

a. Airborned precautions require that the patient wear a mask
b. Masks are indicated when caring for patients on MRSA precautions
c. Patients under MRSA precautions require a negative-pressure room.
d. Gloves are indicated when caring for a patient on droplet precautions

A

Patient under MRSA precautions require a negative-pressure room.

110
Q

What type of precautions prevents the spread of infectious agents in aerosol form?

a. Strict isolation
b. Protective isolation
c. Airborne precautions
d. Contact precautions

A

Airborne precautions

111
Q

You must wash your hands for which of the following conditions?

a. before and after patient contact
b. after touching each cassette
c. after removal of sterile or nonsterile gloves
d. more than one, but not all of the above
e. a, b and c

A

More than one, but not all of the above

112
Q

A patient with an upper respiratory tract infection is transported to the radiology department for a chest examination. Who should be masked?

  1. Technologist
  2. Transporter
  3. Patient
113
Q

Infectious waste must be handled according to:

a. Radiation protection guidlines
b. Radiology department rules
c. CDC guidelines
d. The condition of the patient

A

CDC guidelines

114
Q

Body substances and fluids that are considered infectious, or potentially infectious, include

  1. feces
  2. breast milk
  3. wound drainage
A

1, 2 and 3

115
Q

Protective or reverse isolation is required in which of the following conditions?

  1. tuberculosis
  2. burns
  3. Leukemia
116
Q

A common device used for high pressure steam sterilization is called the:

a. thermal ventilator
b. autoclave
c. vector chamber
d. inhalator

117
Q

Infectious waste is placed in containers:

a. Made of lead
b. properly labeled as to the type of waste therein
c. That will be incinerated
d. Made only of plastic

A

properly labeled as to the type of waste therein

118
Q

For items which can withstand head, which of the following methods of sterilization is the quickest and most convenient?

a. boiling
b. gas
c. chemical
d. steam

119
Q

Aseptic technique is meant to:

a. eliminate all pathogens
b. be used during surgical procedures
c. be used only for syringe preparations
d. minimize as many microbes as possible and limit infection spread.

A

minimize as many microbes as possible and limit infection spread.

120
Q

The surgical C-arm does not need to be draped.

True
False

121
Q

Airborne precautions require the use of:

a. Gowns
b. Masks
c. Standard precautions
d. More than one, but not all of the above

A

More than one, but not all of the above

122
Q

Hypochlorite bleach (Clorox) and lysol are examples of:

a. Antiseptics
b. Antifungal agents
c. Bacteriostatics
d. disinfectants

A

disinfectants

123
Q

Infection specifically related to health care delivery is termed:

a. sepsis
b. AIDS
c. enteric infection
d. nosocomial

A

nosocomial

124
Q

The first step in pouring liquids into containers in a sterile field is to:

a. Allow the liquid to drop onto the sterile field
b. Pour a small amount into a waste receptacle to cleanse the lip of the bottle
c. Carefully determine the contents of the container
d. Immediately pour the solution when requested to do so

A

Carefully determine the contents of the container

125
Q

Standard precautions assumes:

a. all body fluids are sources of infection
b. all patients are infected
c. all persons in the vicinity are infected
d. A and B
e. all of the above

126
Q

Medical aseptic technique applies to the following concept:

a. Sterilize all items
b. Reduce as many microorganisms as possible in a clean environment
c. Autoclaving as the the answer to microbial reduction
d. Surgical Aseptic technique

A

Reduce as many microorganisms as possible in a clean environment

127
Q

Which of the following categories of asepsis does handwashing fall within?

a. sterilization
b. medical asepsis
c. surgical asepsis
d. a and c

A

medical asepsis

128
Q

All of the following statements regarding hand washing and skin care are correct except:

a. hands should be washed after each patient examination
b. faucets should be opened and closed with paper towels
c. hands should be smooth and free from chapping
d. any cracks or abrasions should be left uncovered to facilitate healing

A

any cracks or abrasions should be left uncovered to facilitate healing

129
Q

Contact precautions require the use of:

a. Gowns
b. Masks
c. Standard Precautions
d. More than one, but not all of the above.
e. All of the above

A

More than one, but not all of the above.

130
Q

When caring for isolation patients in the radiology department, what is the first step to take?

a. identify the isolation category and follow guidelines
b. Cover the x-ray table wiht a sheet
c. Place contaminated materials in appropriate discard bag
d. determine what has caused the infection

A

identify the isolation category and follow guidelines

131
Q

Chemical substances that are used to kill pathogenic bacteria are called:

  1. Antiseptics
  2. Germicides
  3. Disinfectants
A

2 and 3 only

132
Q

Urinary tract infections are the number one cause of:

a. Myocardial infarctions
b. Nosocomial infections
c. Cerebrovascular accidents
d. Renal calculi

A

Nosocomial infections

133
Q

There is no discomfort associated with a nasogastric tube.

True
False

134
Q

Most antiseptic wash solutions take at least ______ to begin their effectiveness.

a. 3 to 5 seconds
b. 30 to 60 seconds
c. 10 to 15 seconds
d. 5 minutes

A

30 to 60 seconds

135
Q

By what mode of transmission are respiratory diseases usually spread?

a. Direct contact
b. fomites
c. droplet
d. vector

136
Q

Of the four stages of infection, which is the stage during which the infection is most communicable?

a. Latent period
b. Incubation period
c. Disease phase
d. Convalescent phase

A

Disease phase

137
Q

According to the CDC, which of the following body fluids should be treated as if they contained pathogenic microorganisms?

  1. Any fluid containing blood
  2. Cerebrospinal fluid
  3. Synovial fluid
A

1, 2, and 3

138
Q

After donning sterile gloves, the hands must be placed:

a. Under the arms when tired
b. In front of the body, resting on the front of the sterile gown
c. In a folded arms position
d. In front of the body without touching anything

A

In front of the body without touching anything

139
Q

The complete killing of all microorganisms is termed:

a. Surgical asepsis
b. Sterilization
c. Medical asepsis
d. Disinfection

A

Sterilization

140
Q

Hypochorite bleach (chlorox) and Lysol are examples of:

a. antiseptics
b. bacteriostatics
c. antifungal agents
d. disinfectants

A

disinfectants

141
Q

The basis of standard precautions is that:

a. Every health care worker demand diagnosis prior to servicing the patient
b. Only specific disease processes be protected against
c. Every health care worker approach every patient and body specimen as if it were infected
d. All AIDS patients be identified to health care workers

A

Every health care worker approach every patient and body specimen as if it were infected

142
Q

A sterile field may be temporarily abandoned or out of sight:

a. Anytime during the procedure
b. Anytime before the procedure
c. Never
d. If necessary because of short staffing

143
Q

When working with an isolation patient in the radiology department, who should be involved?

a. One radiographer, so as not to contaminate two radiographers
b. A nurse who is familiar with isolation guidelines
c. Two radiographers
d. A radiographer and a physician

A

Two radiographers

144
Q

Separately wrapped sterile items may be added to the sterile field by opening the pack and:

a. carefully placing the items by hand into the sterile field
b. using forceps to place the items into the sterile field
c. Allowing the items to drop onto the sterile field
d. Never add other sterile items to an already sterile field.

A

Allowing the items to drop onto the sterile field

145
Q

Urine should flow in a female patient when the catheter has been inserted approximately:

a. 1 1/2 in
b. 2 1/2 in
c. 4 1/2 in
d. 8 1/2 in

146
Q

Which of the following provide examples of POOR practical asepsis?

  1. washing hands between patients
  2. not using appropriate body substance precautions when handling items contaminated with body substances
  3. coughing without covering the mouth
A

2 and 3 only

147
Q

Microorganisms include:

  1. bacteria
  2. fungi
  3. Viruses
148
Q

Sterile technique must be used under which of the following conditions?

  1. The patients skin is punctured or opened for a procedure
  2. The patients skin is damaged during trauma, burns, or surgery
  3. Whenever the patients body is entered by insertion of a device or instrument
149
Q

What is the first step to be performed when gloving?

a. Open outer package
b. Open inner package, exposing the gloves
c. Carefully unfold the cuff on both gloves
d. Wash hands thoroughly

A

Wash hands thoroughly

150
Q

How can leakage from a double-lumen tube be prevented?

a. Clamp with a hemostate
b. Clamp with a regular clamping device
c. Use a piston-like syringe
d. Leakage is not a problem with a double-lumen tube

A

Use a piston-like syringe

151
Q

Droplet precautions require the use of:

a. Gowns
b. Masks
c. Standard Precautions
d. More than one of the above
e. All of the above

A

More than one of the above

152
Q

Disinfectants are used to:

a. destroy all microbes
b. inhibit microbial growth
c. destroy all pathogenic microbes
d. balance the pathogenic microbes for immediate control

A

destroy all microbes

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