Week 4 Core Elements Of Infection Control Management Plan

Question 1

Why hand hygiene

Answer 1

The principal strategy for limiting the transmission of infection

Question 2

Alcohol based handrub is an appropriate antiseptic agent for

Answer 2

hands that are NOT visibly soiled

Question 3

Hands should be washed with soap and water when

Answer 3

VISIBLY SOILED. Organic material such as blood or other body fluids can inactivate or dilute the antimicrobial agent rendering it ineffective

Question 4

When should gloves be used

Answer 4

Risk of contamination of the healthcare workers hands with blood or body fluids
Indicated by infection control policy for the healthcare facility
Indicated by universal precautions

Question 5

When should gloves be changed

Answer 5

A new episode of patient care begins

Question 6

What is PPE

Answer 6

Equipment which can be used to protect the mucous membranes, airways, skin, and clothing of health care workers via physical barrier

Question 7

Donning PPE

Answer 7

1. Gown
2. Mask
3. Safety eye wear
4. Gloves

Question 8

Doffing PPE

Answer 8

1. Gloves
2. Safety eyewear
3. Gown
4. Mask or respirator
5. Wash hands

Question 9

Exposure to blood and bodily fluids result from

Answer 9

Percutaneous injury

Direct contact with potentially infectious blood, fluid or tissue or non-intact skin

Question 10

The exposure classifications

Answer 10

Exposure, doubtful exposure, non-exposure