Week 9.3 Infections

Question 1

what is the single most effective way to prevent spread of infection

Answer 1

washing your hands always and forever

Question 2

what is the acceptable level of alcohol in sanitizes

Answer 2

60% but it does not kill all germs

Question 3

what are some conditions that would need airborne precautions

Answer 3

measles, varicella, TB

Question 4

what are some conditions that would need droplets precautions

Answer 4

influenza, meningitis, mumps, rubella, pneumonia

Question 5

what are some conditions that need contact precautions

Answer 5

MRSA, shingles, VRE, C-diff

Question 6

TF: you can use sanitizer if dealing with a C-diff patient

Answer 6

false, needs to be soap and water

Question 7

in what condition are you not allowed to bring fruits and vegetables or flowers into the room

Answer 7

neutropenic

Question 8

in what condition must items remain in the room throughout the patients duration of the stay

Answer 8

radiation.