Deck 35: Infection Control and Medical Asepsis

Question 1

The CDC recommends that you _____ if a person's blood gets in your eyes.

A) scrub the eyes with soap and water
B) irrigate the eyes with clean water or saline
C) put a few drops of rubbing alcohol in each eye
D) avoid blinking and try to keep your eyes dry

Answer 1

irrigate the eyes with clean water or saline

Question 2

If you are putting latex gloves on after hand washing,it is important to avoid using lotions that contain:

A) mineral oil
B) water
C) vitamin E
D) an emollient

Answer 2

mineral oil

Question 3

The primary symptom of ____ is skin infections that may look like pimples or boils and can be red,swollen,painful,and full of pus.

A) H1N1 (swine flu)
B) measles
C) scarlet fever
D) methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

Answer 3

methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

Question 4

The place where conditions are ripe for pathogens to replicate is called the:

A) source
B) transmission zone
C) portal
D) reservoir

Question 5

Which of the following are simple parasitic plants that depend on other life forms for a nutritional source?

A) bacteria
B) fungi
C) rickettsiae
D) lysosomes

Question 6

Which of the following is not a blood-borne pathogen?

A) hepatitis A virus (HAV)
B) hepatitis B virus (HBV)
C) hepatitis C virus (HCV)
D) human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

Question 7

Which of the following is recommended for treating chicken pox?

A) antiretroviral drugs
B) increased fluid intake
C) topical antipruritics
D) antibiotics

Question 8

Which component of an exposure control plan includes devices that isolate or remove the blood-borne pathogen hazard from the workplace?

A) work practice controls
B) documented employee medical and training records
C) postexposure follow-up
D) engineering controls

Question 9

Which disease is commonly known as whooping cough?

A) rubeola
B) varicella zoster virus
C) pertussis
D) pediculosis

Question 10

The incubation period for viral conjunctivitis is approximately:

A) 24 hours to days
B) 72 hours
C) 7 days
D) 14 days

Question 11

Strawberry tongue is a symptom of:

A) strep throat
B) scarlet fever
C) German measles
D) scabies

Question 12

Needles should be _____ after they have been used.

A) recapped
B) broken off
C) placed in a puncture-proof container
D) removed from the disposable syringe

Question 13

When washing your hands,it is recommended that you distribute soap using circular motions constantly and vigorously for ____ seconds.

A) 15
B) 30
C) 45
D) 90

Question 14

A disease reaches its highest point of development in which stage of the infectious disease process?

A) incubation
B) prodromal
C) acute
D) declining

Question 15

Bed rest,increased fluid intake,and antipyretics are recommended for patients with:

A) influenza
B) impetigo
C) pinworms
D) rubella

Question 16

When a person with a cold coughs or sneezes,the vapor containing the microorganism causing the illness can travel up to ___ feet.

A) 2
B) 3
C) 8
D) 15

Question 17

Which of the following is not one of the five classifications of infectious microorganisms?

A) viruses
B) parasites
C) chloroplasts
D) rickettsiae

Question 18

To help prevent the spread of disease,it is recommended that you:

A) refrain from direct patient care if you have an exudative skin condition
B) wear gloves instead of washing your hands
C) clean up spilled blood with soap and hot water
D) break needles off after each use to prevent accidental reuse

Question 19

Painful blisters on the lips is a symptom of:

A) meningitis
B) herpes simplex virus
C) scabies
D) mumps

Question 20

Disinfectants do not always kill:

A) viruses
B) fungi
C) bacteria
D) spores

Question 21

Match each disease with its means of transmission (also referred to as modes of transmission).​
Direct contact with draining sores

A)AIDS
B)conjunctivitis
C)hepatitis A
D)impetigo
E)MRSA
F)pinworms
G)scabies

Question 22

Match each term with its definition.
Microorganisms that cause disease

A)pathogens
B)virulence
C)normal flora
D)aerobes
E)anaerobes
F)protozoa
G)ectoparasites
H)obligate parasites

Question 23

An autoclave is used for:

A) sanitization
B) sterilization
C) disinfection
D) sanitization,disinfection,and sterilization

Question 24

Match each disease with its means of transmission (also referred to as modes of transmission).​
Direct or indirect contact with infested clothing or bedding

A)AIDS
B)conjunctivitis
C)hepatitis A
D)impetigo
E)MRSA
F)pinworms
G)scabies

Question 25

Match each disease with its means of transmission (also referred to as modes of transmission).​
Direct contact or by fecal-contaminated food or water

A)AIDS
B)conjunctivitis
C)hepatitis A
D)impetigo
E)MRSA
F)pinworms
G)scabies

Question 26

Match each term with its definition.
Parasites that depend completely on their host for survival

A)pathogens
B)virulence
C)normal flora
D)aerobes
E)anaerobes
F)protozoa
G)ectoparasites
H)obligate parasites

Question 27

Match each term with its definition.
Microorganisms that need oxygen to grow

A)pathogens
B)virulence
C)normal flora
D)aerobes
E)anaerobes
F)protozoa
G)ectoparasites
H)obligate parasites

Question 28

Match each disease with its means of transmission (also referred to as modes of transmission).​
Direct or indirect contact with discharge from the eyes or upper respiratory tract of an infected person

A)AIDS
B)conjunctivitis
C)hepatitis A
D)impetigo
E)MRSA
F)pinworms
G)scabies

Question 29

Match each term with its definition.
Cohabitation of microorganisms that live in or within an organism to provide a natural immunity against certain infections

A)pathogens
B)virulence
C)normal flora
D)aerobes
E)anaerobes
F)protozoa
G)ectoparasites
H)obligate parasites

Question 30

Match each disease with its means of transmission (also referred to as modes of transmission).​
Skin-to-skin contact or from shared items,such as towels,razors,and bandages

A)AIDS
B)conjunctivitis
C)hepatitis A
D)impetigo
E)MRSA
F)pinworms
G)scabies

Question 31

Match each term with its definition.
Microorganisms that grow best in the absence of oxygen

A)pathogens
B)virulence
C)normal flora
D)aerobes
E)anaerobes
F)protozoa
G)ectoparasites
H)obligate parasites

Question 32

An autoclave exerts approximately 15-30 pounds of steam pressure per square inch at a temperature between ____ degrees Fahrenheit.

A) 120 and 150
B) 180 and 230
C) 250 and 270
D) 300 and 340

Question 33

Match each term with its definition.
Multicellular parasites that live on the surface of a host and include scabies and lice

A)pathogens
B)virulence
C)normal flora
D)aerobes
E)anaerobes
F)protozoa
G)ectoparasites
H)obligate parasites

Question 34

Match each disease with its means of transmission (also referred to as modes of transmission).​
Direct transfer of eggs from anus to mouth;indirect contact with eggs in clothing or bedding

A)AIDS
B)conjunctivitis
C)hepatitis A
D)impetigo
E)MRSA
F)pinworms
G)scabies

Question 35

You should not use any sterile package if it is more than ___ from the time it was sterilized.

A) 15 days
B) 30 days
C) 6 months
D) 12 months

Question 36

Sterilization with a dry heat oven typically takes about:

A) 20-30 minutes
B) 30-60 minutes
C) 1-2 hours
D) 4-6 hours

Question 37

Match each term with its definition.
Microorganism's power to produce a disease

A)pathogens
B)virulence
C)normal flora
D)aerobes
E)anaerobes
F)protozoa
G)ectoparasites
H)obligate parasites

Question 38

Match each term with its definition.
Single-celled internal parasites that have a true nucleus and survive on living matter

A)pathogens
B)virulence
C)normal flora
D)aerobes
E)anaerobes
F)protozoa
G)ectoparasites
H)obligate parasites

Question 39

Match each disease with its means of transmission (also referred to as modes of transmission).​
Sexual,anal,or vaginal intercourse;sharing IV drug needles;childbirth;blood-to-blood contact;and blood transfusions

A)AIDS
B)conjunctivitis
C)hepatitis A
D)impetigo
E)MRSA
F)pinworms
G)scabies

Question 40

Which of the following is considered a low-level disinfectant?

A) ethyl alcohol
B) glutaraldehyde-based formulas
C) household bleach
D) sterile water

Question 41

Match each term with its definition.
Method for completely destroying disposable items by flame

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 42

Match each term with its definition.
Host that is capable of being infected by the pathogen

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 43

Match each term with its definition.
Process by which disease-producing microorganisms,or pathogens,are killed

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 44

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​60-150 days,avg.120 days

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 45

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​For a urinary tract infection (UTI),possible back pain;a burning sensation when urinating or a need to urinate more often;possible diarrhea,fever,chills;weakness or sick feeling

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 46

Match each term with its definition.
Required by OSHA to keep health care employees from coming in contact with blood,body fluids,and other potentially infected material

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 47

Match each term with its definition.
Set of measures designed to prevent transmission of HIV,hepatitis B virus,and other blood-borne pathogens when providing first aid or health care

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 48

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Topical use of 1% lindane shampoo,lotion,or cream (7-10 days);

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 49

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
Incubation 2-3 weeks,usually 13-17 days

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 50

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Sudden onset of fever,intense headache,nausea,vomiting,sometimes petechial rash,irritability,sluggishness (possible seizures or coma)

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 51

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​For a skin infection,area may be red and tender

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 52

Match each term with its definition.
Process that destroys all forms of living organisms

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 53

Match each term with its definition.
Used as a quality control method to validate that sterilization has been achieved

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 54

Match each term with its definition.
Type of infection control used to decrease the risk of spreading infection by decreasing the number of pathogenic microorganisms and their spread after they leave the body

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 55

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Crops of pruritic vesicular eruptions on the skin,slight fever and headache,malaise

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 56

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Painful blisters on lips,which turn pustular and then form crusted scabs

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 57

Match each term with its definition.
Process of washing and scrubbing to remove materials such as body tissue,blood,or other body fluids

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 58

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​12-72 hours (some viruses 2-7 days),usually 24 hours

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 59

Match each term with its definition.
Transmission via a disease-carrying insect,such as a mosquito or tick

A)vector transmission
B)susceptible host
C)universal precautions
D)incineration
E)medical asepsis
F)personal protective equipment (PPE)
G)sanitization
H)disinfection
I)sterilization
J)biological indicators

Question 60

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​1-7 days

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 61

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Itching of scalp;presence of small,light-gray lice and nits (eggs)at the base of hairs

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 62

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Fever,headache,muscle aches,tiredness,loss of appetite,swollen and tender salivary glands under the ears on one or both sides

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 63

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​12-25 days

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 64

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
Rash and fever for 2-3 days

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 65

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Rest,decongestant,mild analgesics,increased fluid intake

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 66

​Match whether the description provided is considered a general guideline for disease prevention and safety or not.
​Place hands or fingers to the mouth (including nail-biting);place any item in your mouth (such as a pen or pencil)is considered acceptable

A)​a general guideline for disease prevention and safety
B)​not a general guideline for disease prevention and safety

Question 67

​Match whether the description provided is considered a general guideline for disease prevention and safety or not.
​Always recap or close bottles,jars,and tubes immediately after desired amounts are obtained to avoid spills,waste,and accidents

A)​a general guideline for disease prevention and safety
B)​not a general guideline for disease prevention and safety

Question 68

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Direct contact,fecal-oral route,and respiratory secretions

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 69

​Match whether the description provided is considered a general guideline for disease prevention and safety or not.
​Place reusable metal instruments in a disinfectant solution after rinsing in cold water in preparation for proper cleaning and sterilization

A)​a general guideline for disease prevention and safety
B)​not a general guideline for disease prevention and safety

Question 70

​Which of the following is a required reporting requirement?

A) ​Medical and training records must be maintained for each employee.
B) ​Employer must maintain a log of occupational injuries and illnesses.
C) ​Sharps Injury Log.
D) ​All of the above

Question 71

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​High fever,shaking,chills,productive cough

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 72

​The CDC recommends the following steps to be taken immediately following an exposure to blood except:

A) ​Immediately wipe up the spill and dispose of materials in the trash can.
B) ​Wash needlesticks and cuts with soap and water.
C) ​Flush splashes to the nose,mouth,or skin with water.
D) ​Irrigate eyes with clean water,saline,or sterile irrigation.

Question 73

​Match whether the description provided is considered a general guideline for disease prevention and safety or not.
​Not necessary to make any safety precaution adjustments if pregnant

A)​a general guideline for disease prevention and safety
B)​not a general guideline for disease prevention and safety

Question 74

Match the communicable disease with the means of transmission (also known as modes of transmission),incubation,symptoms,and treatment.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Can range from an upper respiratory infection to an acute,life-threatening illness

A)​chicken pox
B)​common cold
C)​head lice
D)​hepatitis B
E)herpes simplex virus​
F)​H1N1
G)​meningitis (bacterial)
H)​meningitis (viral)
I)​mumps
J)​pneumonia
K)​rubella
L)​vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Question 75

​Match whether the description provided is considered a general guideline for disease prevention and safety or not.
​Apply PPE only if you are cleaning up a spill

A)​a general guideline for disease prevention and safety
B)​not a general guideline for disease prevention and safety

Question 76

​Match whether the description provided is considered a general guideline for disease prevention and safety or not.
​Bandage all scratches,paper cuts,or any breaks in the skin after hand washing and before gloving for self-protection against possible contamination

A)​a general guideline for disease prevention and safety
B)​not a general guideline for disease prevention and safety

Question 77

​Match whether the description provided is considered a general guideline for disease prevention and safety or not.
​Work in a dark area to prevent strain on eyes

A)​a general guideline for disease prevention and safety
B)​not a general guideline for disease prevention and safety

Question 78

​Match whether the description provided is considered a general guideline for disease prevention and safety or not.
​When you are working,never eat,drink,chew gum,smoke

A)​a general guideline for disease prevention and safety
B)​not a general guideline for disease prevention and safety