Deck 22: Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)

Question 1

The prevention of infection:

A) Is central to patient safety
B) Underpins the safe provision of care
C) Applies to all care settings
D) All the above

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Infection prevention and control (IPC) can succinctly be described as:

A) Making sure everything is clean
B) Only using sterile equipment
C) The practical application of microbiology in clinical practice
D) Effective handwashing

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Ayliffe's six step hand hygiene technique:

A) Is research based
B) Enables good coverage of the hands with soap or sanitizer
C) Provides a systematic technique to support effective hand hygiene
D) All the above

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Gloves should be used when:

A) anticipating contact with blood or body fluids
B) anticipating contact with non-intact skin or mucous membranes
C) a risk of contact with hazardous chemicals or drugs exists
D) All the above

Question 5

There are main types of waste produced by the processes involved in healthcare delivery

A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5