Deck 23: Aseptic Technique and Specimen Collection

Question 1

The chain of infection demonstrates

A) When an aseptic technique should not be used
B) Where contamination can occur if an aseptic technique is not used
C) When you should change your gloves and perfume effective hand hygiene
D) All the above

Answer 1

B

Question 2

If you are unsure how you should perform an aseptic technique

A) Consider the principles of asepsis
B) Refer to your local policies and procedures
C) Ask your supervisor
D) All the above

Answer 2

D

Question 3

In order to obtain accurate results whenever a specimen is collected ensure

A) Contamination is avoided
B) The lab knows a specimen is being collected
C) A porter is waiting to take the specimen to the lab
D) All the above

Answer 3

A

Question 4

The biggest challenge in applying asepsis is that

A) Microbes are everywhere
B) There is no evidence to inform us how to do this in non-theatre settings
C) Antibiotics are overused
D) All the above