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Infection Prevention and Control NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
15 persons were infected with Salmonella at a picnic where 75 ate potato salad. What was the attack rate of salmonella among those who ate potato salad?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Attack rate = 15/75 = 20%, making D correct.
Question 2 of 5
A form of interactive training is often preferred among adult learners. However, in some situations a lecture may represent the best approach. In which of the following situations should the IP consider a lecture?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lectures suit broad, informational updates like survey results, making A best.
Question 3 of 5
An employee scored below the minimal acceptable level on the annual review of IP competencies. The employee has attempted to pass the written test three times and has now been referred to IP for additional help. What should the IP evaluate first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Literacy/reading ability is foundational and should be assessed first, making D correct.
Question 4 of 5
The abstract in a research study must include:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The abstract must state the study's objective, making C correct.
Question 5 of 5
According to AAMI ST79, which of the following are among the recommendations of mechanical cleaning equipment in order to verify adequate cleaning? 1. Verification should be carried out monthly 2. Verification should be carried out upon installation 3. Verification should be carried out after major repairs 4. Verification should be when changing cleaning chemistry
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: AAMI ST79 recommends verification at installation, after repairs, and with chemistry changes, making D (2,3,4) correct.