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Infection Control Exam Questions Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
A diagnosis of meningococcal infection requires the following to be present:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pyrexia is often present but not required for diagnosis; no single symptom is mandatory, per Green Book.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following refers to a patient who enters a hospital with a known infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A patient who enters a hospital with a known infection is referred to as having a community-acquired infection. This term is used to describe infections that are acquired outside of a healthcare setting, such as in the community or at home, before the patient is admitted to the hospital. It is important to differentiate community-acquired infections from nosocomial infections, which are acquired within a hospital or healthcare facility, and iatrogenic infections, which are caused by medical treatment or procedures. The term 'idiopathic infection' refers to an infection of unknown cause, which is not applicable in this context.
Question 3 of 5
A patient comes to the emergency department with major burns over 40% of his body. Although all of the following are true, which one would provide the rationale for a nursing diagnosis of Risk for Infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Burns compromise the skin barrier, a primary defense against infection.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a way for a microorganism to enter a new source?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Microorganisms can enter a host through inhalation (e.g., breathing in droplets), ingestion (e.g., contaminated food), or other means, making all listed options correct.
Question 5 of 5
Which drug regimen in AIDS is usually used?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Standard antiretroviral therapy (ART) in AIDS often includes regimens like 2 nucleosides (NRTIs) with an NNRTI (e.g., nevirapine) or a protease inhibitor, making A and B common. D reflects this flexibility.