ATI LPN
Infection Control Quiz Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
A sample data set has a mean of 20 and SD of 1.38, what should the value be at+/-2 sigma?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Values at +/-2 sigma are calculated as mean ± (2 × SD).
Question 2 of 5
What nursing measures should the nurse do FIRST for a child admitted with suspected meningococcal meningitis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The initial therapeutic management of acute bacterial meningitis includes isolation precautions, initiation of antimicrobial therapy and maintenance of optimum hydration. Nurses should take necessary precautions to protect themselves and others from possible infection.
Question 3 of 5
What should the nurse expect when palpating the fontanels of a 19-month-old toddler?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: By age 18 months, the anterior and posterior fontanels should be closed.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following measures is most effective in preventing hospital-acquired infections?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent handwashing is the single most effective measure to prevent the spread of infections in a hospital setting.
Question 5 of 5
What is the priority nursing action when caring for a client with a suspected stroke?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Performing a neurological assessment helps determine the severity and type of stroke, guiding immediate treatment decisions.