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Infection Control NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A student nurse is performing a urinary catheterization for the first time and inadvertently contaminates the catheter by touching the bed linens. What should the nurse do to maintain surgical asepsis for this procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. The nurse should gather new sterile supplies and start over to ensure surgical asepsis. By touching the bed linens, the catheter became contaminated, compromising the sterility of the procedure. Starting over with new sterile supplies will prevent introducing pathogens into the client's urinary tract, reducing the risk of infection. Choice A is incorrect as being on antibiotics does not negate the need for maintaining asepsis. Choice B is incorrect because completing the procedure with contaminated supplies poses a risk of infection. Choice C is incorrect as apologizing does not address the contamination issue, and completing the procedure with contaminated supplies is unsafe.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing an educational session for a group of preschool workers. The nurse reminds the group about the most important thing to do to prevent the spread of infection. Which information did the nurse share with the preschool workers?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Wash their hands between each interaction with children. This is the most important measure to prevent the spread of infection as handwashing can effectively remove germs. By washing hands between interactions, the preschool workers can reduce the transmission of pathogens. Choices A and B focus on nutrition, which is important for overall health but not the most crucial in preventing the spread of infection. Choice C, cleaning toys daily, is also important but not as effective as handwashing in preventing the spread of infection through direct contact.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a school-aged child who has injured the right leg after a bicycle accident. Which signs and symptoms will the nurse assess for to determine if the child is experiencing a localized inflammatory response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. In this scenario, the child has injured the right leg, indicating a localized injury. Signs of a localized inflammatory response include edema (swelling), redness, tenderness, and loss of function in the affected area. Edema and redness occur due to increased blood flow and fluid accumulation at the site of injury. Tenderness is a result of irritation of nerve endings, and loss of function can occur due to pain and swelling limiting movement. Choice A is incorrect because malaise, anorexia, enlarged lymph nodes, and increased white blood cells are more indicative of a systemic inflammatory response rather than a localized one. Choice B is incorrect as chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, and vomiting are not typical signs of a localized inflammatory response. Choice C is incorrect as dizziness and disorientation are not specific signs of inflammation in a localized area. In summary, the signs and symptoms in choice D align with a localized inflammatory response
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who is susceptible to infection. Which instruction will the nurse include in an educational session to decrease the risk of infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Teaching the patient to select nutritious foods. Proper nutrition supports the immune system, reducing the risk of infection. Nutritious foods provide essential vitamins and minerals necessary for immune function. Fall prevention (Choice A) is important for safety but does not directly decrease infection risk. Taking a temperature (Choice B) is a monitoring activity and not a preventive measure against infection. Teaching about alcohol effects (Choice D) is unrelated to infection prevention.
Question 5 of 5
The patient has contracted a urinary tract infection (UTI) while in the hospital. Which action will most likely increase the risk of a patient contracting a UTI?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. Allowing the drainage bag port to touch the graduated receptacle increases the risk of contamination and infection as it can introduce bacteria into the urinary system. This can lead to a UTI. Reusing the receptacle (A) can also introduce bacteria but is not as direct as touching the port. Emptying the bag frequently (C) can actually decrease the risk by preventing bacterial buildup. Irrigating the catheter infrequently (D) is not ideal but is not directly related to the risk of contracting a UTI.