ATI LPN
Infection Control Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
After holding a housewide education session on HH, the IP wants to evaluate how effective the sessions were in changing behavior. The most common way to assess HH behavior is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Direct observation is the gold standard for assessing hand hygiene compliance.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is one of the hot spots for emerging infectious diseases originating in wildlife?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: South and South East Asia have been identified as hotspots for emerging infectious diseases due to factors such as biodiversity and population density.
Question 3 of 5
The following statement is true about effective hand washing:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using friction ensures thorough cleaning of all hand surfaces, which is critical for effective hand washing.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse assesses that the flap created after laryngectomy in the immediate post-operative period appears dusky in color. What is the nurse's first action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A complete assessment of the area, including Doppler activity of major feeding vessels, needs to be completed and the surgeon must be notified; the client may have to be returned to the operating room immediately.
Question 5 of 5
True / False. Personal protective clothing is mainly worn to protect staff.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: PPE protects both staff and patients by preventing pathogen transmission in both directions.