ATI LPN
Infection Control NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 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 and reading ability are foundational and could explain repeated failure.
Question 2 of 5
The microbiology lab calls the IP with a CSF gram stain result. From an infection prevention standpoint, the most concerning result would be:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gram-negative diplococci suggest Neisseria meningitidis, requiring urgent droplet precautions.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement about HPV immunization is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Three doses of the HPV vaccine are standard protocol for full protection.
Question 4 of 5
A client has a bilateral corneal disorder and must instill anti-infective eye drops every hour for the first 24 hours. Which comment by the client indicates a need for further instruction by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: If both eyes are infected, separate bottles of drugs are needed for each eye. The client must be taught to clearly label the bottles 'right eye' and 'left eye' and to not switch the drugs from eye to eye.
Question 5 of 5
What are standard precautions
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Standard precautions are universally applied to all patients to minimize infection transmission in healthcare settings.