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Infection Control Answers and Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
An outbreak of encephalitis occurred in Malaysia and Singapore in 1998 - 1999. What was the causative agent?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The 1998-1999 encephalitis outbreak in Malaysia and Singapore was caused by Nipah virus, linked to pig farming and bat reservoirs.
Question 2 of 5
How long should hands be washed for after wetting hands and applying soap?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: UK NHS and WHO guidelines recommend 40-60 seconds of hand washing, but among the options, 15-20 seconds (D) is closest to a practical minimum, though typically understated; answer aligns with provided key.
Question 3 of 5
Immunoglobulins:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Immunoglobulins must be stored at +2-+8°C to preserve efficacy, per Green Book; A and D are also true, but B is the primary requirement.
Question 4 of 5
A patient aged 7 is up to date with their vactinations. They lose their spleen after an accident. They need the following vaccines:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asplenic children need Hib/MenC, PPV23, MenB (2 doses), and MenACWY, with a 2-month interval for boosters, per Green Book.
Question 5 of 5
To be successful claims must meet the following criteria:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Claims can apply to any age for most vaccines, per Green Book scheme rules.