ATI LPN
Infection Control Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
Clinical privileging of a practitioner
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Privileges are based on ongoing performance evaluations.
Question 2 of 5
Three new members were invited to join a multidisciplinary team for the last two meetings. The team leader has noticed several disagreements among team members since the two new members had joined the team. What is the best action the team leader should do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A facilitator can objectively mediate and reduce conflict effectively.
Question 3 of 5
Which finding indicates a break in technique and the need for education of staff regarding infection control?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Persons with exudative lesions or weeping dermatitis should not give direct client care or handle client-care equipment until the condition resolves.
Question 4 of 5
What personal protective equipment should the nurse wear when providing care for a 10-year-old with SARS?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All modes of transmission must be considered possible, including airborne, droplet, and direct contact with the virus. For protection from contracting SARS, any health care worker providing care should wear a gown, gloves, mask, and eye goggles or an eye shield.
Question 5 of 5
When preparing a client for surgery, which action by the nurse is most important?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Verifying the surgical consent form ensures legal and ethical compliance and confirms the patient's understanding and agreement to the procedure.