ATI LPN
Infection Control NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Early symptoms of tuberculosis are fatigue, loss of appetite and weight loss.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: These are common early nonspecific symptoms of active TB disease.
Question 2 of 5
Non-harmful microorganisms relocated from their normal habitat can be harmful.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Normal flora can become opportunistic pathogens when relocated, e.g., E. coli from gut to urinary tract.
Question 3 of 5
Strict isolation' is another name for contact isolation.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strict isolation is a broader term, often implying reverse isolation, not just contact isolation.
Question 4 of 5
An IP is preparing the quarterly report for the infection control committee. What information will be needed to calculate a CLABSI rate for the ICU?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The numerator is the number of CLABSIs, and the denominator is the number of device days.
Question 5 of 5
What is the range for the following numbers? 2,3,4,5,8,9,10,12,14
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Range = 14 - 2 = 12.