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Chapter 5 Infection Control Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Improper positioning of the surgeon or patient can complicate the surgery
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Proper positioning is critical for surgical success and safety.
Question 2 of 5
One attack of tuberculosis gives lifelong immunity.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Previous TB infection does not guarantee lifelong immunity; reinfection can occur.
Question 3 of 5
Carriers are always known.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Some carriers of infectious diseases may be asymptomatic and undetected.
Question 4 of 5
Compared to bacteria, protozoa are much smaller in size.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Protozoa are generally larger than bacteria; bacteria are microscopic prokaryotes, while protozoa are eukaryotic.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements about influenza is FALSE?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Viral shedding typically begins 24-48 hours before symptoms and not 48-72 hours after infection, making B the false statement.