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Asepsis and Infection Control NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Mumps vaccine:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mumps vaccine is only available as MMR in the UK, per Green Book.
Question 2 of 5
An insect or animal carrier of a disease is known as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A vector is an insect or animal that can transmit a disease-causing organism from one host to another. This can include mosquitoes, ticks, and flies, among others. These vectors are capable of carrying pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites, and can introduce them into a new host through biting or other means. By transmitting these pathogens, vectors play a significant role in the spread of many diseases, such as malaria, dengue fever, and Lyme disease.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following are characteristics of the stage of infection known as full stage of illness? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The full stage of illness is characterized by specific symptoms and depends on the infection type for its duration and severity.
Question 4 of 5
A student nurse is performing a urinary catheterization for the first time and inadvertently contaminates the catheter by touching the bed linens. What should the nurse do to maintain surgical asepsis for this procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Surgical asepsis requires restarting with sterile supplies if contamination occurs.
Question 5 of 5
Which is FALSE regarding PCP pneumonia in AIDS?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The statement 'Once a patient has had it they are unlikely to get it again' is false. PCP can recur in AIDS patients without sustained immune recovery or prophylaxis, making D the correct answer.