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Infection Control NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
On June 1st, there were 25 surgical patients in the hospital. Two of these were post-op SSIs identified in May. During the month 5 additional SSIs were admitted. A total of 60 surgeries were performed in June. What is the numerator for a June incidence rate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Incidence counts new SSIs in June (5), not prior cases or total patients, making B correct.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following situations would be best for the IP to apply just-in-time learning principles?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Just-in-time learning addresses immediate needs, like staff struggling with definitions, making B best.
Question 3 of 5
In which of the following infection prevention topics is the required educational content for employees most clearly described by a regulatory agency?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) mandates specific training, making D correct.
Question 4 of 5
An assessment of internal validity and the influence of bias can be found in which section of a research study?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The discussion assesses validity and bias, making C correct.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is the best practice for cleaning a patient room: 1. Clean the patient zone first, and then the perimeter of the room 2. Clean the perimeter of the room first, and then the patient zone 3. Clean items that are low to the floor and then work your way up to higher items 4. Clean items that are higher up first, and then work your way down to lower items
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cleaning high to low and perimeter to patient zone minimizes contamination spread, making D (2,4) correct.