Plague is endemic in parts of the southwest united states. the word 'endemic' means:

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Question 1 of 5

Plague is endemic in parts of the southwest united states. the word 'endemic' means:

A. Natives are immune to plague B. An expected number of cases occurs each year in each geographical area C. Plague has become resistant to all forms of treatment for this population D. The disease is seen in a seasonal pattern each year for this area

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 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?

A. 25 B. 5 C. 7 D. 8.3

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A Statistical Process Control Chart:

A. Analyzes the data for deviations from the pooled mean of the samples B. Should be used only to display the data C. Should be used only when a Pareto Chart is inconclusive D. Should be used when data is discrete

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following situations would be best for the IP to apply just-in-time learning principles?

A. During a 30-minute orientation session for new employees B. With staff who repeatedly have problems applying infection definition C. In a medical staff meeting where surveillance priorities are being discussed D. For nurse managers evaluating monthly infection trend reports

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

In which of the following infection prevention topics is the required educational content for employees most clearly described by a regulatory agency?

A. Hand hygiene monitoring systems B. Environmental cleaning of hard surfaces C. Active surveillance for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in hospitals D. Prevention employee exposure to bloodborne pathogens

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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