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Infection Control NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is considered an internal disaster?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because an internal disaster refers to an emergency situation that directly impacts the facility itself. A tornado touching down on the healthcare facility falls under this category as it affects the facility's operations and infrastructure. B is incorrect because a severe cyclone destroying nearby homes is an external disaster, not directly impacting the facility itself. C is incorrect as a massive train accident bringing victims to the facility is an external disaster affecting the community, not an internal disaster for the facility. D is incorrect as an act of bioterrorism in a nearby factory is also an external disaster unless it directly affects the healthcare facility.
Question 3 of 5
The lack of necessary supplies and equipment to adequately and safely care for patients is an example of a (n):
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: System variance. This is because the lack of necessary supplies and equipment is a systemic issue related to the healthcare system's operations and resource management. It reflects a deviation from the standard processes and protocols in place for ensuring patient safety. A: Sentinel event refers to a serious adverse event that results in patient harm. C: Adverse effect typically refers to a negative outcome resulting from a specific treatment or intervention. D: Provider variance relates to variations in individual provider performance. Therefore, the lack of necessary supplies and equipment is best categorized as a system variance as it points to a broader issue within the healthcare system rather than individual actions or specific patient outcomes.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is an effective security plan that you may most likely want to consider for implementation within your facility?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct Answer: D - Bar coded client identification bands to insure proper identification Rationale: 1. Bar coded identification bands provide a secure way of identifying clients accurately. 2. This helps prevent unauthorized access and ensures proper identification of individuals. 3. It enhances security measures and helps in tracking patients within the facility. 4. It is important for maintaining patient safety and confidentiality. Summary: A: Training nurses may be helpful, but it is not as effective as implementing proper identification measures. B: Clerical staff may not be directly involved in security response and may not be best suited for this role. C: Restricting visitors is important for security, but it does not address the issue of proper identification.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is diagnosed with meningitis. Which type of isolation precaution is most appropriate for this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Droplet Precautions. Meningitis is commonly spread through respiratory droplets, making droplet precautions the most appropriate. It involves using a mask and eye protection when within 3 feet of the patient. Reverse isolation (A) is used to protect patients with weakened immune systems. Standard precautions (C) apply to all patients. Contact precautions (D) are used for diseases spread by direct contact.