ATI RN
NCLEX RN Infection Control Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The latest CDC guidelines designate standard precautions for all substances except which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sweat is excluded from standard precautions unless contaminated with blood or other fluids.
Question 2 of 5
Which is not associated with atypical pneumonia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypernatremia is not a typical feature of atypical pneumonia; electrolyte imbalances like hypophosphatemia or abnormal LFTs can occur with Legionella or Mycoplasma.
Question 3 of 5
The suture material which poses the highest risk of infection is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Silk, a braided natural material, has the highest infection risk due to its wicking properties and bacterial adherence.
Question 4 of 5
A 20 year old male from New Zealand travels to PNG after taking a prophylactic course of doxycycline. He presents to ED 4 weeks after returning with intermittent fever and night sweats. Which of the following statements is true?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Primaquine treats the liver stage of P. vivax, which doxycycline misses; PNG has resistant strains.
Question 5 of 5
What is required before you perform hand hygiene? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing for soil ensures proper technique, removing bracelets and ensuring short, plain nails/rings prevents microbial harboring.