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Infection Control NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a new patient admitted to home health. Which questions will be most appropriate for the nurse to ask to determine the risk of infection? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because asking the patient to explain the risk for infection in their home assesses their understanding and awareness of potential infection sources. This information helps the nurse to identify specific risks and provide appropriate education. Choice B is incorrect as it focuses on travel history which may not directly relate to the patient's risk of infection at home. Choice C is incorrect as handwashing demonstration assesses the patient's knowledge of hygiene practices but does not directly determine their risk of infection. Choice D is incorrect as it evaluates the patient's knowledge of infection signs and symptoms but does not assess their risk factors.
Question 2 of 5
A woman tests positive for the human immunodeficiency virus antibody but has no symptoms. She is considered a carrier. What component of the infection cycle does the woman illustrate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: A reservoir. In this scenario, the woman testing positive for HIV antibody but having no symptoms indicates that she is a reservoir of the virus. A reservoir is a place where infectious agents (in this case, HIV) can persist and reproduce without causing symptoms in the carrier. Other choices are incorrect because the woman is not actively transmitting the virus (infectious agent), the virus is not exiting her body (portal of exit), and she is not being newly infected (portal of entry).
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following questions asked by the nurse when taking a client’s health history would collect data about infection control?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because asking when the client completed their immunizations collects data about their vaccination status, which is crucial for infection control. This information helps assess the client's immunity against preventable diseases and identifies potential gaps in immunization coverage. Option A focuses on dietary habits, B on sleep patterns, and C on family medical history, none of which directly relate to infection control.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is educating adolescents on how to prevent infections. What statement by one of the adolescents indicates that more education is needed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because not wearing a condom during sex poses a significant risk for contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Therefore, the adolescent lacks understanding of the importance of safe sex practices in preventing infections. Choice A demonstrates good hand hygiene, choice C shows healthy lifestyle habits that can boost immunity, and choice D indicates proper management of infections. By choosing B, the adolescent shows a gap in knowledge regarding safe sexual practices, highlighting the need for further education on preventing STIs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse has completed morning care for a client. There is no visible soiling on her hands. What type of technique is recommended by the CDC for hand hygiene?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Clean hands with an alcohol-based handrub. This is recommended by the CDC as the preferred method for hand hygiene when there is no visible soiling on the hands. Alcohol-based handrub is effective in killing a broad range of germs quickly. Washing hands with soap and water is necessary when hands are visibly soiled. Option A is incorrect as gloves are not a substitute for hand hygiene. Option D is unnecessary as using handrub alone is sufficient.