ATI LPN
Infection Control Exam Questions Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse realizes that the incorrect spelling of terms in the medical record most importantly:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Spelling errors can result in serious treatment errors; for example, the names of certain medications such as digitoxin and digoxin or morphine and Numorphan are similar.
Question 2 of 5
Which hand cleanser is appropriate for general hand washing in other areas of the pharmacy but is not acceptable for aseptic hand washing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Triclosan is suitable for general hand washing but lacks the efficacy required for aseptic handwashing in sterile compounding.
Question 3 of 5
Ordered: 2000 mL of NS over 24 hours with a maximum total IV fluids at 2000 mL daily. IVPB of gentamicin 100 mg in 50 mL of D5W q6h over 30 minutes is also ordered. Calculate the rate of the NS using an electronic controller.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Total gentamicin volume = 50 mL * 4 = 200 mL; NS volume = 2000 - 200 = 1800 mL; Rate = 1800 / 22 hr (24 - 2 hr for IVPB) ≈ 81.81 mL/hr.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is not a retractor used during surgery
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: DHS (Dynamic Hip Screw) is an orthopedic implant, not a retractor.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is not used for surgical scrub
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Glutaraldehyde is a sterilant, not used for surgical hand scrubbing.