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Question 1 of 5
The purpose of a biological indicator in an autoclave is: 1. To determine whether the items being autoclaved are properly sterilized, which is indicated by a positive BI result 2. To determine whether the items being autoclaved are properly sterilized, which is indicated by a positive BI result 3. To determine whether the items being autoclaved are properly cleaned, which is indicated by a positive BI result 4. To determine whether the items being autoclaved are properly cleaned, which is indicated by a negative BI result
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A negative BI result indicates successful sterilization, not cleaning.
Question 2 of 5
Which condition is an exception to the recommendation for dual sequential vaccination with PCV13 and PPSV23 pneumococcal vaccines in high-risk patients aged 19 to 64 years?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic liver disease does not necessitate the dual vaccination regimen.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse manager at a long-term-care facility is planning care for a client who is receiving radiation therapy for laryngeal cancer. Which of these tasks is appropriate to delegate to a nursing assistant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Personal hygiene is within the scope of practice of the nursing assistant. Throat-numbing lozenges are medications and should not be administered by nursing assistants because they are outside the scope of practice. Assessment is a complex task that must be completed by licensed nursing staff. Educating the client is the responsibility of licensed nursing staff and is an ongoing part of the client's care.
Question 4 of 5
Ways to prevent the spread of the skin infection MRSA in the general community include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed measures reduce MRSA transmission by limiting exposure and maintaining hygiene.
Question 5 of 5
The smallest of all microorganisms, visible only with an electron microscope is a ?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Viruses are smaller than bacteria and require electron microscopy for visualization.