ATI LPN
Patient Safety Related Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The purpose of cleaning medical devices before sterilization or HLD is to: 1. Reduce bioburden 2. Add an additional step in the process 3. Replace the sterilization process 4. Increase the amount of time it takes to clean an endoscope
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cleaning reduces bioburden, enhancing sterilization efficacy.
Question 2 of 5
Which statement about annual influenza vaccination is correct?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Recombinant vaccines avoid the use of antibiotics in production processes.
Question 3 of 5
A young client has been diagnosed with tinea corporis(ringworm), but the mother would like the child to return to school. To avoid spreading the infection, what does the nurse suggest to the mother?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Keeping the site covered with a bandage prevents spread of the infection. Frequent handwashing is not the best suggestion in this case. Keeping the child isolated from the other children in school or keeping the child out of school is not necessary.
Question 4 of 5
Common bloodborne pathogens include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: HBV (Hepatitis B), HCV (Hepatitis C), and HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) are all bloodborne pathogens commonly encountered in healthcare settings.
Question 5 of 5
Nursing uniforms, shoes or any jewelry worn while at work can act as a for potential infections, as can medical equipment used between patients such as stethoscopes.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: These items can carry pathogens, facilitating transmission.