ATI LPN
Infection Control Quizlet Questions Questions
Question 1 of 9
The use of gloves is an effective substitute for hand washing.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Gloves reduce direct contact but do not eliminate the need for hand washing, as hands can still become contaminated.
Question 2 of 9
What action should the nurse take when making an error in documentation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: If a nurse has made an error in documentation, the nurse should draw a single line through the error, write the word error above it, and sign his or her name or initials.
Question 3 of 9
is accountable for the administration of the prophylactic preoperative dose of antibiotics.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The circulating nurse in the OR is typically responsible for ensuring preoperative antibiotics are given.
Question 4 of 9
What is not an advantage of using a bag-and-vial system?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Unused doses not being returnable is a disadvantage, not an advantage, of the bag-and-vial system.
Question 5 of 9
Which class of antibiotics is not inactivated by extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBL)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Glycopeptides are not inactivated by ESBLs.
Question 6 of 9
What can healthcare workers do to prevent the transmission of infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All measures reduce pathogen spread effectively.
Question 7 of 9
Which of the following is/are artery forceps
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed are types of artery forceps used to clamp vessels.
Question 8 of 9
A measles exposure from a patient in a clinic was identified and an exposure work-up was initiated. A staff exposure was defined as 'nonimmune HCP with more than 5 minutes of same-room contact or faceto-face with the index patient.' Forty-eight HCP were identified as possible exposures. Of these, 44 had documented immunity to measles. Of the remaining HCP, three did not have the same room or face-to-face contact. How many HCP were at risk of developing measles because of the exposure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 1 HCP (48 - 44 immune - 3 non-exposed) meets the exposure criteria.
Question 9 of 9
Hospital mission statement
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mission statements often emphasize serving the community's healthcare needs.