ATI LPN
Infection Control Exam Questions Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
The wounded victim is unable to walk, respiratory rate is absent and when airway is repositioned breathing is still absent. The wounded victim is assigned what tag color?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The black tag is assigned because the victim is not breathing even after airway repositioning, indicating an unsurvivable condition per the START method.
Question 2 of 5
Why is it important to use two identifiers when administering medications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using two identifiers ensures the correct client receives the medication, reducing the risk of errors.
Question 3 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 4 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 5 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.