ATI LPN
Infection Control Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
What disease can you get from tattoos/body piercing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed diseases are bloodborne and transmissible via unsterile needles.
Question 2 of 5
Which stool sample should be sent to lab for Cdiff testing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 3rd loose stool in 24 hours indicates significant diarrhea for testing.
Question 3 of 5
Dental department's monthly case review revealed 240 records meeting criteria and 150 records did not meet the criteria. In calculating the incidence rate, the denominator is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The incidence rate denominator is the total population at risk, which is 240 (met criteria) + 150 (did not meet criteria) = 390.
Question 4 of 5
All of the following are essential to the implementation of an effective quality improvement project EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: CEO and CFO involvement is not essential; support from senior administration is sufficient.
Question 5 of 5
A team has identified a process for improvement, selected examples of best ptactice performers, visited those sites, gathered all necessary data, and compiled the results. The most effective next step for the team is to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Implementing change applies the benchmarking findings effectively.