ATI LPN
Chapter 14 Infection Control Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
When transferring a client who was admitted with chest pain from the emergency department (ED), which information isn't essential for the ED nurse to communicate to the nurse on the medical-surgical unit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Essential 'hand-off' communication includes reasons for admission, medications given, anxiety levels, and family history, all critical for ongoing care; insurance details are not directly relevant to nursing care.
Question 2 of 5
After washing hands and rinsing well, turn off taps with your hands.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Turning off taps with clean paper towels avoids re-contaminating washed hands.
Question 3 of 5
A pathogenic endospore that is highly resistant to chemical and physical agents, and to the external environment.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bacterial endospores (e.g., Clostridium) are highly resistant structures, unlike viruses, fungi, or parasites.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements is false regarding expanded isolation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flowers, fruits, and vegetables are typically all restricted in isolation to prevent contamination.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is not considered one of the criteria for causality?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The exposure precedes the onset of disease, not the reverse.