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Infection Prevention and Control NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which atypical pneumonia can be vaccinated against?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Coxiella burnetii (Q fever) has a vaccine available in some regions (e.g., Australia), unlike the others which lack specific vaccines.
Question 2 of 5
Which agent is the usually choice for moderate to severe travelers diarrhea?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Norfloxacin (or other fluoroquinolones like ciprofloxacin) is a common choice for moderate to severe travelers' diarrhea due to its efficacy against ETEC.
Question 3 of 5
30yr NZ man goes to PNG, takes 300 mg chloroquine weekly for 2 weeks prior and 4 weeks post his trip. 3/12 later gets febrile/sweats/maleana with malaria parasites on film. The following is true
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PNG has high chloroquine resistance, especially for P. falciparum; his symptoms suggest breakthrough infection, warranting resistant treatment.
Question 4 of 5
Regarding infective endocarditis in an IVDU
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: IVDU endocarditis often presents with fever and respiratory symptoms due to tricuspid involvement and pulmonary emboli.
Question 5 of 5
What is the most important measure of standard precautions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hand washing is the cornerstone of standard precautions, significantly reducing pathogen transmission.