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Infection Control Exam Questions Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the 'five moments for hand hygiene' do healthcare workers forget most often?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Studies show 'after contact with patient surroundings' is frequently overlooked due to less obvious contamination risk.
Question 2 of 5
The main reasons for hand hygiene non-compliance reported by the healthcare workers are:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed reasons—time constraints, skin irritation, and glove preference—are commonly reported barriers to compliance.
Question 3 of 5
The optimal time to collect a sputum specimen for acid-fast bacilli (AFB) testing to rule out TB would be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morning sputum has the highest yield for AFB due to overnight accumulation, making A correct.
Question 4 of 5
According to the CDC central venous catheters should be replaced:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: CDC recommends replacement only if malfunctioning or infected, making D correct.
Question 5 of 5
Based on the epidemic curve, what is the most likely source of this outbreak?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Without the curve, a catered lunch (point source) is a common outbreak pattern, making B likely.