ATI LPN
Chapter 5 Infection Control Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following statements about influenza is FALSE?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Viral shedding typically begins 24-48 hours before symptoms and not 48-72 hours after infection, making B the false statement.
Question 2 of 5
Using a device associated infection formula, calculate the rate for 1000 vent days: 4 cases of VAE, 800 ventilator days
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rate = (4/800) * 1000 = 5 per 1000 vent days.
Question 3 of 5
The need to include employee education for IP is included in all of the following program components except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The 5-year strategic plan is broader and not specific to IP education needs.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following items can generally be reprocessed by only using low-level disinfectants: 1. Blood pressure cuffs 2. Anesthesia equipment 3. Bronchoscopes 4. Surgical instruments
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blood pressure cuffs are non-critical items requiring only low-level disinfection.
Question 5 of 5
The IP is selecting a process measure in order to monitor and evaluate quality of care. An example of a process measure is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hepatitis B immunity rates measure a process (vaccination adherence).