ATI LPN
Infection Control Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which principal nursing actions best support a focus on client safety?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Handwashing prevents infections, preoperative checklists reduce surgical errors, and the five rights of drug administration prevent medication mistakes, all enhancing safety.
Question 2 of 5
Taps should be turned off with a dry paper towel to avoid re-contamination of hands.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using a paper towel to turn off taps prevents re-contamination after handwashing.
Question 3 of 5
A suitable reservoir for an infectious agent to thrive includes all of following, except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Infectious agents prefer dark environments; plenty of natural light can inhibit growth (e.g., UV light).
Question 4 of 5
Higher morbidity rates in chronic hepatitis B virus carriers are associated with a co-infection of which of the following.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hepatitis D (delta virus) requires hepatitis B for replication, leading to more severe liver disease and higher morbidity when co-infected.
Question 5 of 5
Most healthcare-associated pathogens are transmitted from patient to patient via:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hands of healthcare workers are the primary mode of transmission for HAIs.