ATI LPN
Infection Control Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which remark by a client indicates understanding of internal radiation therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: People who are pregnant should not come in close contact with someone who has internal radiation therapy. The radioactivity could possibly damage the fetus.
Question 2 of 5
What is the most effective method to prevent the spread of Clostridium difficile in a hospital setting?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hand hygiene with soap and water is more effective than alcohol-based sanitizers in removing C. difficile spores.
Question 3 of 5
A client with hepatitis A is being discharged. What is the most important instruction for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Practicing good hand hygiene prevents the spread of hepatitis A, protecting others from infection.
Question 4 of 5
A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). What is the most important instruction for the nurse to give?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring for liver toxicity is crucial as DMARDs can cause hepatotoxicity, necessitating regular liver function tests.
Question 5 of 5
What is the most important action for the nurse to take when caring for a client with a suspected transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing neurological status helps determine the severity and location of the TIA, guiding further diagnostic and treatment decisions.