ATI LPN
Patient Safety Questions and Answers Questions
Question 1 of 5
You do not need to wash hands after blowing or wiping your nose since viruses are airborne.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Handwashing after blowing or wiping the nose prevents the spread of germs to surfaces and others.
Question 2 of 5
The urinary tract is a chronic carrier of HIV.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HIV is a blood-borne pathogen, not carried chronically in the urinary tract.
Question 3 of 5
Which is TRUE about a tuberculin skin test (TST):
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A positive TST indicates past exposure or latent TB, not necessarily active disease.
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, not on a routine schedule.
Question 5 of 5
The healthcare facility has established a goal of improving infection prevention competency with hand hygiene among all staff. Which of the following education and training approaches should the IP recommend as a priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Peer-to-peer mentoring is effective for practical, hands-on skill improvement like hand hygiene.