Question 1

The process used to wash and remove blood and tissue from medical instruments is called

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A)   asepsis.
B)   disinfection.
C)   sanitization.
D)   sterilization.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 2

Any disease caused by the growth of pathogenic microorganisms in the body falls into the category of

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A)   hereditary.
B)   autoimmune.
C)   communicable.
D)   infectious.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 3

The safest method to achieve adequate sanitization is to

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A)   use an ultrasonic sanitizer bath.
B)   wear disposable exam gloves during a procedure.
C)   soak sharp and blunt instruments together.D) A) and C)
E) All of the above

Question 4

Most pathogenic microorganisms prefer a neutral pH for optimum growth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

On the basis of your understanding of the chain of infection, what would be the most effective method of controlling the spread of conjunctivitis in a day care center?

Accepted Answer

A)   Conjunctivitis is not contagious.
B)   Close the day care center until all children are symptom-free.
C)   Sanitize hands thoroughly after each contact with a symptomatic child.
D)   Immediately send the child home to prevent the spread of the disease.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 6

Interferon is a naturally occurring protein that helps protect cells from viral invasion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What is considered the second link in the chain of infection?

Accepted Answer

A)   Infectious agent
B)   Reservoir
C)   Susceptible host
D)   PortalE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 8

The most effective treatment for viral infections is palliative in nature.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Rosa is responsible for training a new employee in medical aseptic hand washing. Which of the following should Rosa emphasize?

Accepted Answer

A)   Using hot, running water
B)   Carefully washing around all rings
C)   Using an adequate amount of soap and rubbing in a circular motion around all fingers
D)   Carefully drying the hands with a sterile disposable drapeE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Spore structures protect viral cells from immune system action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Healthcare workers who wear artificial fingernails have no greater risk of transmitting infectious diseases as long as they perform adequate hand washing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Describe the difference between cell-mediated and humoral immunity.

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Humoral immunity creates speci...

Question 13

What should be done if the eyes are exposed to potentially infectious bodily fluids?

Accepted Answer

A)   Administer antibiotic drops to the eyes as quickly as possible.
B)   Flush the eyes with warm water as soon as possible.
C)   Have the physician examine the eyes for potential infection.D) All of the above
E) A) and B)

Question 14

A(n) __________ is an infection that is acquired in a healthcare setting and is often caused by failure to follow Standard Precautions in the facility.

Accepted Answer

nosocomial infection...

Question 15

Which of the following substances protects nearby cells from viral invasion?

Accepted Answer

A)   Antiviral protein
B)   Interferon
C)   Intracellular parasites
D)   Viral proteinsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

A(n) __________ is an insect or tick that transmits the causative organisms of a disease.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

An antiseptic is used to cleanse the patient's skin before a surgical procedure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

If the eyes come in contact with body fluids, continuously flush the eyes with water as soon as possible for a minimum of 5 minutes using an eye wash unit.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

In the normal state, which of the following are free of all living microorganisms?

Accepted Answer

A)   Skin
B)   Mouth
C)   Internal body organs
D)   Medical equipmentE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

A(n) __________ agent is a medication that relieves a patient's symptoms but does not cure a disease.

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palliative
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Exam 20: Infection Control

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What should be done if the eyes are exposed to potentially infectious bodily fluids?

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If the eyes come in contact with body fluids, continuously flush the eyes with water as soon as possible for a minimum of 5 minutes using an eye wash unit.

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Healthcare workers who wear artificial fingernails have no greater risk of transmitting infectious diseases as long as they perform adequate hand washing.

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Spore structures protect viral cells from immune system action.

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What is considered the second link in the chain of infection?

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A(n) __________ agent is a medication that relieves a patient's symptoms but does not cure a disease.

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Which of the following substances protects nearby cells from viral invasion?

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A(n) __________ is an infection that is acquired in a healthcare setting and is often caused by failure to follow Standard Precautions in the facility.

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The process used to wash and remove blood and tissue from medical instruments is called

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A(n) __________ is an insect or tick that transmits the causative organisms of a disease.

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Rosa is responsible for training a new employee in medical aseptic hand washing. Which of the following should Rosa emphasize?

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The most effective treatment for viral infections is palliative in nature.

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In the normal state, which of the following are free of all living microorganisms?

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Describe the difference between cell-mediated and humoral immunity.

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Most pathogenic microorganisms prefer a neutral pH for optimum growth.

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On the basis of your understanding of the chain of infection, what would be the most effective method of controlling the spread of conjunctivitis in a day care center?

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Interferon is a naturally occurring protein that helps protect cells from viral invasion.

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Any disease caused by the growth of pathogenic microorganisms in the body falls into the category of

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