Question 1

Spore structures protect viral cells from immune system action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

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 3

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

Accepted Answer

A)   hereditary.
B)   autoimmune.
C)   communicable.
D)   infectious.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 4

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 5

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

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) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Most pathogenic microorganisms prefer a neutral pH for optimum growth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A)   Antiviral protein
B)   Interferon
C)   Intracellular parasites
D)   Viral proteinsE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 10

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) All of the above

Question 11

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) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 12

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 C)

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A)   asepsis.
B)   disinfection.
C)   sanitization.
D)   sterilization.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

vector
Vectors are l...

Question 16

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 D)
F) All of the above

Question 17

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 18

The safest method to achieve adequate sanitization is to

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Describe the difference between cell-mediated and humoral immunity.

Accepted Answer

Humoral immunity creates speci...

Exam 20: Infection Control

The safest method to achieve adequate sanitization is to

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

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Most pathogenic microorganisms prefer a neutral pH for optimum growth.

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

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

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Spore structures protect viral cells from immune system action.

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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 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 most effective treatment for viral infections is palliative in nature.

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

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

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

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

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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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Describe the difference between cell-mediated and humoral immunity.

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

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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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