CCMA - Infection Control

Which of the following are examples of other potentially infectious material (OPIM)? Body fluids Non-intact skin Mucous membrane All options are correct

All options are correct

Which of the following is a true statement in regard to infection control? All body fluids from any patient should be considered as infectious. Personal protective equipment should be provided by the healthcare facility for employee use. Written infection prevention policies and procedures should be available to all staff. All options are correct

All options are correct

Which of the following is used to reduce the number of microorganisms on the skin by destroying pathogens?

Aseptic handwashing

Which of the following is true why sharp instruments should be separated from other instruments when sanitizing? To save for last because they take time to clean. To prevent instrument from rubbing together and becoming dull. To protect the healthcare worker from being injured by a sharp blade or edge. B and C are both correct. All options are correct.

B and C are both correct.

True or False. A respirator can be used at any time.

False

Which of the following is a true statement?

Heavy duty utility gloves should be worn over disposable gloves to minimize the risk of sharps or chemical exposure to the skin.

Which of the following is the practice that directly affect the health of the patient, provider, and staff?

Infection control

Which of the following provides information on the hazards and actions necessary when working with specific chemicals?

Safety Data Sheets

Which of the following does not describe sanitization?

Sanitization is the complete destruction of all microorganisms through specific method.

Which of the following are examples of personal protective equipment?

Shoe covers, face shield, and gown

Which of the following is a set of infection control practices used to prevent transmission of diseases that can be acquired by contact with blood, body fluids, non-intact skin and mucous membranes?

Standard Precautions

Which of the following terms describe the complete destruction of all microorganisms through specific means?

Sterilization

Which of the following best describes instrument sterilization?

The complete destruction of all microorganisms through specific methods

Which of the following statements BEST apply to sterilization?

The sterilization process can destroy spores.

Which of the following best describes the purpose of sanitizing instruments?

To remove debris from instruments in preparation for disinfection and sterilization

Which of the following describes instrument sanitization?

To remove debris from instruments in preparation for disinfection and sterilization

Which of the following are used to create barriers that protect skin, clothing, mucous membranes, and the respiratory tract from infectious agents?

PPE

Which of the following is the best reason for using warm water for handwashing?

Prevents from skin chapping and cracking

Which of the following is not applicable to instrument sanitization?

Wrapping materials

Which of the following personal protective equipment is the BEST option for a healthcare worker to wear if he/she wears a prescription eyeglasses?

face shield