Clinical 1 exam review

Sterilization strips should be positioned:

In the center of the wrapped pack

What term is used to describe a microorganism that produces disease?

Pathogen

What should be used when cleaning the surface of an instrument?

a neutral or near-neutral pH detergent solution

What term is used to describe practices that help to keep an object or area clean and free from infection?

asepsis

The transfer of heat from one object to another is known as:

conduction

A rectal thermometer must be lubricated before insertion to prevent:

irritation of the rectal mucosa

A vague sense of body discomfort, weakness, and fatigue is known as:

malaise

What term is used to describe a microorganism that does NOT produce disease?

non-pathogenic

What may remain on an object that is medically aseptic?

non-pathogenic microorganisms

Most of the heat produced in the body is through:

voluntary muscle contractions

Which of the following symptoms is experienced by a patient when his or her temperature begins to rise? A. Coldness and chills B. Perspiration C. Bradycardia D. Hyperventilation E. All are correct

A. Coldness and chills

The rectal site should not be used to take the temperature of: A. a newborn. B. an unconscious patient. C. an infant. D. a mouth-breathing patient.

A. a newborn.

The axilla is recommended as the preferred site for taking the temperature of: A. an infant. B. a preschooler. C. an adult. D. an uncooperative patient.

B. a preschooler.

The purpose of wrapping articles before they are sterilized in the autoclave is to: A. permit better steam penetration during autoclaving. B. protect the articles from recontamination after autoclaving. C. ensure complete destruction of all pathogens. D. protect the articles from damage. E. all are correct.

B. protect the articles from recontamination after autoclaving.

The purpose of measuring pulse includes all of the following except: A. to assess pulse rate after special procedures that affect heart functioning. B. to determine if the patient is developing hypertension. C. to assess pulse rate after the administration of medications that affect heart functioning. D. to establish the patient's baseline pulse rate.

B. to determine if the patient is developing hypertension.

Which of the following is NOT considered an OPIM? A. Any body fluid visibly contaminated with blood B. Vaginal secretions C. Tears and sweat D. Semen

C. Tears and sweat

Which of the following does NOT tend to increase body temperature? A. Crying B. Vigorous physical exercise C. Pregnancy D. Cold weather

D. Cold weather