Nursing Competency Questions
Which of the following actions by the nurse is the MOST effective means of preventing infection? A. Washing hands after client contact B. Hand hygiene before and after client care (ex. Trach change) C. Washing hands after removing gloves D. Using hand sanitizer when hands are visibly soiled
B. Hand hygiene before and after client care
The nurse has just administered insulin to a diabetic client. In which of the following ways should the nurse dispose of the needle? A. Recap the needle and discard it at the nearest puncture resistant container B. Recap the needle and discard it at the nearest biohazard container C. Discard the needle in the nearest puncture resistant container D. Break the needle and discard it in the nearest puncture resistant container
C. Discard the needle in the nearest puncture resistant container
The nurse is developing a care plan for a client with hepatitis C. What is the primary route of transmission of this virus? A. Contaminated food B. Sputum C. Feces D. Blood
D. Blood
Two nurses are preparing to lift a client up in bed. Which of the following should the nurses do to help avoid injuring their backs? A. Bend from the waist B. Lift with their back and not their legs C. Lower the head of the bed about 30 degrees if the patient can tolerate it D. Make certain the bed is at a reasonably high position
D. Make certain the bed is at a reasonably high position
It is not necessary to wash your hands if you wear gloves while performing patient care. True or False
False
Oxygen is not flammable so it is ok for my patient to be near an open flame as long as they have a nasal cannula. True or False
False
HIPAA stands for the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act. True or False
False - Health INSURANCE Prtability and Accountability Act.
All patient falls should be documented and reported. True or False
True
Cavi wipes (medical grade) are not to be used to clean a child or anything that may be placed inside a child's mouth. True or False
True
Hazards in the home may include rugs, extension cords, and clutter in the walkway. True or False
True
I am potentially exposed to airborne and blood borne pathogens in patient care. True or False
True
Neglect means failing to give proper attention to care which would include falling asleep during a shift. True or False
True
Neglect means failing to give proper attention to care; including inattention due to sleeping during a shift. True or False
True
Personal protective equipment (PPE), standard precautions and sharps safety are three (3) ways to reduce the risk of bloodborne pathogens. True or False
True
Physical abuse means physical force that results in bodily harm. True or False
True
The incidence of HBV and HCV can be prevented when giving injections by using clean techniques to prepare and administer medications. True or False
True
The risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens is always possible when blood and/or body fluids are present. True or False
True
Treating all body fluids as infected is known as standard precautions. True or False
True
HIPAA includes rules to make electronic transmissions more efficient. True or False
True - To improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the health care system, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Public Law 104-191, included Administrative Simplification provisions that required HHS to adopt national standards for electronic health care transactions and code sets, unique health identifiers, and security.
if you are exposed to blood or body fluids: TIE: Take the source of exposure to the nearest laboratory. Initial the specimen that is the source of exposure. Eliminate any remaining sources of exposure. LOSE: Leave the patient immediately and go to the nearest hospital. Offer the patient a ride to the hospital for HIV testing. Schedule a follow-up visit for the patient because you have to leave immediately. Eat a well balanced meal because you will need to build up your immune system. WIN: Wash the exposed are with soap and water. Identify the source of exposure. Notify your supervisor immediately.
WIN: Wash the exposed are with soap and water. Identify the source of exposure. Notify your supervisor immediately.