CNA Chapter 5

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what is true of hepatitis b?

HBV can be transmitted through blood or needles that are contaminated with the virus

[T or F] it is ok to use your hands to pick up large pieces of broken glass and use a broom and dustpan for smaller pieces

false

[T or F] nutrition and fluid intake play no part in helping prevent infection

false

[T or F] once VRE is established it is relatively easy to get rid of it

false

[T or F] place a disinfectant directly on the spilled fluid before absorbing and removing the fluid

false

[T or F] redness and swelling are common symptoms of a systemic infection

false

[T or F] standard precautions relate to all body fluids except saliva

false

[T or F] syringes should be recapped after use

false

[T or F] the elderly are less likely than younger people to have healthcare associated infections

false

[T or F] waste containing blood or body fluids should be disposed of in the trash can in the cafeteria

false

[T or F] when cleaning a urinal you do not need to wear gloves

false

[T or F] you can usually tell if someone is infectious by looking at him

false

[T or F] you do not need to wear gloves to clean up a small spill

false

______ provide protection for your eyes

goggles

a mask, gloves, goggles, and ______ are all examples of PPE

gowns

the CDC defines hand hygiene as

hand washing with soap and water and using alcohol based hand rubs

the occupational safety and health administration is a federal government agency that protects workers from

hazards on the job

when a resident is in isolation

he or she has the same basic human needs

the blood borne pathogens standard is a law that requires that

healthcare employers must have a written exposure control plan designed to eliminate or reduce employee exposure to infectious material

your employer must offer a free vaccine to protect you from

hepatitis B

transmission based precautions are used

in addition to standard precautions

alcohol based hand rubs are used

in addition to washing with soap and water

dirty

in healthcare objects that have been contaminated with pathogens

clean

in healthcare objects that have not been contaminated with pathogens

blood borne diseases can be transmitted by

infected blood entering your bloodstream

healthcare associated infection

infections that patients acquire within healthcare settings that result from treatment for other conditions

how does the human immunodeficiency virus affect the body?

it weakens the immune system so that the body cannot fight infection

a ______ should be worn when caring for residents with respiratory illnesses

mask

infection control

measures practiced in healthcare facilities to prevent and control the spread of disease

handle equipment to avoid skin or ______ membrane contact

mucous

if there is a chance you could come into contact with ______ membranes or open wounds you should wear ______

mucous gloves

what does OSHA consider significant exposures?

needle sticks

infection

occurs when pathogens invade the body and multiply

standard precautions should be practiced

on every single person in your care

disposable

only to be used once and then discarded

bag soiled linen at the point of ______

origin

the ______ ______ ______ is an opening on an infected person that lets the pathogens enter

portal of entry

an opening on an infected person that lets pathogens leave is a ______ ______ ______

portal of exit

a ______ is a place where a pathogen lives and grows

reservoir

prevent transfer of disease to other residents and areas by not ______ linen or clothes; fold or roll linen so that the dirtiest area is ______

shaking inside

clean and disinfect all frequently touched ______ such as call lights

surfaces

a ______ host is an uninfected person who could get sick

susceptible

medical asepsis

the process of removing pathogens, or the state of being free of pathogens

surgical asepsis

the state of being free from all microorganisms not just pathogens

what is true of transmission based or isolation precautions?

they are practiced in addition to standard precautions

why is it a bad idea to wear artificial nails to work?

they harbor bacteria and increase risk of contamination

microorganisms or microbes

tiny living thing that cannot be seen with out a microscope

why is it important for employees to report any potential exposures immediately?

to protect the employees health and the health of others

pathogens travel from one person to another through a mode of ______

transportation

[T or F] MRS is almost always spread by direct physical contact

true

[T or F] MRSA can be spread through indirect contact by touching contaminated objects

true

[T or F] NAs play an important role in protecting elderly residents from infection

true

[T or F] VRE causes life threatening infections in people with compromised immune systems

true

[T or F] an absorbing powder may be used to absorb the spill before removing it

true

[T or F] fever, chills, and mental confusion are symptoms of systemic infection

true

[T or F] giving mouth care will require you to wear gloves

true

[T or F] it is a good idea to wear a mask and protective goggles if you are emptying a bedpan

true

[T or F] it is normal for a persons immune system to grow weaker as he or she ages

true

[T or F] limited mobility increases the risk of pressure sores among the elderly

true

[T or F] proper hand washing and handling of contaminated wastes can help prevent clostridium difficile

true

[T or F] standard precautions mean treating all blood, body fluids, non intact skin, and mucous membranes as if they were infected with an infectious disease

true

[T or F] the center for disease control and prevention is a government agency that issues information to protect the health of individuals and communities

true

[T or F] the elderly have a higher risk for infection than younger people

true

[T or F] you can help prevent the spread of VRE by washing your hands often

true

[T or F] you should wash your hands before putting on gloves

true

standard precautions include what measures

wearing gloves if there is a possibility you will come into contact with blood, body fluids, mucous membranes, or broken skin

place ______ linen in leak proof bags

wet

TB disease is more likely to develop in people

whose immune systems are weakened

how long should you use friction when lathering and washing your hands?

20 seconds

which of the following is true of wearing PPE while caring for residents in isolation?

NAs should remove PPE before exiting a residents room

according to OSHA employers must give all employees, residents, and visitors ______ to use when needed

PPE

pathogen

a harmful microorganism

sterilization

a measure that destroys all microorganisms, including pathogens

disinfection

a process that kills pathogens, but not all microorganisms

tuberculosis is

an airborne disease

localized infection

an infection that is confined to a specific location in the body

systemic infection

an infection that is in the bloodstream and is spread throughout the body

tuberculosis may be transmitted

by coughing

a person with active TB

can infect others

someone with latent TB

cannot infect others

a ______ ______ is a pathogen or microorganism that causes disease

causative agent

______ and reprocess reusable equipment properly before using again and ______ of single use or disposable equipment properly

clean dispose

in health care the most common way to get a blood borne disease is by

contact with infected blood or certain body fluids

avoid ______ of your clothing and hold linen and clothing ______ from your uniform

contamination away

dedicated equipment refers to

equipment that is only used by one resident

you will come in contact with microorganisms

every time you touch something

one major factor in the spread of TB is

failure to take all the medication prescribed

[T or F] blood circulation is increased as a person ages

false

[T or F] hand washing will not help control the spread of MRSA

false

[T or F] increasing the use of antibiotics helps lower the risk of developing C. difficile diarrhea

false

[T or F] infections are less dangerous in the elderly than in younger people

false


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