CNA Chapter 5
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
