Infection Control In-service

Prior to completing this in-service quiz you may view the handout on Infection Control by clicking on the following link.

1.Bloodborne pathogens:

Are germs or micro-organisms present in the blood or blood products

Can cause disease in humans

Could be present on used needles

All of the Above

None of the above

2.You should assume that blood and other body fluids are potentially infectious and follow infection control precautions.

True

False

3.Which personal protective equipment would you use while performing routine personal care?

Mask

Gown

Gloves

Gloves and Mask

4.Which protective equipment would you use to protect your clothing?

Mask

Gown

Gloves

Goggles

5.Signs and symptoms of an infection include:

A rise in temperature more than 100 degrees for more than 48 hours

Change in color or amount of sputum

Fever, chills, and sweating

All of the above

6.A germ is a tiny organism, which can be seen only under a microscope. Some germs are healthy and some cause illness. The germs which can cause illness may be found on:

Doorknobs, pens, pencils, computer keyboards

Tables in the dining room

Flush handle of the toilet and faucet handles in the bathroom

People’s hands

All of the above

7.All employees of MGH are required to have TB testing.

True

False

8.Tuberculosis (TB) is spread by tiny germs that can float in the air. TB can be transmitted to people nearby by all of the following actions except when a person?

Sings

Shouts

Claps

Sneezes

9.It is not necessary to wash hands after wearing gloves.

True

False

10.Which of the following is the proper procedure for hand hygiene using soap and water?

Wash for at least 15 seconds with liquid soap and water

Use only bar soap

Never use friction when washing your hands

Cloth towels are the best choice for drying your hands