Transmissible Infection Prevention

What are the 3 principal elements of an infection? ( Pick 3)

• A source or reservoir

• A pea tree dish

• A susceptible host

• A method of transmission

• A bat from Wuhan

Bacteria, viruses and other microbes is an example of a?

• Susceptible Host

• Method of Transmission

• Reservoir

• Source

Individuals who have a compromised immune system, have not been vaccinated, or have not been exposed and produced antibodies is a ___?

• Reservoir

• Susceptible Host

• Pathogen

• Transmissible microbe

Which is NOT a portal of entry for microbes, bacteria, and viruses. (Select all that apply)

• Intact skin

• Central Lines

• Hair

• Mucous Membranes

• Non- intact Skin

____ ____ is one of the most effective ways to control infections and prevent disease transmission.

What are some components of "Standard Precautions" in infection control? (Pick 2)

• PPE

• Check medication expiration

• Hand Hygiene

• Wear a mask only when you feel sick

What is an example of a microorganism being transmitted via indirect contact?

• Physical contact between and infected person and a susceptible person

• Sexual contact

• Touching the surface of a computer keyboard in an isolation room

• Making out

All patients that require droplet precautions should be placed ___ ft or more away from other patients.

• 3

• 4

• 12

• 6

Of the following, which is an instance when a surgical mask would NOT be worn according to droplet precuations?

• By healthcare providers during an aerosol- generating procedure

• By healthcare providers when providing care the the infected patient

• By the patent during transport

• All of the above

What are some common healthcare acquired infections? (select all that apply)

• CAUTI

• CLABSI

• SSI

• VAP

• All of the above