Safety in Health Science

Which of the following is the primary purpose of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in a healthcare setting?

• To enhance the appearance of healthcare workers

• To protect healthcare workers from exposure to infectious agents

• To comply with hospital dress codes

• To increase patient comfort

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Which of the following is an example of an infection control measure?

• Wearing a name badge

• Hand hygiene practices

• Using a stethoscope

• Completing patient charts

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What is the first step in an emergency response protocol when encountering a patient who has collapsed?

• Call for help

• Start CPR immediately

• Check for a pulse

• Administer medication

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Which of the following is a safe practice when handling hazardous materials in a healthcare setting?

• Disposing of hazardous materials in regular trash bins

• Labeling hazardous materials clearly

• Storing hazardous materials in patient rooms

• Mixing hazardous materials with non-hazardous ones

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What is a key component of patient safety practices?

• Ensuring patient identification before administering medication

• Allowing unrestricted visitor access

• Using outdated medical equipment

• Ignoring patient feedback

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Which of the following is an example of good workplace ergonomics for healthcare workers?

• Lifting heavy objects without assistance

• Using adjustable chairs and desks

• Standing for long periods without breaks

• Ignoring posture while working

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What type of fire extinguisher should be used for electrical fires?

• Water-based extinguisher

• Foam extinguisher

• Carbon dioxide extinguisher

• Wet chemical extinguisher

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Which of the following PPE is essential when dealing with airborne infections?

• Surgical mask

• N95 respirator

• Face shield

• Gloves

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What is the correct sequence for donning PPE?

• Gloves, gown, mask, goggles

• Gown, mask, goggles, gloves

• Mask, gloves, gown, goggles

• Goggles, mask, gown, gloves

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Which of the following is a critical step in infection control when performing a medical procedure?

• Wearing casual clothing

• Sterilizing all instruments

• Using non-sterile gloves

• Skipping hand hygiene

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