Infection Control Quiz

What is the primary goal of Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) in healthcare settings?

• To increase antibiotic usage

• To prevent avoidable infections in patients, health workers, and visitors

• To reduce hospital admissions

• To promote the use of personal protective equipment only

Which of the following is NOT a function of the National Infection and Antibiotic Control Committee (NIACC)?

• Developing policies related to infection control

• Acting as a source of expertise on antibiotic usage

• Directly managing hospital-level infection control

• Reviewing issues related to antimicrobial resistance

How often does the National Infection and Antibiotic Control Committee (NIACC) typically meet?

• Weekly

• Monthly

• Quarterly

• At least once a year

Who chairs the National Infection and Antibiotic Control Committee (NIACC)?

• Minister of Health

• Director General of Health

• Head of Infectious Disease Service

• Senior Director of Pharmaceutical Services

What is the primary purpose of the State Infection and Antibiotic Control Committee (SIACC)?

• To coordinate national efforts in infection control

• To manage individual hospital infection control programs

• To coordinate state efforts in reducing healthcare-associated infections

• To develop new antibiotics

How often does the State Infection and Antibiotic Control Committee (SIACC) meet?

• Once a year

• Twice a year

• Monthly

• Weekly

Which of the following is NOT typically included in the agenda of a SIACC meeting?

• Report on Healthcare Associated Infection Surveillance

• Report on Antibiotic Utilization Surveillance

• Report on hospital food quality

• Report on Sharp Injuries among Healthcare Workers

What is the main function of the Hospital Infection and Antibiotic Control Committee (HIACC)?

• To develop national infection control policies

• To coordinate hospital activities in prevention and control of healthcare-associated infections

• To manage state-level antibiotic resistance programs

• To conduct research on new antibiotics

Who typically chairs the Hospital Infection and Antibiotic Control Committee (HIACC)?

• Hospital Director

• Chief Nurse

• Infectious Disease Physician

• Clinical Microbiologist

What is the recommended ratio of Infection Control Nurses (ICN) to hospital beds according to MOH norms?

• 1:50

• 1:100

• 1:110

• 1:200