Infection Control Quiz

What should you do before donning and after removing gloves according to standard precautions?

• Use hand sanitizer

• Wash hands

• Apply lotion

• Use a disinfectant wipe

Why is it important to ensure gloves are nitrile or vinyl and not latex?

• Latex is more expensive

• Latex can cause allergic reactions

• Nitrile and vinyl are more durable

• Latex is not waterproof

What should be done if gloves have holes or rips before performing procedures?

• Use them anyway

• Patch them with tape

• Check and replace them

• Double glove

What is the recommended eye protection when aliquoting blood specimens?

• Sunglasses

• Safety goggles or glasses

• Contact lenses

• Regular eyeglasses

What is the primary reason for wearing a mask when interacting with patients who have infections?

• To look professional

• To prevent the spread of infection

• To avoid bad smells

• To keep warm

How should a mask fit when worn to prevent the spread of infection?

• Loosely around the neck

• Tightly around the nose and mouth

• Only covering the mouth

• Only covering the nose

What should be done with a gown after interacting with a potentially infected patient?

• Hang it in the room

• Fold it and reuse it

• Remove it by touching only the clean side

• Throw it away immediately

When might shoe and head covers be necessary?

• When working with extremely communicable infections

• When working in a cold environment

• When working with non-communicable diseases

• When working with healthy patients