MODULE 6

Question 1

What is the minimum time required to scrub hands during handwashing?
A. 10 seconds
B. 20 seconds
C. 30 seconds
D. 60 seconds

Answer 1

b

Question 2

What is the correct order to remove PPE?
A. Gloves, goggles, gown, mask
B. Mask, gown, goggles, gloves
C. Gown, mask, gloves, goggles
D. Goggles, gown, mask, gloves

Answer 2

a

Question 3

Which OSHA standard applies to bloodborne pathogens?
A. 1910.1200
B. 1910.1030
C. 1926.501
D. 1910.134

Answer 3

b

Question 4

Which method is most effective for sterilizing surgical instruments?
A. Bleach
B. Boiling water
C. Autoclaving
D. Alcohol

Answer 4

c

Question 5

Gloves and gown are required when caring for a patient on which precautions?
A. Standard
B. Droplet
C. Contact
D. Airborne

Answer 5

c

Question 6

What is the reservoir in the chain of infection?
A. Way the pathogen escapes
B. Person or object that carries the pathogen
C. Way the pathogen spreads
D. Way the pathogen enters a new host

Answer 6

b

Question 7

Which of the following requires soap and water over hand sanitizer?
A. After touching medical equipment
B. After removing gloves
C. When hands are visibly dirty
D. Before putting on gloves

Answer 7

c

Question 8

What level of disinfection is required for a blood pressure cuff?
A. Sterilization
B. High-level disinfection
C. Low-level disinfection
D. No disinfection

Answer 8

c

Question 9

Used needles should be disposed of in:
A. Regular trash
B. Red biohazard bag
C. Sharps container
D. Biohazard box

Answer 9

c

Question 10

What should you do immediately after removing gloves?
A. Use hand sanitizer
B. Wash hands
C. Put on new gloves
D. Call the supervisor

Answer 10

b

Question 11

What is MRSA caused by?
A. Fungus
B. Virus
C. Bacteria
D. Parasite

Answer 11

c

Question 12

All of the following are considered potentially infectious body fluids EXCEPT:
A. Blood
B. Saliva
C. Sweat
D. Cerebrospinal fluid

Answer 12

c

Question 13

Which PPE is required for droplet precautions?
A. N95 respirator
B. Surgical mask
C. Face shield only
D. Gown only

Answer 13

b

Question 14

What is the most effective way to break the chain of infection?
A. Wearing gloves
B. Disinfecting surfaces
C. Handwashing
D. Using PPE

Answer 14

c

Question 15

What should you do if you get a needlestick injury?
A. Wash area and ignore it
B. Report to supervisor and complete incident report
C. Keep working
D. Try to squeeze out blood

Answer 15

b

Question 16

How long should surfaces remain wet when using disinfectant wipes?
A. 5 seconds
B. 30 seconds
C. 1 minute
D. According to manufacturer instructions

Answer 16

d

Question 17

Which of the following is required by OSHA for all healthcare workers?
A. CPR training
B. HIPAA certification
C. Bloodborne pathogens training
D. Sterile technique training

Answer 17

c

Question 18

A red bag with a biohazard symbol is used for:
A. Clean gloves
B. Food waste
C. Contaminated dressings
D. Linens

Answer 18

c

Question 19

What is the first step in the event of a fire?
A. Call 911
B. Extinguish the fire
C. Rescue those in immediate danger
D. Pull the fire alarm

Answer 19

c

Question 20

What is the first step in cleaning a reusable instrument?
A. Place in disinfectant
B. Rinse with water
C. Scrub with brush
D. Wear gloves

Answer 20

d

Question 21

Which link in the chain of infection involves the way the pathogen escapes from the reservoir?
A. Mode of transmission
B. Portal of exit
C. Portal of entry
D. Susceptible host

Answer 21

b

Question 22

Which of the following is an example of a fomite?
A. Tick
B. Mosquito
C. Contaminated doorknob
D. Sneezing person

Answer 22

c

Question 23

Which PPE should be worn when assisting with a wound irrigation?
A. Gloves only
B. Gloves and gown
C. Gloves, gown, face shield
D. Mask only

Answer 23

c

Question 24

Sanitization is defined as:
A. Killing all microorganisms
B. Using bleach to clean equipment
C. Reducing the number of microorganisms
D. Disinfecting instruments

Answer 24

c

Question 25

What does the “R” in RACE stand for in fire response? A. Rescue B. Run C. Remove equipment D. Radiate

Answer 25

a

Question 26

Which of the following is a biological hazard? A. Wet floor B. Radiation C. Contaminated sharps D. Broken glass

Answer 26

c

Question 27

Hepatitis B can be transmitted by: A. Airborne particles B. Contact with infected blood C. Touching a contaminated doorknob D. Sharing utensils

Answer 27

b

Question 28

Standard precautions apply to: A. Only patients with known infections B. Only blood C. All body fluids, non-intact skin, and mucous membranes D. Gloves only

Answer 28

c

Question 29

How should you dispose of a used urine specimen cup? A. Red biohazard bag B. Sharps container C. Regular trash D. Biohazard waste

Answer 29

d

Question 30

Which of the following should be cleaned and disinfected between patients? A. Patient charts B. Door handles C. Exam tables D. Waiting room chairs

Answer 30

c

Question 31

The purpose of wearing gloves is to: A. Keep hands warm B. Prevent sweating C. Protect against infection D. Increase dexterity

Answer 31

c

Question 32

The Exposure Control Plan must be updated: A. Every 6 months B. Every year C. Only when an exposure occurs D. Every 5 years

Answer 32

b

Question 34

Which color bag is used for regular trash? A. Red B. Yellow C. Black or clear D. Blue

Answer 34

c

Question 35

Healthcare workers should receive which vaccine to reduce risk of bloodborne infection? A. Hepatitis A B. Hepatitis B C. MMR D. Influenza

Answer 35

b

Question 36

Which of the following is a physical hazard? A. Bacteria B. Blood C. Loud noise D. Chemotherapy drug

Answer 36

c

Question 37

After a needlestick, the first action should be to: A. Apply a bandage B. Clean wound with soap and water C. Report to OSHA D. Hide the incident

Answer 37

b

Question 38

nstruments used for minor surgical procedures must be: A. Sanitized B. Disinfected C. Sterilized D. Stored

Answer 38

c

Question 39

A susceptible host can be: A. Healthy athlete B. Vaccinated person C. Elderly patient D. Healthcare provider

Answer 39

c

Question 40

The goal of medical asepsis is to: A. Sterilize all tools B. Remove all pathogens C. Reduce the number of pathogens D. Prevent wounds

Answer 40

c

Question 41

Which PPE is required when there is a risk of splashing blood? A. Gloves only B. Gloves and gown C. Face shield D. Gloves, gown, and face shield

Answer 41

d

Question 42

What does SDS stand for? A. Safety Device System B. Standard Disposal Sheet C. Safety Data Sheet D. Sterile Disinfection Standard

Answer 42

c

Question 43

Which federal agency regulates safety in the workplace? A. FDA B. CDC C. OSHA D. DEA

Answer 43

c

Question 44

The “A” in PASS (fire extinguisher use) stands for: A. Aim B. Alert C. Activate D. Assist

Answer 44

a

Question 45

When lifting a heavy object, you should: A. Keep your legs straight B. Bend at the waist C. Lift with your legs D. Twist your back

Answer 45

c

Question 46

Which disease requires an N95 respirator? A. Influenza B. TB C. MRSA D. Hepatitis B

Answer 46

b

Question 47

Which of the following is a vector for disease? A. Needle B. Air C. Mosquito D. Hands

Answer 47

c

Question 48

You see a spill on the floor. What should you do first? A. Clean it B. Report it C. Ignore it D. Mark the area with a caution sign

Answer 48

d

Question 49

Who must provide follow-up testing after a workplace exposure? A. Local health department B. The exposed employee C. The employer D. The patient

Answer 49

c

Question 50

How are bloodborne pathogens primarily transmitted? A. Through food B. Air droplets C. Needlestick injuries D. Hand contact

Answer 50

c