Trivium Safety and Infection Control 2

Question 1

A nurse aide is caring for a resident with Clostridioides difficile (C. diff). Which type of precaution is required?

Accepted Answer

Contact precautions

Answer

Droplet precautions

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Airborne precautions

Answer

Standard precautions only

Question 2

When removing PPE after contact with an infected resident, what should be removed FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Gloves

Answer

Mask

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Gown

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Goggles

Question 3

A resident is found on the floor. After ensuring the scene is safe, what is the FIRST action the nurse aide should take?

Accepted Answer

Check the resident for injuries

Answer

Help the resident back into bed

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Call for the nurse immediately

Answer

Document the incident

Question 4

Which hand hygiene method is most effective against C. diff spores?

Accepted Answer

Soap and water for at least 20 seconds

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Alcohol-based hand rub for 20 seconds

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Antiseptic hand gel

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Dry hand sanitizer wipes

Question 5

A fire breaks out in a long-term care facility. The RACE acronym guides staff response. What does the 'C' in RACE stand for?

Accepted Answer

Contain the fire

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Call 911

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Clear the area

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Control the flames

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of a biological hazard in a healthcare setting?

Accepted Answer

Bloodborne pathogens

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A wet floor

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A broken wheelchair

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Loud equipment noise

Question 7

When should a nurse aide use a gown while providing care?

Accepted Answer

When contact with blood or body fluids is anticipated

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When feeding a resident

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During all resident interactions

Answer

Only when the resident has a known infection