Scheda di esercizi di Controllo delle infezioni e sicurezza del paziente con soluzioni

Under event-related sterility, how long is a sterile package considered sterile?

1. AForever, even if the outer wrapper gets wet
2. BFor exactly seven days after it was packed
3. CUntil it is opened, torn, wet or otherwise damaged
4. DUntil the end of the shift on which it was opened

A drug was prescribed by a provider and dispensed by a pharmacist. Who is accountable for checking it before giving it?

1. AOnly the prescriber
2. BOnly the pharmacist
3. CThe nurse manager on duty
4. DThe nurse who gives it

A chemical splashes into a nurse’s eye. How long should the eye be flushed with water at an eyewash station?

1. AFor at least 15 minutes
2. BFor about 30 seconds
3. COnly until the stinging stops
4. DFor about 2 minutes

A nurse has been fit-tested for an N95 respirator. What should the nurse do each time it is put on?

1. AWear a surgical mask underneath it
2. BPerform a user seal check
3. CArrange a new fit test
4. DMoisten the edges so it seals better

Which measure is part of the bundle for inserting a central venous catheter to prevent bloodstream infection?

1. ARoutine replacement of the catheter on a fixed schedule, such as every three days
2. BChoosing the femoral vein as the first site in adults
3. CChlorhexidine-alcohol skin antisepsis and maximal sterile barrier precautions
4. DGiving antibiotics to every patient before insertion

Mentre si prepara un campo sterile, l'infermiere si volta per rispondere a una domanda. Che cosa è corretto?

1. AIl campo è ancora sterile perché nel frattempo nessuno lo ha toccato
2. BBasta sostituire solo i materiali più vicini all'infermiere
3. CIl campo è considerato contaminato e va riallestito
4. DIl campo si può usare se viene poi coperto

A patient with dementia is often found at the exit doors trying to leave the unit. Which measure is most appropriate?

1. AGive a sedative each time the patient goes to the door
2. BUse an electronic wander alert, supervise closely and offer meaningful activity
3. CKeep the patient in a chair with a vest restraint
4. DLock the patient alone in a single room so that they cannot reach the exit doors

An 84-year-old resident with an indwelling catheter suddenly becomes confused but has no fever. What should the nurse consider?

1. AInfection can be ruled out because there is no fever
2. BAn infection may present as confusion in older adults, so assess further and report
3. CThe confusion is part of normal aging at this age and needs no further action
4. DA sedative is needed to keep the resident calm