Infection control & patient safety worksheet with answers

In the chain of infection, which link is broken by hand hygiene?

1. AThe portal of exit only
2. BThe mode of transmission
3. CThe infectious agent’s reservoir only
4. DThe susceptible host only

What does sterilization achieve that disinfection does not?

1. AIt removes visible dirt and organic matter from surfaces
2. BIt destroys all microorganisms, including bacterial spores
3. CIt stops organisms from growing for one day only
4. DIt kills viruses but leaves all bacteria alive

When should a sharps container be replaced?

1. AOnly when sharps begin to stick out of the opening at the top
2. BOnly when it is completely full to the top
3. CWhen it reaches the fill line, about three-quarters full
4. DOnce a month, regardless of how full it is

Which practice is safe when transferring a patient from a bed to a stretcher?

1. ALeave the stretcher wheels unlocked so it can move with the patient
2. BLower the stretcher side rails during transport
3. CLock the wheels of both the bed and the stretcher before moving the patient
4. DHave the patient slide across without help or a slide sheet

An infusion pump’s drug library warns that the programmed dose is above the safe limit. What should the nurse do?

1. AOverride the alert, because pump alerts are often wrong
2. BRecheck the order, the calculation and the pump settings first
3. CSwitch off the drug library for this infusion
4. DContinue the infusion and recheck the pump at the end of the shift

A patient wants to use their own electric hair dryer in the hospital. What is correct?

1. AIt can be used straight away if it looks new
2. BIt can be plugged into an extension lead under the bed
3. CIt is checked for electrical safety according to hospital policy before use
4. DIt can be used in the bathroom near the sink if the patient is careful

A nurse teaches a patient who has had a splenectomy. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A“I will get medical help quickly if I get a high temperature.”
2. B“I will tell all of my health care providers that I have no spleen.”
3. C“I will keep my vaccinations up to date.”
4. D“Now that my spleen is out, a fever is nothing to worry about.”

A nurse teaches new parents about safe infant sleep. Which statement shows a need for further teaching?

1. A“We will put a soft bumper pad and a blanket in the crib so the baby is cozy.”
2. B“We will not smoke near the baby.”
3. C“We will lay the baby on the back for every sleep, including naps.”
4. D“We will keep the crib in our room, next to our bed, for the first months.”