Infection control & patient safety worksheet with answers

Which foods are commonly linked to cross-reactions in people with a latex allergy?

1. ARice, potatoes, oats and bread
2. BApples, carrots, lettuce and peas
3. CBanana, avocado, kiwi and chestnut
4. DMilk, eggs, wheat and peanuts

What is the main difference between an N95 respirator and a surgical mask?

1. AAn N95 is only worn by patients, and surgical masks only by staff
2. BAn N95 filters small airborne particles, while a surgical mask mainly blocks droplets
3. CThere is no real difference, so they can be swapped freely for any type of precautions
4. DA surgical mask filters smaller particles than an N95

A culture and sensitivity report says the organism is “sensitive” to an antibiotic. What does this mean?

1. AThe antibiotic is expected to stop the organism growing
2. BThe patient is allergic to the antibiotic and should not be given it
3. CThe organism causes an allergic reaction to the drug
4. DThe organism has become resistant to the antibiotic

An infant has had a cleft lip repair. Why are elbow restraints often used?

1. ATo prevent the infant from sucking a pacifier
2. BTo keep the infant from rolling over in the crib
3. CTo hold the IV line in place during feeds and stop it being pulled out
4. DTo stop the infant’s hands reaching the mouth while still allowing arm movement

Hair must be removed from a planned surgical site. Which method reduces the risk of surgical site infection?

1. AShaving with a razor just before the incision
2. BClipping with electric clippers just before surgery
3. CUsing wax strips on the morning of surgery
4. DShaving with a disposable razor the night before surgery

A patient has a very low platelet count. Which safety measure is appropriate?

1. AUse a soft toothbrush and an electric razor
2. BFloss hard each day to keep the gums healthy
3. CUse a firm toothbrush and a safety razor
4. DTake rectal temperatures for accuracy

A patient is prescribed hydralazine, but the pharmacy has sent hydroxyzine. What should the nurse do?

1. ANot give it, and contact the pharmacy to obtain the correct drug
2. BGive half the dose of hydroxyzine as a compromise
3. CGive it now and tell the prescriber afterwards
4. DGive it, because the two drug names are almost the same

During a procedure, a nurse sees that the team is about to start without a time-out. What should the nurse do?

1. AReport it to the manager at the end of the week
2. BSpeak up clearly and stop the start until the time-out is done
3. CSay nothing, because the surgeon is responsible for the procedure
4. DWait and raise the issue after the procedure is finished