Infection control & patient safety worksheet with answers

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

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

What is a “just culture” in patient safety?

1. AErrors are reported openly and systems fixed; reckless acts are still addressed
2. BOnly doctors report errors, and nurses inform them
3. CEvery error leads to formal punishment of the person involved
4. DErrors are never discussed, in order to protect staff morale

In the United States classification, which class of fire extinguisher is used for an electrical fire?

1. AClass C
2. BClass K
3. CClass B
4. DClass A

A patient on nasal cannula oxygen has dry lips. Which product should the nurse offer?

1. APetroleum jelly
2. BAn oil-based lip balm
3. CA water-based lip lubricant
4. DA scented petroleum ointment

Before accessing a central venous catheter hub, what should the nurse do?

1. ABlow on the hub gently to remove dust
2. BWipe it quickly with a dry sterile gauze
3. CNothing, because the hub is protected under a sterile cap
4. DScrub the hub with an antiseptic and let it dry

When is it appropriate to use the override function on an automated dispensing cabinet to take a drug before pharmacist review?

1. AWhenever the nurse is sure of the dose
2. BAt the start of each shift to save time later
3. COnly in an urgent situation where delay would harm the patient, per policy
4. DWhenever the pharmacist is slow to review new orders and the patient is waiting

A nurse sees a doctor about to insert a central line without a sterile gown, and a polite comment was ignored. Which TeamSTEPPS phrase helps to stop the procedure?

1. A“I am concerned, I am uncomfortable, this is a safety issue.”
2. B“I will mention this to the manager at the next staff meeting.”
3. C“Let’s talk about it after you have finished.”
4. D“I am sure you know what you are doing.”

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

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