Infection Control & Prevention Knowledge Self Assessment
Added 2024-12-12 23:12:00 +0000 UTCNote:
T/F = True/False
MC = Multiple Choice
Some questions may overlap in theme to ensure coverage and reinforce core concepts.
Answers are not provided, allowing you to research and verify, as well as use these as conversation tools.
Infection Control & Prevention (50 Questions)
(T/F) Infection control measures reduce the number of pathogens and thus lower the risk of infection.
(MC) The difference between cleaning and disinfecting is:
A. Cleaning removes dirt; disinfecting kills many pathogens
B. They mean the same thing
C. Disinfecting only removes visible dirt
D. Cleaning kills all pathogens(T/F) Hand hygiene before and after a scene is a cornerstone of infection prevention.
(MC) Which is the most effective hand hygiene method when hands are visibly soiled?
A. Alcohol-based hand rub
B. Handwashing with soap and water
C. Wiping with a dry towel
D. Using gloves only(T/F) Cross-contamination occurs when pathogens are transferred from a contaminated surface to a clean surface, tool, or person.
(MC) To prevent cross-contamination:
A. Touch sterile items with unwashed hands
B. Use barriers, practice hand hygiene, and avoid touching contaminated surfaces
C. Store clean and contaminated items together
D. Rely on intuition(T/F) Keeping a dedicated clean area for sterile instruments helps maintain infection control.
(MC) A good infection control routine includes:
A. Proper disposal of contaminated materials
B. Randomly mixing sterile and non-sterile tools
C. Only cleaning surfaces occasionally
D. Ignoring glove changes(T/F) Using personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and masks can help prevent infection.
(MC) A sterile field is compromised if:
A. You touch it with sterile gloves only
B. You accidentally drop a non-sterile item onto it
C. It remains covered and untouched
D. You disinfect it thoroughly first(T/F) Surfaces should be disinfected before setting up sterile instruments.
(MC) Between scenes, the best practice is to:
A. Reuse all items without cleaning
B. Clean and disinfect all surfaces and tools, replace disposables
C. Only wipe down the table if it looks dirty
D. Ignore routine maintenance(T/F) Alcohol-based hand rubs are effective on clean hands but less effective when hands are visibly soiled.
(MC) Infection control training should be:
A. Continuous and updated regularly
B. Done once, then never reviewed
C. Ignored if you “know it all”
D. Done only after an infection incident(T/F) Proper ventilation in the play area can help reduce environmental contaminants.
(MC) High-touch surfaces should be disinfected:
A. Once a month
B. Once every scene or more frequently if contaminated
C. Only if visibly soiled
D. Never, as they’re low risk(T/F) Single-use, disposable items reduce infection risk by eliminating reprocessing errors.
(MC) Barriers such as disposable drapes, pads, or gloves help by:
A. Reducing direct contact with potential pathogens
B. Serving no purpose other than aesthetics
C. Being optional and unnecessary
D. Replacing hand hygiene entirely(T/F) Proper labeling of chemical disinfectants ensures they are used correctly and safely.
(MC) Instructions for use on disinfectants should be:
A. Ignored because you know better
B. Followed for correct contact time and dilution
C. Used only if you have extra time
D. Guesswork based(T/F) Infection prevention protocols build trust between top and bottom.
(MC) Sharps play settings often require:
A. Similar infection control measures to minor medical procedures
B. Minimal hygiene measures
C. No PPE or sterilization
D. Random guesswork(T/F) Minimizing clutter in the work area can help maintain cleaner and safer conditions.
(MC) Before starting sharps play, you should:
A. Ensure all surfaces and tools are properly cleaned and disinfected
B. Start immediately without prep
C. Rely on previous cleaning sessions
D. Only disinfect after the scene(T/F) Wearing gloves does not replace the need for proper hand hygiene.
(MC) If you accidentally touch a sterile needle with your bare hand:
A. It remains sterile
B. It’s now contaminated and should be replaced
C. Wipe it on your shirt
D. Double-glove to fix it(T/F) A culture of safety includes encouraging everyone present to speak up if they notice a contamination risk.
(MC) To reduce the risk of infection, top and bottom should:
A. Discuss health issues and possibly postpone if either is ill
B. Ignore symptoms of illness
C. Use the same cloth for everything
D. Assume good health always(T/F) Drying after cleaning instruments is necessary before sterilization.
(MC) If a disinfectant requires a 10-minute contact time:
A. Wiping and immediately drying is enough
B. The surface should remain wet for the full 10 minutes
C. 30 seconds is always fine
D. Dilute it so it dries faster(T/F) Using disposable paper towels instead of shared cloth towels can reduce cross-contamination.
(MC) Proper respiratory etiquette (covering coughs, wearing masks) is:
A. Unnecessary in sharps play
B. Helpful if there’s a risk of droplets
C. Only for hospitals
D. Too cautious(T/F) Handwashing should last at least 20 seconds with soap and water.
(MC) A well-lit environment can aid infection control by:
A. Making contaminants easier to see
B. Having no impact
C. Increasing infection rates
D. Replacing cleaning measures(T/F) Cleaning should proceed from the least soiled to the most soiled areas.
(MC) An item that falls on the floor:
A. Remains sterile if it looks clean
B. Is considered contaminated and should be reprocessed
C. Can be blown off and reused
D. Safe if picked up quickly(T/F) Even if a surface looks clean, it can still harbor pathogens.
(MC) To ensure proper infection control:
A. Adhere to consistent protocols and checklists
B. Make it up as you go
C. Only clean after contamination is obvious
D. Skip regular maintenance(T/F) Body fluids other than blood (e.g., saliva) can carry pathogens, though often less risky.
(MC) Between multiple play scenes with different partners:
A. Disinfect surfaces and replace disposable items to minimize cross-partner contamination
B. Reuse everything if nobody complains
C. Wipe down only if someone insists
D. Don’t bother; pathogens don’t transfer that quickly(T/F) The use of separate, labeled containers for clean and used tools reduces confusion and infection risk.
(MC) If a disinfectant is expired:
A. It can be less effective
B. Still use it, no difference
C. More effective than new
D. Mix it with a new one(T/F) Consistency in following infection control measures is key to their effectiveness.
(MC) Pre-soaking instruments before cleaning helps by:
A. Loosening debris and making sterilization more effective
B. Adding more contamination
C. Wasting time
D. Removing the need for sterilization(T/F) Proper waste disposal (sharps and contaminated materials) is part of infection prevention.
(MC) Developing a routine checklist for set-up and teardown:
A. Helps ensure no step is missed
B. Is unnecessary
C. Slows you down too much
D. Makes the scene less enjoyable(T/F) Glove changes between different procedures or scenes help reduce cross-contamination.
(MC) To best learn infection control protocols:
A. Take formal training, read guidelines, and practice repeatedly
B. Guess based on intuition
C. Rely solely on internet rumors
D. Do nothing special(T/F) Post-scene cleanup is as important as pre-scene preparation in preventing future infections.
(MC) When in doubt about cleanliness:
A. Clean and disinfect again
B. Assume it’s clean
C. Ask no one
D. Proceed without caution
