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Infection Control and Daily Living Quiz

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Question 1

What would be indicative of a Stage 3 Pressure Sore?

	An area that is red and usually over a bony prominence.
	An area where pressure has caused a loss of so much skin and tissue that the muscle or bone is visible.
	A sore that extends past the dermis and the subcutaneous layer (Fatty tissue) is Visible.
	A sore that has worn away the epidermis of the skin, leaving a small pink sore.

Question 1 Explanation:

A stage three sore is a sore that extends down to the fatty tissue of the patient.

Question 2

One of the best measures a CNA can take to prevent skin irritation of a patient is:

	Cleanse the patients skin of Urine and Feces.
	Use Baking soda regularly on the patients skin.
	Keep the patient's limbs away from his or her body.
	Turn the Patient every 10 minutes.

Question 2 Explanation:

Cleansing the patient of Urine and Feces stops skin from being damaged. Urine and Feces are acidic, and can rapidly cause damage to a patients skin if not cleaned.

Question 3

What are the main types of nutrients our patient needs?

	Water
	Carbohydrates
	Protein
	Fats
	All of the Above

Question 3 Explanation:

All of these nutrients are extremely important to our patient's health.

Question 4

Why is it important for intake and output of fluids to be measured?

	If intake exceeds the patients output the the patient could be overloaded with fluid which could cause swelling.
	If output exceeds intake, the patient may be dehydrated.
	If intake exceeds output the patient may be dehydrated.
	If intake exceeds the patients output, this can cause constipation
	Both A and B are correct

Question 5

Proper hand washing procedure includes:

	Lathering hands for at least 5 minutes
	Rinse with cold water for 1 minute
	Use warm water and soap from the hands to the wrist
	Keep your elbows below your hands to allow bacteria to run say from the hands

Question 6

It is a patient's feeding time, he has had a stroke 6 months ago. He has full use of all of his limbs and is usually able to feed himself. Today however he would like you to feed him. What is the correct step to take with this patient?

	Feed him, It is good for him to feel taken care of by his CNA.
	Have another CNA feed him because it would be best for him to not be totally dependent upon you.
	Tell him that he is able to feed himself, but you will be there to assist him if needed.
	Let him know that he is not to count on you for simple chores

Question 6 Explanation:

It is important that a patient that is able to feed himself does so. You should nourish his independence, this will strengthen his confidence and his quality of life.

Question 7

When would you want to use alcohol scrub instead of hand washing?

	Alcohol scrubbing is always preferred over hand washing
	Use alcohol when you have come into contact with feces
	Alcohol is best for killing Viruses
	Alcohol is never Preferred over hand washing

Question 7 Explanation:

If hand washing is available it is always recommended over the use of Alcohol.

Question 8

The most effective way to sterilize something would be to?

	Wash the object very well with soap and water.
	Rub alcohol and water all over the object
	Use a chemical sterilizing solution
	Use an autoclave to sterilize an object
	Autoclave objects that can be heated to high temperatures, use chemicals for rubbers and or fluids that cannot tolerate high temperatures.

Question 9

What are common ways to recognize infection in a localized wound?

	The patients wound is painful
	The wound has a clear draining fluid coming from it
	The wound is red, swollen and has a smelly drainage coming from it
	The wound is warm to the touch
	Both C and D are correct

Question 10

The primary cause for elderly morbidity is?

	Cancer
	Stroke
	Heart attacks
	Falls

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