Infection Control
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IMPORTANT: Learners need to get at least 75% correct (15 correct answers) to gain their certificate
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1. You should always fill the sharp’s container to the top to save money.
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2. Proper disposal of medical waste minimises the spread of infections.
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3. Everyone who handles medical waste is at risk of infections and injury.
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4. Carrying unprotected sharps around the premises is a risk.
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5. Breaking a hypodermic needle before disposal is acceptable.
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6. When cleaning up spills of bodily fluids gloves should always be worn.
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7. Housekeeping employees do have a role with regard to infection control.
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8. The main purpose of “housekeeping” is to keep the premises dust-free.
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9. Plain water will rapidly kill or inactivate infectious microorganisms.
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10. Housekeeping will reduce the number of microorganisms at work.
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11. It is safe and legal for you to reuse disposable gloves.
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12. A separate pair of gloves must be used for each client.
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13. It is acceptable to keep your own personal towel for drying your hands.
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14. Employees only need to wash their hands for approximately five seconds.
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15. Hand washing will reduce the spread of infection in healthcare settings.
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16. Correct routine hand washing removes transient microorganisms.
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17. HIV and hepatitis B infections can be cured.
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18. Good infection prevention practices protect only clients.
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19. Employees are at risk of infection when they dispose of medical waste.
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20. Rapid population growth is a factor for the high increase in disease cases.
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