Question | Answer |
What actions do viruses take when they enter the cells? | They incorporate into the cells DNA and multiply |
Which is the only situation that recapping a needle is considered an appropriate procedure? | After withdrawing medication from the vial |
Not considered a major area that’s covered by a medical facility exposure control plan required by OSHA? | Specific steps for providing effective patient treatment. |
What is OSHA for | Your safety |
2 important factors for performing an effective hand wash? | Friction and running water |
The process used to wash and remove blood and tissue from medical instruments is called? | Sanitization |
The most important step in achieving hand asepsis is: | Removing jewelry and hand washing |
The method that completely destroys microorganisms | Sterilization |
Blood specimen is being prepared for lab analysis the container tips over and spills on the lab table? | Put paper towel over the spill and pour the 1:10 bleach solution on the towel; Wait 15 minutes and wipe up the spill while you’re wearing gloves; Discard the paper towel in an infectious/hazardous waste container |
According to OSHA regulations, under what circumstances is recapping a needle allowed? | Recapping an unused needle; After drawing medication from a vial |
When should the MA us a mask when taking the patient’s medical history? | Active tuberculosis (TB) |
What is the recommended method for disposal of needles in a puncture proof container? | Keep the needle intact |
CDC does not recommend standard precautions for what body fluid? | Urine if it does not contain visible blood |
Which procedure is appropriate for preparing blood and other potentially infectious material for transport? | Leak proof containers |
Gloves, gowns, and goggles are considered what? | PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) |
What is the name for blunt needles, needling systems and re-sheathing syringes? | Engineering controls |
On the basis of your understanding of the chain of infection, what would be the most effective method for controlling the spread of conjunctivitis in a daycare center? | Hand washing |
A bacterial spore, what is a spore? | A resistant bacterial reproductive cell that can become active and cause disease. |
Inflammation mediators, they are released at the site of cellular damage and perform what function? | a. They increase blood flow to the site
b. They increase permeability of the blood vessel wall. |
Cell-mediated immunity, what does it do? | The destruction of pathogens at the site of the infection. |
Relapse and remission are seen frequently in what type of infection? | Latent |
Viral infection, how do we treat them? | Palliative care, making the patient comfortable |
Rosa was assisting with pediatrics immunization when she received and accidental needle-stick, what was the first thing she’s supposed to do? | Wash the puncture site |
What should not be done when sanitizing an instrument? | Wear gloves |
What should you do for disinfection to be effective? | Place items in a closed container |
Relapse is the disappearance of the clinical symptoms of disease? | False |
True or False: A germicide is an agent that destroys pathogenic microorganisms? | True |
True or False: An antiseptic is an agent that can be used on the skin to inhibit the growth of microorganisms? | True |
True or False: Employee must provide their own alternative to latex gloves? | False |
True or False: Employers must provide employees with Hep B immunizations for free? And must offer them within 10 days. | True |
True or False: Hands do not have to be washed if the healthcare worker wears gloves? | False |
A __________ disorder is one in which the body reacts against it’s own tissue? | Autoimmune |
________ is a skin irruption that results in hives. | Urticaria |
The _________route of administration is the injection or introduction of substances into the body other than through the digestive tract. | Parenteral |
A __________ is a foreign substance that results in the production of a specific antibody. | Antigen |
_________is a yeast like fungus that typically effects the vaginal or oral mucosa. | Candidiasis |
A _________ agent is a medication that relieves patient symptoms but does not cure disease. | Palliative |
A ___________ ____________ is an infection that is acquired in a healthcare facility. | Nosocomial infection |
A_______ is an insect or tick that transmits disease. | Vector |
Fungal infections are also called __________ infections. | Mycotic |
_______ infections persist for long periods of time. | Chronic |
A __________is a contaminated object. | Fomite |
____________ ______ are surface bacteria that are introduced by contaminated objects by exposure to microorganisms that can be destroyed if managed properly. | Transient bacteria |
Describe the difference between cell-mediated and hurmoral immunity. | a. Humoral immunity creates specific antibodies to combat antigens. b. Cell-mediated immunity attacks the source of the infection at the cellular level. |
List four classic symptoms of inflammation. | Heat, Erythema, Edema, Pain (HEEP) |
Hep B immunizations should be given how? | First shot, 2nd shot 4 weeks after the first, 3rd shot 6 months after the first. Have a blood titer drawn after the last shot to determine that you have established the immunity. |