NYS Infection Control Mandated Training Questions With Correct Answers.A healthcare worker who is HIV-positive expresses concern about confidentiality related to the condition. Which of the following statements provide accurate information about the healthcare worker's right to confidentiality? - Answer The worker is protected by the New York State HIV confidentiality law and is not required to disclose HIV status to patients or employers.Which of the following would be considered an occupational health goal for preventing infection in a healthcare setting? - Answer Protecting healthcare workers from communicable diseases.A healthcare worker is observed cleaning instruments prior to sterilization. Which of these actions of the worker represents an error that requires correction? - Answer The worker cleans the instruments in a hand-washing sink Which of the following pathogens, that the healthcare worker may encounter in their work environment is the least susceptible to sterilization processes and disinfecting agents? - Answer Prion agents To insure proper processing of items and equipment for patient care, it is essential to use - Answer The manufacturer's recommendations.Which of the following practices would result in contamination? - Answer Reusing single-use equipment without reprocessing.A healthcare worker is planning to provide care to a patient who has active
tuberculosis. The worker should plan to wear: - Answer An N95 filter respirator
Which of the personal protective equipment (PPE) listed below should be used when changing a dressing for a patient who has a three-day-old clean surgical incision? - Answer Gloves, only Non-sterile gloves may be used for which of these procedures? - Answer Gastric tube feedings Which of the following is an engineering control that would assist in preventing the transmission of tuberculosis? - Answer A negative pressure room.Which of the following is a work practice control that should be implemented to protect patients and healthcare workers? - Answer Not recapping needles.Which of the following isolation systems is used in all healthcare facilities? - Answer Standard precautions The most common effective way to prevent healthcare associated infections (HAIs)
is to use: - Answer Hand hygiene
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