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Question 1:

Which of the following is an example of appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE)?

A. Wearing gloves when handling non-infectious materials B. Reusing a disposable gown after disinfection C. Wearing a surgical mask in place of a respirator when caring for a patient with tuberculosis D. Wearing goggles only when there is a risk of splashing

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Wearing gloves when handling non-infectious materials is unnecessary and does not align with appropriate PPE use.

Choice B:

Reusing a disposable gown after disinfection is not recommended as disposable gowns are meant for single-use to prevent cross-contamination.

Choice C:

Wearing a surgical mask in place of a respirator when caring for a patient with tuberculosis Explanation: When caring for a patient with tuberculosis, the appropriate use of PPE includes wearing a respirator to protect against airborne transmission of the infectious agent.

Choice D:

Wearing goggles only when there is a risk of splashing does not provide adequate eye protection in all situations where eye exposure may occur.

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Question 2:

Which of the following is true regarding the order of donning and removing PPE?

A. Gloves should be removed first, followed by the gown. B. The mask should be donned after wearing gloves. C. The gown should be removed before the gloves. D. The mask should be removed before the goggles or face shield.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Gloves should be removed last after removing the gown to minimize the risk of contaminating the hands.

Choice B:

The mask should be donned before wearing gloves to ensure proper respiratory protection.

Choice C:

When removing PPE, the gown should be removed before the gloves to prevent contamination of the hands during the process.

Choice D:

The mask should be removed after removing the goggles or face shield to maintain a barrier against respiratory droplets.

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Question 3:

Which of the following is an example of appropriate glove use?

A. Wearing the same pair of gloves for multiple patient care tasks B. Touching clean surfaces with gloved hands C. Removing gloves before performing hand hygiene D. Using gloves as a substitute for hand hygiene

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Wearing the same pair of gloves for multiple patient care tasks increases the risk of cross-contamination and is not recommended.

Choice B:

Gloves should not be considered a substitute for hand hygiene. Touching clean surfaces with gloved hands can contaminate those surfaces, and proper hand hygiene should be performed after glove removal.

Choice C:

Gloves should be removed after completing all necessary patient care tasks and hand hygiene should be performed immediately.

Choice D:

Gloves should be removed and hand hygiene performed before touching clean surfaces.

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Question 4:

When should a healthcare provider wear a gown as part of their PPE?

A. During routine hand hygiene B. When providing oral care to an unconscious patient C. While transporting a stable patient within the facility D. When administering oral medication to a non-isolated patient

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Wearing a gown during routine hand hygiene is unnecessary and not recommended.

Choice B:

When providing oral care to an unconscious patient, a gown should be worn to protect against potential contact with bodily fluids or contaminants.

Choice C:

Wearing a gown while transporting a stable patient within the facility is unnecessary unless there is a risk of contact with potentially infectious materials.

Choice D:

Wearing a gown when administering oral medication to a non-isolated patient is not typically required unless there is a risk of splashing or exposure to bodily fluids.

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Question 5:

Which of the following is true regarding the use of N95 respirators?

A. N95 respirators should be used for all patient interactions. B. N95 respirators can be reused multiple times without cleaning. C. N95 respirators should be fit-tested to ensure proper seal and protection. D. N95 respirators are only necessary when caring for patients with airborne infections.

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

N95 respirators should only be used when there is a risk of airborne transmission, such as caring for patients with airborne infections.

Choice B:

N95 respirators are not designed for multiple reuse and should be disposed of properly after use to prevent contamination and maintain effectiveness.

Choice C:

N95 respirators should be fit-tested to ensure a proper seal and provide adequate respiratory protection.

Choice D:

N95 respirators are only necessary when caring for patients with airborne infections.

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