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Question 1:

Which of the following actions is recommended as part of respiratory hygiene practices?

A. Coughing or sneezing into hands B. Using a tissue to cover the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing C. Blowing the nose without using a tissue D. Discarding used tissues on the floor

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Coughing or sneezing into hands can lead to the spread of germs through direct contact with surfaces or other individuals.

Choice B:

Using a tissue to cover the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing helps contain respiratory droplets and reduces the risk of spreading infectious respiratory illnesses.

Choice C:

Blowing the nose without using a tissue can result in the release of respiratory droplets and should be avoided.

Choice D:

Discarding used tissues on the floor is unsanitary and can contribute to the transmission of infections.

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Question 2:

How often should healthcare providers perform hand hygiene after assisting with respiratory procedures, such as suctioning or providing nebulizer treatments?

A. Only if visible soiling is present B. Every hour C. Before and after each patient contact D. Once at the end of the shift

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Performing hand hygiene only if visible soiling is present is insufficient, as pathogens may be present even when hands appear clean.

Choice B:

Performing hand hygiene every hour may not be frequent enough to maintain proper infection prevention and control.

Choice C:

Healthcare providers should perform hand hygiene before and after each patient contact, including after assisting with respiratory procedures. This helps prevent the spread of pathogens to other patients and healthcare personnel.

Choice D:

Performing hand hygiene only once at the end of the shift does not ensure continuous protection throughout patient care interactions.

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Question 3:

Which of the following actions promotes respiratory hygiene in the healthcare setting?

A. Encouraging visitors to wear masks only if they have symptoms B. Providing masks to patients who are coughing or sneezing C. Allowing healthcare personnel to cough or sneeze freely in patient care areas D. Reusing masks throughout the day to conserve supplies

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Encouraging visitors to wear masks only if they have symptoms does not account for asymptomatic individuals who may be carriers of respiratory infections.

Choice B:

Providing masks to patients who are coughing or sneezing helps contain respiratory droplets and reduce the risk of spreading infections within the healthcare setting.

Choice C:

Allowing healthcare personnel to cough or sneeze freely in patient care areas is unhygienic and can contribute to the spread of infections.

Choice D:

Reusing masks throughout the day to conserve supplies increases the risk of contamination and compromises respiratory hygiene practices.

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Question 4:

What is the appropriate distance for maintaining respiratory etiquette when interacting with someone who is coughing or sneezing?

A. 1 foot (30 centimeters) B. 3 feet (1 meter) C. 6 feet (2 meters) D. 10 feet (3 meters)

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

1 foot (30 centimeters) may not provide sufficient distance to minimize the risk of inhaling respiratory droplets.

Choice B:

3 feet (1 meter) is closer than the recommended distance and may not effectively reduce exposure to respiratory droplets

Choice C:

Maintaining a distance of 6 feet (2 meters) from someone who is coughing or sneezing helps reduce the risk of inhaling respiratory droplets and potential pathogen transmission.

Choice D:

10 feet (3 meters) is farther than necessary for routine respiratory etiquette and may not be practical in most healthcare settings.

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Question 5:

What is the appropriate method for disposing of used masks or tissues contaminated with respiratory secretions?

A. Place them in a regular waste bin B. Flush them down the toilet C. Dispose of them in a biohazard container D. Leave them on a clean surface for someone else to handle

Answer and Explanation

Choice A:

Placing them in a regular waste bin increases the risk of contamination and potential spread of infections.a

Choice B:

Flushing them down the toilet can cause plumbing issues and is not an appropriate method of disposal.

Choice C:

Used masks or tissues contaminated with respiratory secretions should be disposed of in a biohazard container to minimize the risk of exposure to infectious agents.

Choice D:

Leaving them on a clean surface for someone else to handle is unhygienic and may lead to cross-contamination.

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