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What is an infection that develops when a person is in a health care facility called?
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nosocomial Infection
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What set of protection guidelines is used to prevent exposure to blood and body fluids?
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universal precautions
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What is the process called that kills all microorganisms?
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sterilization
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What personal protective equipment should be available to health care workers?
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(any order) gloves, gowns, masks, goggles
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All containers which contain contaminated materials or laboratory specimens should be labeled with what?
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biohazard label
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What classification of microorganisms are difficult to treat because they aren't affected by antibiotics?
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viruses
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What are bacteria that are found in the body but do not cause harm called?
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normal flora
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When should the health care provider practice universal precautions?
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at all times, with all patients
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What do the initials OSHA stand for?
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration?
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What do most health care facilities have in place to prepare for a potential disaster?
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disaster-preparedness plan
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What activity helps ensure that health care personnel respond effectively in the event of a disaster?
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disaster drills on a regular basis
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When referring to body mechanics, what does the term alignment mean?
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relationship of various body parts to one another
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What type of exercises are recommended for patients confined to bed?
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range-of-motion exercises
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What is the position of a patient in Fowler's position?
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supine at 45-60 degrees
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Name the most important intervention for falls?
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prevention
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In what population is the risk of injury from falls the greatest?
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people over the age of 65
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In what percentage of falls do fractures result?
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1 to 4%
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Following a hip replacement, the patient should be cautioned against what type of positioning of the legs?
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adduction
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What type of apparatus is frequently used to keep the hips/legs in proper position following hip replacement surgery?
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abductor pillow
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Following surgery, the patient is encouraged to regularly cough and deep breathe. Why is this so important?
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prevention of pulmonary complications
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How should a cast be supported for the first 72 hours following application to maintain proper shape?
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on pillows
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What type of sign should be conspicuously displayed when a patient is receiving oxygen?
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no smoking
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Why are such strict precautions taken against smoking or the use of electrical appliances near a person receiving oxygen?
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oxygen supports combustion
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What is the most common vehicle of transmission of the salmonella infection?
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food
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How is shigellosis spread?
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fecal-oral route
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What is the most common method by which microorganisms are transmitted from one person to another?
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contact transmission
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What is the most common site of nosocomial infection?
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urinary tract
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When care is given to a patient that could result in splashing of fluid, you should use?
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protective eye wear
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When you are likely to come in contact with blood or body fluids while working with a patient, what should you wear?
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Personal Protective Equipment
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When removing gloves, with one gloved hand, where do you grasp the glove on the other hand?
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palm
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