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NSC 212: Infection and control

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NSC 212 (Infection and control) is a 200 Level course at Wellspring University. Students preparing for NSC 212 exams on Testwiz get 188+ practice questions across 29 topics and topic summaries.

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Topics covered

Standard and Transmission-Based PrecautionsAseptic and Sterile Techniques in NursingMicrobiology Basics for Infection ControlModes of Transmission in Healthcare SettingsOccupational Health for Healthcare WorkersEnvironmental Cleaning and Decontamination ProceduresSurveillance and Outbreak Detection and ResponseAntimicrobial Stewardship PrinciplesBiomedical Waste Management and DecontaminationInfection Control Policies and Ethical IssuesHealthcare-Associated Infections in NigeriaPersonal Protective Equipment Use and Challenges+17 more

Sample questions

1. Which of the following is the MOST important component of standard precautions for preventing the spread of pathogens in a healthcare setting?

a.Proper segregation of biomedical waste at the point of generation

b.Using sterile gloves for every patient examination

c.Wearing a surgical mask during all patient interactions

d.Performing hand hygiene before and after patient contact

2. A nurse is preparing to insert a urinary catheter. Which of the following BEST describes the level of aseptic technique required for this procedure?

a.Clean technique with non-sterile gloves

b.Contact precautions with a surgical mask

c.Standard precautions only

d.Aseptic non-touch technique with a sterile field

3. A patient on a surgical ward develops a fever and purulent discharge from a wound 72 hours after surgery. The infection was not present or incubating at the time of admission. This is BEST classified as which type of infection?

a.A latent infection

b.A primary endogenous infection

c.A community-acquired infection

d.A healthcare-associated infection

4. Which of the following is the PRIMARY mode of transmission for Clostridioides difficile in a hospital ward?

a.Airborne via small-particle residue

b.Droplet via coughing and sneezing

c.Indirect contact via contaminated surfaces

d.Vector-borne via insects

5. A healthcare worker sustains a needlestick injury after drawing blood from a patient. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate immediate action?

a.Soak the wound in a bleach solution for 10 minutes

b.Squeeze the wound vigorously to express blood

c.Apply a tourniquet above the wound to stop bleeding

d.Wash the wound with soap and water and report the injury

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