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1. Which of the following is the most effective way to
prevent the spread of infection in a clinical setting?
a) Wearing gloves and a mask at all times
b) Washing hands before and after contact with patients
c) Disinfecting all surfaces and equipment regularly
d) All of the above
Answer: D. All of the above are important measures to
prevent the transmission of pathogens in a clinical setting.
Hand hygiene is the most basic and essential practice, but it
should be complemented by the use of personal protective
equipment (PPE) and environmental cleaning.
2. What is the difference between standard precautions and
transmission-based precautions?
a) Standard precautions apply to all patients, while
transmission-based precautions apply to specific patients
with known or suspected infections
b) Standard precautions are based on the mode of
transmission, while transmission-based precautions are
based on the type of infection
c) Standard precautions are mandatory, while transmissionbased precautions are optional
d) Standard precautions are outdated, while transmissionbased precautions are current
Answer: A. Standard precautions are the minimum
infection prevention practices that apply to all patient care,
regardless of suspected or confirmed infection status. They
include hand hygiene, use of PPE, safe injection practices,Â
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