PPE
protection of the large droplets should include which mask?
surgical mask is used for this situation
What is the first step in proper hand washing?
wet your hands with clean running water
What is the primary purpose of sterilization in healthcare?
eliminate all microorganisms including spores
What is the primary goal of infection control practices?
Aim to prevent the spread of infections
True or False: Hot water kills all germs during handwashing.
False
In which situation should we use nomex coats?
it include working with flammable liquids
What is the minimum time you should scrub your hands with soup?
It is 20 sec
Name a common method of sterilization using high-pressure steam ?
Outoclaving method
Name one of the standard precautions recommended for all healthcare workers
It is hand hygiene
True or False: You don’t need to wash your hands if you wear gloves.
False
how do we start doffing ppe?
we start doffing ppe by removing gloves
What part of your hands shouldn't you forget to scrub?
it is important to scrub between fingers & back of your hands
Define the term 'aseptic technique '
It is a procedure performed under sterile condition to prevent contamination
Which type of pathogen can't be treated with antibiotics?
It is virus or Multiple drug resistant bacteria
What is a common misconception about hand sanitizers?
That is they kill 100% of germs
1-How do we have a Full face protection?
By using face shields that provide a full face protection
What is the step of dry with clean towel come after ?
after rinsing and scrub your hands with a running water
Which chemical is commonly used for low temperature sterilization?
It is ethylene oxide
What is "isolation precautions " mean ?
It is specific measures taken to prevent transmission of pathogens from infected patients
True or False: A mask protects you completely from airborne diseases.
False , and it about the type of the mask
what is the disadvantage of chlorinated gloves?
the chlorinated gloves have a short shelf life
What song can you sing to time your 20 sec scrub?
Happy birthday 'twice'
What temperature is typically required to sterilize instrument in an autoclave?
It is 121° (250°F) for 15-20 min
What is the difference between droplet precautions & airborne precautions?
droplet precautions are for larger respiratory droplets (e.g; flu) , while airborne precautions are for smaller particles (e.g; TB)
Why is it a myth to assume surfaces look clean and are germ-free?
The germs can still be present even if surfaces appear clean