Patient identity
True or False: If a patient is known to you personally, it is acceptable to skip the patient identification process.
False. (Patients must be identified using the established protocol, regardless of how well the staff knows them.)
Which muscle group is the strongest and should be used primarily for lifting heavy objects?
A. Back muscles
B. Arm muscles
C. Leg muscles
D. Abdominal muscles
C. Leg Muscles
The "P"s in PPE stand for these two words.
Personal Protective
Employers must provide this vaccine to employees at no cost within 10 days of initial assignment
Hepatitis B vaccine
According to the CDC, this simple, 20-second hygiene habit is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings.
Handwashing
If an inpatient's ID wristband is missing, what should you do?
A. Use the room number and ask a neighbor to confirm the name.
B. Ask the patient to state their name and continue with the procedure.
C. Do not perform the procedure/medication pass and immediately follow policy to have a new ID band applied.
D. Assume the identity based on the chart.
C. Do not perform the procedure/medication pass and immediately follow policy to have a new ID band applied. (Patient safety relies on accurate identification, and a missing band requires immediate rectification.)
To maintain a proper base of support, your feet should be:
A. Kept close together
B. Shoulder-width apart
C. One foot in front of the other
D. Elevated
B. Shoulder-width apart
PPE is considered the ______ line of defense in the hierarchy of hazard controls.
Last
According to the BBP standard, this rigid, leakproof, and red-colored receptacle is required for the disposal of used needles.
Sharps Container
As of 2024, the CDC is utilizing this type of environmental surveillance to monitor for infectious diseases like COVID-19, influenza, and RSV in communities before they show up in clinics.
Wastewater surveillance
What is the minimum number of patient identifiers that must be used before administering medication, blood, or specimens?
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
B. Two. (Using at least two patient identifiers is a Joint Commission requirement.)
When moving a patient, why is it important to avoid twisting your spine?
A. It looks unprofessional
B. It causes the patient anxiety
C. It increases the risk of injury
D. It makes the patient feel heavier
C. It increases the risk of injury
According to OSHA, this entity is generally responsible for purchasing and providing required PPE for employees.
The Employer
Formerly known as Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), these documents must be easily accessible to employees for every hazardous chemical in the workplace.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
This 4-letter acronym represents the primary CDC-published document used by healthcare professionals to guide vaccination schedules and protocols.
MMWR (Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report)
Which of the following is considered an unacceptable patient identifier?
A. Patient's Full Name
B. Date of Birth
C. Medical Record Number (MRN)
D. Patient Room Number
D. Patient Room Number. (Room numbers are not unique patient-specific identifiers and should never be used.)
When lifting an object, where should you hold it in relation to your body?
A. As far away as possible
B. At arm's length
C. Close to your body
D. Below your knees
C. Close to your body
A N95 mask falls under this specific category of PPE.
Respiratory Protection
This mandatory, annual training covers how to handle sharps and prevent exposure to infectious microorganisms like HIV and HBV.
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
In 2024, the CDC updated guidelines to recommend that adults 65 and older receive an additional dose of this seasonal vaccine to better protect against respiratory viruses
COVID-19 vaccine
When verifying a patient's identity, what is the best, most proactive method to use?
A. "Hi Mr. Smith, are you ready for your medication?"
B. "Can you please tell me your full name and date of birth?"
C. Checking the ID band while the patient is sleeping.
D. Asking a family member to identify the patient.
B. "Can you please tell me your full name and date of birth?" (Active communication is preferred over passive confirmation.)
What is the best method to move a heavy object across a room?
A. Pull it
B. Lift it
C. Twist it
D. Push, slide, or pull it
D. Push, slide, or pull it
When removing gloves, this action should always be performed immediately after.
In the event of a pandemic, this specific type of respiratory protection—not just a face mask—requires annual fit testing.
N95 respirator
To fight antimicrobial resistance, the CDC advises healthcare facilities to implement this type of "stewardship" program for prescribing medications.
Antibiotic Stewardship