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Test Bank
CURRENT Medical Diagnosis & Treatment 2026 (65th
Edition)
Chapter 1: Disease Prevention & Health Promotion



Multiple Choice

1. Which nursing behavior presents the greatest risk for the spread of infection among clients?
The nurse:

1. Disinfects hands using antibacterial soap
2. Allows alcohol-based hand rub to dry for 10 seconds
3. Washes hands only after leaving each client’s room
4. Uses cold water when performing medical asepsis



2. What is the most common cause of infection transmission among hospitalized patients?

1. Airborne microorganisms from other patients
2. Contact with contaminated medical equipment
3. Hands of healthcare personnel
4. Exposure from visitors or family members



3. Which nursing action is the highest priority for maintaining medical asepsis?

1. Performing hand hygiene
2. Donning clean gloves
3. Applying sterile drapes
4. Wearing a protective gown



4. A patient is infected with a virus but shows no signs or symptoms of illness. This patient is
best described as a:




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