BSN 225 HESI PREP ASSESSMENT TEST WITH REVIEWED
RESOLVED SOLUTIONS.UPDATED VERSION
1. asepsis: the absence of disease-producing microorganisms called pathogens. Aseptic technique
refers to prac- tices and procedures implemented before, during, or after a clinical procedure to prevent
the transmission of pathogens and reduce the risk for patient infections. There are two types of aseptic
technique: medical asepsis and surgical asepsis
2. medical asepsis: also known as clean technique. It is implemented for all patients to preve
the transmission
of microorganisms. Medical aseptic interventions that break the chain of infection and protect the
susceptible host include hand hygiene and personal protective equipment. The nurse employs medical
asepsis in daily activities when washing hands after toileting or when donning clean gloves before
changing a basic dressing.
3. surgical asepsis: also known as sterile technique and prevents the introduction of
microorganisms from the
environment into the patient's incision or body cavities during specialized procedures.
4. Respiratory hygiene/etiquette for persons with signs and symptoms
of a respiratory infection, including patients, staff, and visitors
includes the follow- ing:: Covering the mouth and nose with a tissue, if available, when
sneezing or coughing.
Using the nearest waste receptacle to dispose of the tissue immediately after use.
Performing hand hygiene after contact with respiratory secretions or contaminated objects/materials (self o
others). Wearing a mask if infected.
Health care facilities:Providing tissue and no-touch receptacles for disposing of used tissues.Providing
convenient- ly located alcohol-based hand rub dispensers.Ensuring supplies for handwashing are
available at handwashing sinks.Posting signs and educating patients and statt regarding
respiratory etiquette.
5. medical asepsis...: breaks the chain of infection and safeguards the patient by blocking
infectious agents
from portals of entry and helps decrease patient risk factors for infection. In some instances, these
interventions also safeguard visitors and statt. In addition to handwashing, wearing gloves, gowning, and
disinfecting, interventions include:
Maintaining asepsis of intravenous access ports
Emptying urinary drainage bags routinely and before they become half full
Keeping urinary drainage bags below the level of the patient's bladder and ott
the floor Keeping equipment clean: IV poles, bedside trays, etc.
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, BSN 225 HESI PREP ASSESSMENT TEST WITH REVIEWED
RESOLVED SOLUTIONS.UPDATED VERSION
Changing damp or soiled dressings
Ensuring sharps are disposed of in puncture-proof containers
Promoting regular bathing and oral hygiene to remove and control transient microorganisms
Encouraging fluid intake to promote healing and ensure flushing of microorganisms from urinary bladde
and urethra Encouraging a well-balanced diet to promote immune system function
Teaching patients and caregivers/visitors to cover their mouths or noses when coughing/sneezing
(respiratory hy-
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RESOLVED SOLUTIONS.UPDATED VERSION
1. asepsis: the absence of disease-producing microorganisms called pathogens. Aseptic technique
refers to prac- tices and procedures implemented before, during, or after a clinical procedure to prevent
the transmission of pathogens and reduce the risk for patient infections. There are two types of aseptic
technique: medical asepsis and surgical asepsis
2. medical asepsis: also known as clean technique. It is implemented for all patients to preve
the transmission
of microorganisms. Medical aseptic interventions that break the chain of infection and protect the
susceptible host include hand hygiene and personal protective equipment. The nurse employs medical
asepsis in daily activities when washing hands after toileting or when donning clean gloves before
changing a basic dressing.
3. surgical asepsis: also known as sterile technique and prevents the introduction of
microorganisms from the
environment into the patient's incision or body cavities during specialized procedures.
4. Respiratory hygiene/etiquette for persons with signs and symptoms
of a respiratory infection, including patients, staff, and visitors
includes the follow- ing:: Covering the mouth and nose with a tissue, if available, when
sneezing or coughing.
Using the nearest waste receptacle to dispose of the tissue immediately after use.
Performing hand hygiene after contact with respiratory secretions or contaminated objects/materials (self o
others). Wearing a mask if infected.
Health care facilities:Providing tissue and no-touch receptacles for disposing of used tissues.Providing
convenient- ly located alcohol-based hand rub dispensers.Ensuring supplies for handwashing are
available at handwashing sinks.Posting signs and educating patients and statt regarding
respiratory etiquette.
5. medical asepsis...: breaks the chain of infection and safeguards the patient by blocking
infectious agents
from portals of entry and helps decrease patient risk factors for infection. In some instances, these
interventions also safeguard visitors and statt. In addition to handwashing, wearing gloves, gowning, and
disinfecting, interventions include:
Maintaining asepsis of intravenous access ports
Emptying urinary drainage bags routinely and before they become half full
Keeping urinary drainage bags below the level of the patient's bladder and ott
the floor Keeping equipment clean: IV poles, bedside trays, etc.
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, BSN 225 HESI PREP ASSESSMENT TEST WITH REVIEWED
RESOLVED SOLUTIONS.UPDATED VERSION
Changing damp or soiled dressings
Ensuring sharps are disposed of in puncture-proof containers
Promoting regular bathing and oral hygiene to remove and control transient microorganisms
Encouraging fluid intake to promote healing and ensure flushing of microorganisms from urinary bladde
and urethra Encouraging a well-balanced diet to promote immune system function
Teaching patients and caregivers/visitors to cover their mouths or noses when coughing/sneezing
(respiratory hy-
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