2026 Nursing Essentials: Infection
Control, Hygiene, Comfort, and Mobility
Real Actual Exam Brand New
What is infection? --Verified--Solution----A condition caused by the
invasion of pathogenic microorganisms that can lead to disease.
What are transmission precautions? --Verified--Solution----Measures
taken to prevent the spread of infections, including contact, droplet,
airborne, and protective precautions.
What is the transmission chain of infection? --Verified--Solution----The
process by which infections are spread, including the infectious agent,
reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and
susceptible host.
What are standard precautions? --Verified--Solution----Infection control
practices used to prevent transmission of diseases that can be acquired
by contact with blood, body fluids, or non-intact skin.
What is hand hygiene? --Verified--Solution----The practice of cleaning
hands to prevent the spread of infection, including washing with soap
and water or using alcohol-based hand sanitizers.