CNT CLEAN NEEDLE TECHNIQUE
EXAM 1-3 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS
YEAR
1. Which of the following is the most important step in preventing the transfer of infection
according to the CNT manual?
A. Using sterile gloves for all procedures
B. Double swabbing the skin with alcohol
C. Wearing a surgical mask
D. Proper hand hygiene
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Hand hygiene is consistently cited as the single most important
measure to prevent the transmission of clinically important pathogens.
2. What is the recommended concentration of isopropyl alcohol for skin preparation before
acupuncture?
A. 60%
B. 90%
C. 70%
,D. 100%
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: 70% isopropyl alcohol is the standard concentration for skin
antisepsis as it provides the best balance of efficacy and evaporation time.
3. Hepatitis B virus (HBV) can survive on environmental surfaces at room temperature for at
least how long?
A. 7 days
B. 3 days
C. 24 hours
D. 1 month
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: HBV is highly resilient and can remain infectious on
environmental surfaces for at least 7 days.
4. Which organization is responsible for the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard in the United
States?
A. CDC
B. OSHA
C. FDA
D. WHO
, Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
mandates the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard to protect workers.
5. A ‘Clean Field’ in acupuncture is defined as:
A. A sterile area where only autoclaved tools are placed
B. The entire treatment room
C. The area prepared to hold sterile needles and equipment
D. The patient’s skin after it has been cleaned
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The clean field is the specific area (like a tray or clean towel)
designated to hold sterile needles and other equipment during treatment.
6. According to CNT protocols, when should a sharps container be replaced?
A. When it is 50% full
B. When it is 75% full
C. Once a month
D. When it reaches the fill line
Answer: B
EXAM 1-3 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS
YEAR
1. Which of the following is the most important step in preventing the transfer of infection
according to the CNT manual?
A. Using sterile gloves for all procedures
B. Double swabbing the skin with alcohol
C. Wearing a surgical mask
D. Proper hand hygiene
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Hand hygiene is consistently cited as the single most important
measure to prevent the transmission of clinically important pathogens.
2. What is the recommended concentration of isopropyl alcohol for skin preparation before
acupuncture?
A. 60%
B. 90%
C. 70%
,D. 100%
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: 70% isopropyl alcohol is the standard concentration for skin
antisepsis as it provides the best balance of efficacy and evaporation time.
3. Hepatitis B virus (HBV) can survive on environmental surfaces at room temperature for at
least how long?
A. 7 days
B. 3 days
C. 24 hours
D. 1 month
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: HBV is highly resilient and can remain infectious on
environmental surfaces for at least 7 days.
4. Which organization is responsible for the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard in the United
States?
A. CDC
B. OSHA
C. FDA
D. WHO
, Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
mandates the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard to protect workers.
5. A ‘Clean Field’ in acupuncture is defined as:
A. A sterile area where only autoclaved tools are placed
B. The entire treatment room
C. The area prepared to hold sterile needles and equipment
D. The patient’s skin after it has been cleaned
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The clean field is the specific area (like a tray or clean towel)
designated to hold sterile needles and other equipment during treatment.
6. According to CNT protocols, when should a sharps container be replaced?
A. When it is 50% full
B. When it is 75% full
C. Once a month
D. When it reaches the fill line
Answer: B
