Clean Needle Technique (CNT) Exam | 45 Questions with Answers | Infection Control, Hepatitis & Safety | For Acupuncture Students | 2025/2026

This document provides a complete set of 45 multiple-choice questions and 100% verified answers for the Clean Needle Technique (CNT) written exam, specifically aligned with the 2025/2026 academic cycle. It serves as a highly effective study guide for acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) students who must demonstrate clinical safety and hygiene competency, especially in preparation for national certification exams such as those administered by the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (CCAOM). The material focuses on critical infection control topics including the transmission, incubation periods, vaccine availability, and chronicity of hepatitis viruses (HAV, HBV, HCV, HEV, HDV) and HIV, as well as important public health threats like MRSA and tuberculosis (TB). Students will also gain clarity on terms like iatrogenic, autogenous, and nosocomial infections. Additional sections cover sterile vs. clean practices, disinfectant use, required alcohol percentages for skin and hand sanitation, and specific sterilization methods for acupuncture needles. This resource is ideal for: Students pursuing licensure in acupuncture and Oriental medicine Enrollees in TCM programs with CNT course requirements Health science students studying infection control and safety in clinical practice Candidates preparing for the CNT portion of NCCAOM or CCAOM exams The structured Q&A format supports quick review, memorization, and exam readiness, offering a targeted way to master practical safety standards in acupuncture practice. Keywords: CNT exam, hepatitis viruses, infection control, MRSA, tuberculosis, HIV, HAV, HBV, HCV, HEV, HDV, acupuncture safety, needle sterilization, filiform needles, sterile vs clean, vaccine guidelines, health worker exposure, reinfection, iatrogenic infection, nosocomial transmission, disinfectant standards, alcohol-based hand hygiene