NUR 352 Exam 1 Fall 2022 Spann ASU
NUR 352 Exam 1 Fall 2022 Spann ASU Latest
Updated Questions With Answers Sure Pass
Guide.
Define assessment of infection*** -
Correct Answer -Invasion and multiplication of
microorganisms in body tissues, which may be clinically
unapparent or the result of local cellular injury caused by
competitive metabolism, toxins, intracellular replication, or
antigen-antibody response
What are risk factors for HAIs? -
Correct Answer -long hospital stays, the use of indwelling
catheters, failure of healthcare workers to wash their
hands properly, overuse of antibiotics, invasive
procedures, elderly age, immune compromised, young
age, underlying diseases, nutritional status, use of central
line, use of ventilator, etc.
Explain each of the components of chain of infection -
Correct Answer --presence of an infectious agent (bacteria,
viruses, etc.)
-available reservoir (source for growth, ex. humans,
insects, water, inanimate surfaces)
-portal of exit from reservoir (nose, mouth, orifices, etc.)
-mode of transmission from reservoir to host (airborne,
contact, droplets, vehicles (water, food, insects))
-portal of entry (any orifice or breakthrough of skin)
-a susceptible host (depends on degree of resistance,
strength and numbers of microbe, etc.)
What can weaken the chain of infection? -
Correct Answer -infection control in nurse practices to
prevent spread of infection
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, NUR 352 Exam 1 Fall 2022 Spann ASU
What are some prevention strategies for infection in terms
of education of health team members, patients, and
community? -
Correct Answer -Hygiene, vaccination, proper hand
washing, using gloves, PPE, not sharing personal items,
covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze, be up to
date on the news about health, use caution with animals,
safe cooking practices (raw materials), safe sex, stay
home if sick, keep a clean and safe environment, etc.
Explain tier 1 precautions (equipment/potential teaching) -
Correct Answer -Standard Precautions
-Used for all patients
-All body fluids (except sweat), non-intact skin, mucous
membranes
-Use alcohol-based products (no visible soil)
-Use soap/water (visible soil)
-Enable safety devices/Sharps containers
-Use of disposable or disinfect patient care equipment
-Proper handling of laundry
Explain tier 2 precautions (equipment/potential teaching) -
Correct Answer -Contact Precautions
-Protection against DIRECT or INDIRECT contact with
contagious infection
-Equipment: Standard Precautions, Private room, Gloves,
Gown, Disposable BP cuff, thermometer and stethoscope,
Goggles (splashing)
Droplet Precautions
-Protection against DIRECT or INDIRECT contact with
contagious infection (droplets > 5 microns)
-Equipment: Standard Precautions, Private room, Gloves
Surgical Mask, Disposable BP cuff, thermometer and
stethoscope, May need contact precautions, Visitors need
to wear masks
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NUR 352 Exam 1 Fall 2022 Spann ASU Latest
Updated Questions With Answers Sure Pass
Guide.
Define assessment of infection*** -
Correct Answer -Invasion and multiplication of
microorganisms in body tissues, which may be clinically
unapparent or the result of local cellular injury caused by
competitive metabolism, toxins, intracellular replication, or
antigen-antibody response
What are risk factors for HAIs? -
Correct Answer -long hospital stays, the use of indwelling
catheters, failure of healthcare workers to wash their
hands properly, overuse of antibiotics, invasive
procedures, elderly age, immune compromised, young
age, underlying diseases, nutritional status, use of central
line, use of ventilator, etc.
Explain each of the components of chain of infection -
Correct Answer --presence of an infectious agent (bacteria,
viruses, etc.)
-available reservoir (source for growth, ex. humans,
insects, water, inanimate surfaces)
-portal of exit from reservoir (nose, mouth, orifices, etc.)
-mode of transmission from reservoir to host (airborne,
contact, droplets, vehicles (water, food, insects))
-portal of entry (any orifice or breakthrough of skin)
-a susceptible host (depends on degree of resistance,
strength and numbers of microbe, etc.)
What can weaken the chain of infection? -
Correct Answer -infection control in nurse practices to
prevent spread of infection
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, NUR 352 Exam 1 Fall 2022 Spann ASU
What are some prevention strategies for infection in terms
of education of health team members, patients, and
community? -
Correct Answer -Hygiene, vaccination, proper hand
washing, using gloves, PPE, not sharing personal items,
covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze, be up to
date on the news about health, use caution with animals,
safe cooking practices (raw materials), safe sex, stay
home if sick, keep a clean and safe environment, etc.
Explain tier 1 precautions (equipment/potential teaching) -
Correct Answer -Standard Precautions
-Used for all patients
-All body fluids (except sweat), non-intact skin, mucous
membranes
-Use alcohol-based products (no visible soil)
-Use soap/water (visible soil)
-Enable safety devices/Sharps containers
-Use of disposable or disinfect patient care equipment
-Proper handling of laundry
Explain tier 2 precautions (equipment/potential teaching) -
Correct Answer -Contact Precautions
-Protection against DIRECT or INDIRECT contact with
contagious infection
-Equipment: Standard Precautions, Private room, Gloves,
Gown, Disposable BP cuff, thermometer and stethoscope,
Goggles (splashing)
Droplet Precautions
-Protection against DIRECT or INDIRECT contact with
contagious infection (droplets > 5 microns)
-Equipment: Standard Precautions, Private room, Gloves
Surgical Mask, Disposable BP cuff, thermometer and
stethoscope, May need contact precautions, Visitors need
to wear masks
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