NYS CIC STUDY SET 2026 | COMPLETE
INFECTION CONTROL STUDY GUIDE &
PRACTICE QUESTIONS
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Updated 2026 Questions and Answers
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,Give an examples of differences in the roles and - Primary instructor owns the class and is responsible for course content. Typically
responsibilities of the primary instructor vs. the secondary more teaching experience.
instructor? - Secondary instructor's primary role is to assist primary instructor and in some
cases has responsibility for labs and psychomotor skills. Typically less teaching
experience than primary.
Compare and contrast intrinsic and extrinsic motivators - Intrinsic - internal factors - Personal development, family
and give an example of each. - Extrinsic - external factors - Work, promotion, money
What causes EMS educators to experience job-related Time spend managing disciplinary issues.
stress that sometimes leads to them to leave the teaching
profession?
What type of documentation is necessary whenever a IEP - Individual Evaluation Plan
student must be coached about performance or
behavior?
Why is is critical for instructors to demonstrate fairness
and consistency in the following disciplinary policies?
Compare and contrast a formative from a summative - Formative - incremental knowledge check - whiteboards.
evaluation. Give examples of each. - Summative - Overall assessment that covers the entire course - final exam.
What are the steps an instructor should take when Remediation:
students are not performing as expected or meeting 1. Conduct assessment / reason for failure
objectives in any of the domains of learning? 2. Determine cause of failure
3. Develop remediation plan
4. Implement
5. Reevaluate
What is the first step in creating a valid exam? Creating objectives.
If an exam is not performing reliably, what process Validation and review.
should be undertaken to determine why?
What steps should a primary instructor take in advance to Create a detailed lesson plan.
ensure that another educator could always step in and
cover a class in case of a last minute facility cancellation?
How should an educator sequence the development of a Based on the desired level of understanding required by the domain (basic,
lesson plan? intermediate, advanced).
,What are the elements that should be included in a Focus, Goals, Objectives (Cognitive, Psychomotor, Affective), Recommended
lesson plan? equipment and supplies, Recommended Schedule, Suggested Motivational
activities, Content outline and instructor notes, Summary, Evaluation, Next
Assignment / Lesson and References
When planning a class, how often should an instructor Every 20 minutes
plan to change teaching methods?
How often should instructors include breaks? Every hour.
How should an instructor set the tone in the classroom to Set the standard for the expected behavior and achievement and modeling that
maintain a positive learning environment and to ensure behavior. The instructor should also create an environment that is conducive to
that students know that they must respect each other's learning.
person, space and property?
Explain how a program's dress code relates to cultural A programs dress code should allow for culture differences.
awareness and sensitivity?
Explain the attributes of an appropriate approach to 1. Clarify the problem - ask questions to understand the issue.
corrective coaching / discipline in the classroom? 2. Identify a workable solution - engage students in the solution
3. Application of the solution - have students work together to develop a plan of
action.
Describe how an EMS instructor's use and interpretation While body language is an important teaching tool, instructors must be sensitive
of body language relates to cultural awareness? to the different meanings that gestures may have across cultures.
Explain the difference between a goal and an objective. - Goal - Global. destined outcome
- Objective - Measurable. Steps to reach the goal.
What are the four elements that must be present in an - (A) Audience - who is the receiver of the information?
appropriately written objective? - (B) Behavior - expected outcome or capability the learner should exhibit after
the instruction
- (C) Condition - Circumstances that influences the performance of behavior
- (D) Degree - Standard of accuracy required for acceptable performance (e.g.
80%)
Which domain of learning focuses on the students ability Cognitive
to think and problem solve?
What are the Domains of Learning? 1. Cognitive
2. Affective
3. Psychomotor
, What are the levels of the Cognitive Domain? 1. Knowledge -
2. Comprehension -
3. Application -
4. Analysis -
5. Synthesis -
6. Evaluation -
What are the levels of the Affective Domain? 1. Receiving -
2. Responding -
3. Valuing -
4. Organizing -
5. Characterizing -
What are the levels of the Psychomotor Domain? 1. Imitation -
2. Manipulation -
3. Precision -
4. Articulation -
5. Naturalization -
What drives our personal conduct? Values
Identify 3 ethical challenges that an EMS instructor may 1. Advanced Directives
face and how the instructor should best deal with them? 2. Death
3. Confidentiality
What is the benefit of having students do icebreaker Promotes cultural awareness and creates an environment that is open and aware
activities so they learn about each other's backgrounds of cultural diversity.
and values during the first class session?
List five areas of potential liability for EMS Educators? 1. Student Injury
2. Inattentive Preceptor
3. Improper care during training
4. Student / Teacher relationships
5. Student safety
Under what circumstances can an instructor release 1. Employment
confidential student information under the provisions of 2. School Officials
the Family Education Rights to Privacy Act of 1974 3. Financial Aid
(FERPA)? 4. Accrediting Orgs
5. Subpoena / Justice
6. Health and Safety
INFECTION CONTROL STUDY GUIDE &
PRACTICE QUESTIONS
| GRADED A+ | GUARANTEED SUCCESS
Updated 2026 Questions and Answers
100% Verified Exam Prep and Comprehensive
Rationales Included
,Give an examples of differences in the roles and - Primary instructor owns the class and is responsible for course content. Typically
responsibilities of the primary instructor vs. the secondary more teaching experience.
instructor? - Secondary instructor's primary role is to assist primary instructor and in some
cases has responsibility for labs and psychomotor skills. Typically less teaching
experience than primary.
Compare and contrast intrinsic and extrinsic motivators - Intrinsic - internal factors - Personal development, family
and give an example of each. - Extrinsic - external factors - Work, promotion, money
What causes EMS educators to experience job-related Time spend managing disciplinary issues.
stress that sometimes leads to them to leave the teaching
profession?
What type of documentation is necessary whenever a IEP - Individual Evaluation Plan
student must be coached about performance or
behavior?
Why is is critical for instructors to demonstrate fairness
and consistency in the following disciplinary policies?
Compare and contrast a formative from a summative - Formative - incremental knowledge check - whiteboards.
evaluation. Give examples of each. - Summative - Overall assessment that covers the entire course - final exam.
What are the steps an instructor should take when Remediation:
students are not performing as expected or meeting 1. Conduct assessment / reason for failure
objectives in any of the domains of learning? 2. Determine cause of failure
3. Develop remediation plan
4. Implement
5. Reevaluate
What is the first step in creating a valid exam? Creating objectives.
If an exam is not performing reliably, what process Validation and review.
should be undertaken to determine why?
What steps should a primary instructor take in advance to Create a detailed lesson plan.
ensure that another educator could always step in and
cover a class in case of a last minute facility cancellation?
How should an educator sequence the development of a Based on the desired level of understanding required by the domain (basic,
lesson plan? intermediate, advanced).
,What are the elements that should be included in a Focus, Goals, Objectives (Cognitive, Psychomotor, Affective), Recommended
lesson plan? equipment and supplies, Recommended Schedule, Suggested Motivational
activities, Content outline and instructor notes, Summary, Evaluation, Next
Assignment / Lesson and References
When planning a class, how often should an instructor Every 20 minutes
plan to change teaching methods?
How often should instructors include breaks? Every hour.
How should an instructor set the tone in the classroom to Set the standard for the expected behavior and achievement and modeling that
maintain a positive learning environment and to ensure behavior. The instructor should also create an environment that is conducive to
that students know that they must respect each other's learning.
person, space and property?
Explain how a program's dress code relates to cultural A programs dress code should allow for culture differences.
awareness and sensitivity?
Explain the attributes of an appropriate approach to 1. Clarify the problem - ask questions to understand the issue.
corrective coaching / discipline in the classroom? 2. Identify a workable solution - engage students in the solution
3. Application of the solution - have students work together to develop a plan of
action.
Describe how an EMS instructor's use and interpretation While body language is an important teaching tool, instructors must be sensitive
of body language relates to cultural awareness? to the different meanings that gestures may have across cultures.
Explain the difference between a goal and an objective. - Goal - Global. destined outcome
- Objective - Measurable. Steps to reach the goal.
What are the four elements that must be present in an - (A) Audience - who is the receiver of the information?
appropriately written objective? - (B) Behavior - expected outcome or capability the learner should exhibit after
the instruction
- (C) Condition - Circumstances that influences the performance of behavior
- (D) Degree - Standard of accuracy required for acceptable performance (e.g.
80%)
Which domain of learning focuses on the students ability Cognitive
to think and problem solve?
What are the Domains of Learning? 1. Cognitive
2. Affective
3. Psychomotor
, What are the levels of the Cognitive Domain? 1. Knowledge -
2. Comprehension -
3. Application -
4. Analysis -
5. Synthesis -
6. Evaluation -
What are the levels of the Affective Domain? 1. Receiving -
2. Responding -
3. Valuing -
4. Organizing -
5. Characterizing -
What are the levels of the Psychomotor Domain? 1. Imitation -
2. Manipulation -
3. Precision -
4. Articulation -
5. Naturalization -
What drives our personal conduct? Values
Identify 3 ethical challenges that an EMS instructor may 1. Advanced Directives
face and how the instructor should best deal with them? 2. Death
3. Confidentiality
What is the benefit of having students do icebreaker Promotes cultural awareness and creates an environment that is open and aware
activities so they learn about each other's backgrounds of cultural diversity.
and values during the first class session?
List five areas of potential liability for EMS Educators? 1. Student Injury
2. Inattentive Preceptor
3. Improper care during training
4. Student / Teacher relationships
5. Student safety
Under what circumstances can an instructor release 1. Employment
confidential student information under the provisions of 2. School Officials
the Family Education Rights to Privacy Act of 1974 3. Financial Aid
(FERPA)? 4. Accrediting Orgs
5. Subpoena / Justice
6. Health and Safety
