NURS 6001 EXAM
1|COMPREHENSIVE Q&A FOR
CERTIFICATION SUCCESS 2026
factors predisposing patient's to nosocomial infections - correct-answer -use of
invasive medical devices and antibiotic-resistant organisms developed in hospitals
Asepsis/aseptic technique - correct-answer -All activities done to prevent or
break the chain of infection, two categories- medical and surgical asepsis
medical asepsis - correct-answer -reduce the number and transfer of pathogens,
clean technique
surgical asepsis - correct-answer -keep objects and areas free from
microorganisms. sterile technique
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number of organisms - correct-answer -more organisms present the longer it
takes to destroy them
factors that reduce the incidence of healthcare-associated infection - correct-
answer -asepsis/aseptic technique, nature and number or organisms present,
equipment being used, sterilization and disinfection
sterilization - correct-answer -process by which all microorganisms are destroyed,
including spores
disinfection - correct-answer -process by which all microorganisms are destroyed,
except spores
standard precautions - correct-answer -used in care of all hospitalized patients,
applies to blood, body fluids, secretions, excretions, broken skin, mucous
membranes
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transmission based precautions - correct-answer -used in addition to standard
precautions for patients with suspected infection, includes airborne or droplet or
contact precautions
isolation - correct-answer -protective aseptic techniques. protective procedure
designed to prevent the transmission of specific organisms
cdc guidelines - correct-answer -standard and transmission-based precautions
PPE - correct-answer -gloves, gown, masks, protective eye gear
factors that affect safety in an individual's environment - correct-answer -
developmental considerations, lifestyle, mobility, sensory perceptions,
knowledge, ability to communicate, physical health state, and psychosocial health
state
developmental considerations for neonate and infants - correct-answer -never
leave infant unattended, use crib rails, monitor choking hazards and car seats