NYS INFECTION CONTROL MANDATED
TRAINING EXAM 2025 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
A healthcare worker who is HIV-positive expresses concern about confidentiality related to the
condition. Which of the following statements provide accurate information about the
healthcare worker's right to confidentiality? - ANS The worker is protected by the New York
State HIV confidentiality law and is not required to disclose HIV status to patients or employers.
Which of the following would be considered an occupational health goal for preventing
infection in a healthcare setting? - ANS Protecting healthcare workers from communicable
diseases.
A healthcare worker is observed cleaning instruments prior to sterilization. Which of these
actions of the worker represents an error that requires correction? - ANS The worker cleans
the instruments in a hand-washing sink
Which of the following pathogens, that the healthcare worker may encounter in their work
environment is the least susceptible to sterilization processes and disinfecting agents? -
ANS Prion agents
To insure proper processing of items and equipment for patient care, it is essential to use -
ANS The manufacturer's recommendations.
Which of the following practices would result in contamination? - ANS Reusing single-use
equipment without reprocessing.
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TRAINING EXAM 2025 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS
A healthcare worker who is HIV-positive expresses concern about confidentiality related to the
condition. Which of the following statements provide accurate information about the
healthcare worker's right to confidentiality? - ANS The worker is protected by the New York
State HIV confidentiality law and is not required to disclose HIV status to patients or employers.
Which of the following would be considered an occupational health goal for preventing
infection in a healthcare setting? - ANS Protecting healthcare workers from communicable
diseases.
A healthcare worker is observed cleaning instruments prior to sterilization. Which of these
actions of the worker represents an error that requires correction? - ANS The worker cleans
the instruments in a hand-washing sink
Which of the following pathogens, that the healthcare worker may encounter in their work
environment is the least susceptible to sterilization processes and disinfecting agents? -
ANS Prion agents
To insure proper processing of items and equipment for patient care, it is essential to use -
ANS The manufacturer's recommendations.
Which of the following practices would result in contamination? - ANS Reusing single-use
equipment without reprocessing.
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