TEST BANK EXAM LATEST UPDATED 2026/2027
Questions and 100% Correct Verified Answers
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Question 1
This is the process that involves a soaking or wiping process and inhibits
the activity of disease-causing organisms.
a) Sterilization
b) Sanitizing
c) Disinfection
d) Treated with antiseptics
VERIFIED ANSWER: c) Disinfection
Rationale: Disinfection destroys most microorganisms but does not kill
all spores.
Question 2
The process used for supplies that would come in contact with internal
body tissue or an open wound. It involves the use of heat (steam) and an
autoclave.
,a) Disinfection
b) Sterilization
c) Surgical Asepsis
d) Sanitization
VERIFIED ANSWER: b) Sterilization
Rationale: Sterilization is required for all instruments that penetrate the
skin. Autoclaving is the most common method.
Question 3
You are taking vitals on a patient and they complain that they have
dizziness every once in a while. What type of symptom is this?
a) Familial
b) Subjective
c) Objective
d) Social
VERIFIED ANSWER: b) Subjective
Rationale: Subjective data is obtained from a conversation with the
patient.
Question 4
,You are taking vitals on a patient and they complain their right eye is
throbbing. Their right eye is swollen and bruised. What type of symptom is
this?
a) Familial
b) Subjective
c) Social
d) Objective
VERIFIED ANSWER: d) Objective
Rationale: Objective data is readily apparent and measurable.
Question 5
If you are recording a patient's height and are using centimeters, what is
the conversion formula to go from centimeters to inches?
a) Multiply by 2.5
b) Subtract 2.5 from the number
c) Divide by 2.5
d) Add 2.5 to the number
VERIFIED ANSWER: c) Divide by 2.5
Rationale: cm ÷ 2.54 = inches. Dividing by 2.5 is an acceptable
approximation.
, Question 6
You are taking the vitals of a patient with pneumonia. The patient coughs
near your face. What could you have done to minimize the risk of
contracting the disease?
a) Put on goggles before entering the room
b) Sterilize the examination room
c) Wash your face as soon as the incident occurs
d) Ask the patient to look the other way while coughing
VERIFIED ANSWER: d) Ask the patient to look the other way while
coughing
Rationale: Standard Precautions include cough etiquette: covering the
mouth and providing at least 3 feet of space.
Question 7
Which of the following liquids is used in an autoclave to sterilize
instruments and supplies?
a) Alcohol
b) Sterile water
c) Tap water
d) Distilled water
VERIFIED ANSWER: d) Distilled water