COPE Health Scholars Modules 12 –
22 Exam Questions & Answers7
All transmission-based precautions have the following in common EXCEPT: - ANSWERS-Can be
eliminated if strict hand washing were enforced at all times
- Not all diseases can be prevented by hand washing (i.e. airborne)
- Not elimination, but prevention
What is the required wet time for TB AND C. diff spores when using the following Dispatch
wipes? - ANSWERS-TB: 2 minutes; C. diff: 3 minutes
Upon leaving a patient's room where you assisted the patient to the bathroom, you notice you
are in a contact isolation room. What should you do? - ANSWERS-1) Notify the Charge Nurse
that you did not wear the appropriate PPE (gloves and gown) while in the room
2) Notify program Manager (888-248-2914)
3) Thoroughly wash hands with soap and water
4) Examine clothing to ensure there was no contact with the patient's body fluids
You are working with an older lady that reminds you of your grandmother. It is okay to call her
"sweetie pie" because she is sweet. - ANSWERS-FALSE
Always maintain professional boundaries.
, Cultural Awareness is NOT: - ANSWERS-*Knowing where someone was born*
Cultural awareness involves:
- Knowing, utilizing and appreciating the culture of another in assisting with the resolutions of a
problem
- Conscious and informed recognition of differences and similarities among ethnic groups
You are working with a person that has a language barrier and is trying to tell you something
you don't understand. You should NOT: - ANSWERS-*Walk away.*
ALWAYS listen to patient:
- Allow time for the person to express
- Do not make assumptions
Which of the following is NOT an example of harassment? - ANSWERS-*A high five.*
Harassment can include:
- Negative stereotype
- Unwelcome sexual propositions
- Unwanted touching
Which of the following symptoms is a sign that you might faint? - ANSWERS-Loss of vision
While assisting to clean a patient with a case of explosive bloody diarrhea, you begin to feel
dizzy, light-headed and nauseous. All of a sudden you wake up & find yourself laying down on a
gurney in the Emergency Dept. What could you have done to prevent this situation? -
ANSWERS-Performed internal checks before going into the room
22 Exam Questions & Answers7
All transmission-based precautions have the following in common EXCEPT: - ANSWERS-Can be
eliminated if strict hand washing were enforced at all times
- Not all diseases can be prevented by hand washing (i.e. airborne)
- Not elimination, but prevention
What is the required wet time for TB AND C. diff spores when using the following Dispatch
wipes? - ANSWERS-TB: 2 minutes; C. diff: 3 minutes
Upon leaving a patient's room where you assisted the patient to the bathroom, you notice you
are in a contact isolation room. What should you do? - ANSWERS-1) Notify the Charge Nurse
that you did not wear the appropriate PPE (gloves and gown) while in the room
2) Notify program Manager (888-248-2914)
3) Thoroughly wash hands with soap and water
4) Examine clothing to ensure there was no contact with the patient's body fluids
You are working with an older lady that reminds you of your grandmother. It is okay to call her
"sweetie pie" because she is sweet. - ANSWERS-FALSE
Always maintain professional boundaries.
, Cultural Awareness is NOT: - ANSWERS-*Knowing where someone was born*
Cultural awareness involves:
- Knowing, utilizing and appreciating the culture of another in assisting with the resolutions of a
problem
- Conscious and informed recognition of differences and similarities among ethnic groups
You are working with a person that has a language barrier and is trying to tell you something
you don't understand. You should NOT: - ANSWERS-*Walk away.*
ALWAYS listen to patient:
- Allow time for the person to express
- Do not make assumptions
Which of the following is NOT an example of harassment? - ANSWERS-*A high five.*
Harassment can include:
- Negative stereotype
- Unwelcome sexual propositions
- Unwanted touching
Which of the following symptoms is a sign that you might faint? - ANSWERS-Loss of vision
While assisting to clean a patient with a case of explosive bloody diarrhea, you begin to feel
dizzy, light-headed and nauseous. All of a sudden you wake up & find yourself laying down on a
gurney in the Emergency Dept. What could you have done to prevent this situation? -
ANSWERS-Performed internal checks before going into the room
