PORTAGE LEARNING
19/May/2026 — 9:32 AM
Module 5 Exam - Requires Respondus LockDown Browser + Webcam
Due No due date Points 100 Questions 33 Time Limit 120 Minutes Requires Respondus LockDown Browser
Instructions
Please read the following before beginning the exam:
You must TYPE your work for calculations or give an explanation for short answer questions in order to receive credit.
You may only use the methods and explanations provided by this course for your answers. The use of a method or
explanation that was not taught in this course is a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy.
You MUST only use the exam resource bank that is provided within the exam.
Any equation or constant used on an exam that is not from the exam resource bank and is different from the method
taught in this course will be considered an outside source and a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy.
During module exams you may not use any outside source of information such as the module, problem sets, notes,
Internet, tutor, etc.
The only items you are allowed to have in front of you are your computer, 1-2 pieces of blank scratch paper, a
calculator (non-cell phone), and a pen/pencil.
Your desk should be free of all other items and clutter.
Attempt History
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Question 1 pts
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A nursing student is preparing to collect a wound culture from a patient with a draining abscess. In your own words, explain
the hierarchy of personal protective equipment (PPE) selection according to the anticipated level of exposure, and describe
when gloves alone are sufficient versus when a gown, mask, and eye protection are required.
Answer: PPE selection follows the principle of matching protection to the anticipated exposure. Gloves alone are
sufficient for minimal contact with intact skin or non-infectious materials. A gown is added when there is risk of clothing
contamination with blood or body fluids. Mask and eye protection (face shield or goggles) are required when splashes
or sprays are anticipated, such as during wound irrigation, suctioning, or procedures near the airway. The hierarchy
progresses from standard precautions (gloves for all patient contact) to contact precautions (gown + gloves), droplet
precautions (surgical mask + eye protection), and airborne precautions (N95 respirator).
Correct!
Question 2 pts
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Universal precautions means any and all samples, whether known or unknown, are to be treated as __________.
Answer: potentially hazardous
Correct!
Question 3 pts
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Match the type of personal protective equipment to its primary indication:
PPE Primary Indication
1. N95 respirator a) Protection against blood and body fluid splashes to clothing
2. Surgical mask b) Protection against airborne particles <5 micrometers
3. Face shield c) Protection against droplets and splashes to mucous membranes
4. Impermeable gown d) Protection against large droplet transmission
Answer: 1-b, 2-d, 3-c, 4-a
Correct!
Question 4 pts
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Which of the following is the most appropriate PPE combination when performing endotracheal intubation on a patient with
suspected influenza?
a) Gloves only
b) Gloves + gown
c) Gloves + gown + surgical mask
d) Gloves + gown + N95 respirator + face shield
Correct!
Question 5 pts
19/May/2026 — 9:32 AM
Module 5 Exam - Requires Respondus LockDown Browser + Webcam
Due No due date Points 100 Questions 33 Time Limit 120 Minutes Requires Respondus LockDown Browser
Instructions
Please read the following before beginning the exam:
You must TYPE your work for calculations or give an explanation for short answer questions in order to receive credit.
You may only use the methods and explanations provided by this course for your answers. The use of a method or
explanation that was not taught in this course is a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy.
You MUST only use the exam resource bank that is provided within the exam.
Any equation or constant used on an exam that is not from the exam resource bank and is different from the method
taught in this course will be considered an outside source and a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy.
During module exams you may not use any outside source of information such as the module, problem sets, notes,
Internet, tutor, etc.
The only items you are allowed to have in front of you are your computer, 1-2 pieces of blank scratch paper, a
calculator (non-cell phone), and a pen/pencil.
Your desk should be free of all other items and clutter.
Attempt History
Attempt Time Score
LATEST
Question 1 pts
Resource Bank
Scientific Calculator
A nursing student is preparing to collect a wound culture from a patient with a draining abscess. In your own words, explain
the hierarchy of personal protective equipment (PPE) selection according to the anticipated level of exposure, and describe
when gloves alone are sufficient versus when a gown, mask, and eye protection are required.
Answer: PPE selection follows the principle of matching protection to the anticipated exposure. Gloves alone are
sufficient for minimal contact with intact skin or non-infectious materials. A gown is added when there is risk of clothing
contamination with blood or body fluids. Mask and eye protection (face shield or goggles) are required when splashes
or sprays are anticipated, such as during wound irrigation, suctioning, or procedures near the airway. The hierarchy
progresses from standard precautions (gloves for all patient contact) to contact precautions (gown + gloves), droplet
precautions (surgical mask + eye protection), and airborne precautions (N95 respirator).
Correct!
Question 2 pts
, Resource Bank
Scientific Calculator
Universal precautions means any and all samples, whether known or unknown, are to be treated as __________.
Answer: potentially hazardous
Correct!
Question 3 pts
Resource Bank
Scientific Calculator
Match the type of personal protective equipment to its primary indication:
PPE Primary Indication
1. N95 respirator a) Protection against blood and body fluid splashes to clothing
2. Surgical mask b) Protection against airborne particles <5 micrometers
3. Face shield c) Protection against droplets and splashes to mucous membranes
4. Impermeable gown d) Protection against large droplet transmission
Answer: 1-b, 2-d, 3-c, 4-a
Correct!
Question 4 pts
Resource Bank
Scientific Calculator
Which of the following is the most appropriate PPE combination when performing endotracheal intubation on a patient with
suspected influenza?
a) Gloves only
b) Gloves + gown
c) Gloves + gown + surgical mask
d) Gloves + gown + N95 respirator + face shield
Correct!
Question 5 pts
