Preclinical DH Infection Control Training
Questions and Correct Answers
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to personal protective
equipment (PPE)?
A. The wearing of PPE is mandated by Standard and Transmission-Based
Precautions.
B. PPE are medical devices designed to protect healthcare personnel from acquiring
healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
C. In healthcare settings PPE include the use of surgical gowns, surgical masks,
respirators, goggles, face shields, and gloves.
D. All of the above are correct.
✓ ~~~ D. All of the above are correct.
Which of the following federal agencies is the nation's health protection agency that
makes evidence-based recommendations related to the prevention and control of
disease, injury, and disability?
A. CDC
B. NIOSH
C. OSHA
D. FDA
, ✓ ~~~ A. CDC
Which of the following federal agencies is responsible for setting and enforcing
regulations to assure safe and healthy working conditions?
A. CDC
B. NIOSH
C. OSHA
D. FDA
✓ ~~~ C. OSHA
A medical device for which general regulatory controls alone cannot assure safety
and effectiveness is categorized by the FDA as a ____________________.
A. Class I medical device
B. Class II medical device
C. Class III medical device
D. All of the above are correct.
✓ ~~~ B. Class II medical device
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to PPE?
,A. The CDC issues recommendations for when, what, and how PPE should be used
to prevent exposure to infectious pathogens.
B. OSHA regulations require that employers provide their employees with
appropriate PPE.
C. Key elements to consider when selecting PPE include the type of anticipated
exposure, the durability and appropriateness of the PPE for the task, and the fit.
D. All of the above are correct.
✓ ~~~ D. All of the above
All of the following statements related to protective clothing are correct EXCEPT
which one?
A. Surgical gowns must be worn by OHCP whenever splash, spatter, spray, and
aerosols of blood or OPIM are anticipated during the clinical process.
B. Scrubs, or clinical and laboratory coats or jackets worn for comfort and/or
purposes of identity are considered appropriate PPE.
C. Surgical gowns should have long sleeves to protect the wrists and forearms.
D. Surgical gowns should cover the torso from neck to knees and wrap around the
back to prevent contamination of street the clothes.
✓ ~~~ B. Scrubs, or clinical and laboratory coats or jackets worn for comfort and/or
purposes of identity are considered appropriate PPE.
, All of the following statements are correct with respect to surgical gowns EXCEPT
which one?
A. Disposable and reusable surgical gowns are Class I medical devices.
B. Repellency and pore size of the fabric affect blood and OPIM penetration of the
barrier and contribute to gown performance.
C. Regardless of the material used to manufacture surgical gowns, they must be
resistant to liquid and microbial penetration.
D. Several gown sizes should be available in oral healthcare settings to ensure
appropriate coverage for all staff members.
✓ ~~~ A. Disposable and reusable surgical gowns are Class I medical devices.
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the use of surgical
gowns?
A. Surgical gowns should be changed between patients.
B. When penetrated by blood or OPIM, even intra-procedure, surgical gowns should
be changed as soon as possible.
C. Surgical gowns should be changed before leaving patient-care areas.
D. All of the above are correct.
✓ ~~~ D. All of the above are correct
Questions and Correct Answers
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to personal protective
equipment (PPE)?
A. The wearing of PPE is mandated by Standard and Transmission-Based
Precautions.
B. PPE are medical devices designed to protect healthcare personnel from acquiring
healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
C. In healthcare settings PPE include the use of surgical gowns, surgical masks,
respirators, goggles, face shields, and gloves.
D. All of the above are correct.
✓ ~~~ D. All of the above are correct.
Which of the following federal agencies is the nation's health protection agency that
makes evidence-based recommendations related to the prevention and control of
disease, injury, and disability?
A. CDC
B. NIOSH
C. OSHA
D. FDA
, ✓ ~~~ A. CDC
Which of the following federal agencies is responsible for setting and enforcing
regulations to assure safe and healthy working conditions?
A. CDC
B. NIOSH
C. OSHA
D. FDA
✓ ~~~ C. OSHA
A medical device for which general regulatory controls alone cannot assure safety
and effectiveness is categorized by the FDA as a ____________________.
A. Class I medical device
B. Class II medical device
C. Class III medical device
D. All of the above are correct.
✓ ~~~ B. Class II medical device
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to PPE?
,A. The CDC issues recommendations for when, what, and how PPE should be used
to prevent exposure to infectious pathogens.
B. OSHA regulations require that employers provide their employees with
appropriate PPE.
C. Key elements to consider when selecting PPE include the type of anticipated
exposure, the durability and appropriateness of the PPE for the task, and the fit.
D. All of the above are correct.
✓ ~~~ D. All of the above
All of the following statements related to protective clothing are correct EXCEPT
which one?
A. Surgical gowns must be worn by OHCP whenever splash, spatter, spray, and
aerosols of blood or OPIM are anticipated during the clinical process.
B. Scrubs, or clinical and laboratory coats or jackets worn for comfort and/or
purposes of identity are considered appropriate PPE.
C. Surgical gowns should have long sleeves to protect the wrists and forearms.
D. Surgical gowns should cover the torso from neck to knees and wrap around the
back to prevent contamination of street the clothes.
✓ ~~~ B. Scrubs, or clinical and laboratory coats or jackets worn for comfort and/or
purposes of identity are considered appropriate PPE.
, All of the following statements are correct with respect to surgical gowns EXCEPT
which one?
A. Disposable and reusable surgical gowns are Class I medical devices.
B. Repellency and pore size of the fabric affect blood and OPIM penetration of the
barrier and contribute to gown performance.
C. Regardless of the material used to manufacture surgical gowns, they must be
resistant to liquid and microbial penetration.
D. Several gown sizes should be available in oral healthcare settings to ensure
appropriate coverage for all staff members.
✓ ~~~ A. Disposable and reusable surgical gowns are Class I medical devices.
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the use of surgical
gowns?
A. Surgical gowns should be changed between patients.
B. When penetrated by blood or OPIM, even intra-procedure, surgical gowns should
be changed as soon as possible.
C. Surgical gowns should be changed before leaving patient-care areas.
D. All of the above are correct.
✓ ~~~ D. All of the above are correct
