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Question 1 of 5

Which ONE of the following is consistent with scarlet fever:

A. Punctate rash on neck and trunk

B. Circumoral erythema

C. Geographic tongue

D. Only occurs in association with streptococcal pharyngitis

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Circumoral erythema

Question 2 of 5

On June 1st, there were 25 surgical patients in the hospital. Two of these were post-op SSIs identified in May. During the month 5 additional SSIs were admitted. A total of 60 surgeries were performed in June. What is the numerator for a June incidence rate?

A. 25

B. 5

C. 7

D. 8.3

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 5

Question 3 of 5

Indications for hand antisepsis

A. Before invasive procedure

B. When persistent antimicrobial activity on the hands is desired

C. In ICU patients

D. All of the above

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: All of the above

Question 4 of 5

Hand hygiene using alcohol-based handrub rather than soap and water:

A. Is less effective than soap and water

B. Takes longer to perform

C. Causes more skin irritation

D. Results in greater reduction in bacterial numbers.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Results in greater reduction in bacterial numbers.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following types of hand washing are most widely used in health center facilities before a procedure involving contact with tissues?

A. Soap and running water

B. Antiseptic and running water

C. Alcohol rub

D. None of the above.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Antiseptic and running water

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