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HESI RN · HESI Fundamentals of Nursing · Infection Control Multiple Choice Questions and Answers PDF

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Question 1 of 5

Human Normal Immunoglobulin (HNIG):

A. When being used as post-exposure prophylaxis for Hepatitis A may protect against disease if given within 14 days of exposure
B. Live vaccines (except yellow fever vaccine) should preferably not be given for 3 months after administration of HNIG
C. Can provide protection lasting up to 2-3 years
D. Should not be given to those with an allergy to eggs

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: When being used as post-exposure prophylaxis for Hepatitis A may protect against disease if given within 14 days of exposure

Question 2 of 5

About childhood exanthemas, which of the following statements is CORRECT?

A. The causative agent is a virus.
B. Diagnosis is based on examination.
C. Paradoxically, the majority are adults.
D. Laboratory tests are usually not needed.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Laboratory tests are usually not needed.

Question 3 of 5

If a vaccine carries the Black Triangle symbol this indicates:

A. It is a vaccine which must be administered under hospital supervision
B. The vaccine is not yet licensed in the UK
C. All suspected reactions (serious and non-serious must be reported)
D. The vaccine can only be used on a named-patient basis

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: All suspected reactions (serious and non-serious must be reported)

Question 4 of 5

The following is/are true about quadrivalent ACWY vaccines for travel:

A. Immunisation with ACWY vaccine is recommended for long stay visitors to subSaharan Africa
B. Children under 1 need one dose of Menveo®
C. Children aged between 5 and 10 need 2 doses of Menveo® or Nimenrix
D. A dose of 4CMenB vaccine should routinely be given in conjunction with the ACWY vaccine to those travelling abroad

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Correct Answer: Immunisation with ACWY vaccine is recommended for long stay visitors to subSaharan Africa

Question 5 of 5

Identify the only correct practice:

A. Pouring antiseptic solutions from one bottle to another
B. Using the same pair of gloves for more than one patient
C. Touching a patient without thoroughly drying hands
D. Using alcohol handrub when hands are not visibly contaminated.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Using alcohol handrub when hands are not visibly contaminated.

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