1. Which of the following is the most effective way to

prevent the spread of infection in a clinical setting?

a) Wearing gloves and a mask at all times

b) Washing hands before and after contact with patients

c) Disinfecting all surfaces and equipment regularly

d) All of the above

Answer: D. All of the above are important measures to

prevent the transmission of pathogens in a clinical setting.

Hand hygiene is the most basic and essential practice, but it

should be complemented by the use of personal protective

equipment (PPE) and environmental cleaning.

2. What is the difference between standard precautions and

transmission-based precautions?

a) Standard precautions apply to all patients, while

transmission-based precautions apply to specific patients

with known or suspected infections

b) Standard precautions are based on the mode of

transmission, while transmission-based precautions are

based on the type of infection

c) Standard precautions are mandatory, while transmissionbased precautions are optional

d) Standard precautions are outdated, while transmissionbased precautions are current

Answer: A. Standard precautions are the minimum

infection prevention practices that apply to all patient care,

regardless of suspected or confirmed infection status. They

include hand hygiene, use of PPE, safe injection practices,