CBIC CIC Practice Questions - Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) Exam - CBIC CIC Practice Questions - Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) Exam

Question 1

An infection control professional is reviewing the hospital's hand hygiene protocol. Which of the following is the MOST important component to include for preventing the spread of Clostridium difficile?

Using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer before and after patient contact. Washing hands with soap and water after caring for a patient with C. difficile. Wearing gloves for all patient contact. Using a chlorhexidine-based soap for handwashing.

Correct Answer:

Washing hands with soap and water after caring for a patient with C. difficile.

Question 2

Which of the following is the PRIMARY purpose of an infection control surveillance program?

To punish healthcare workers who do not follow infection control policies. To identify and track healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) to guide prevention efforts. To report all infections to the public health department. To reduce the cost of antibiotics used in the facility.

Correct Answer:

To identify and track healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) to guide prevention efforts.

Question 3

A patient is admitted with suspected pulmonary tuberculosis. What type of transmission-based precautions should be implemented?

Contact precautions Droplet precautions Airborne precautions Standard precautions

Correct Answer:

Airborne precautions

Question 4

A healthcare worker sustains a needlestick injury from a patient who is known to be HIV positive. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?

Immediately go to the emergency department. Wash the area with soap and water and report the exposure. Squeeze the wound to express as much blood as possible. Wait to see if any symptoms develop before seeking medical attention.

Correct Answer:

Wash the area with soap and water and report the exposure.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a critical item that requires sterilization?

A blood pressure cuff A stethoscope A surgical instrument A bedpan

Correct Answer:

A surgical instrument

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Prepare with the CBIC CIC Practice Questions - Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 100 questions covering infection, control, professional, hospital, and patient. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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