Infection Control Nurses in Two Hospitals Located in the Same

question 7

Multiple Choice

Infection control nurses in two hospitals located in the same county notice an increase in positive labs for Escherichia coli (E. coli) O157:H7 infections in their patients. They then join the investigative team at the public health department to assist in an investigation to determine if there is a possible outbreak. Which list below reflects the order of steps taken in an outbreak investigation?

• A)Define a case, collect data on each case, plot an epidemic curve, generate a hypothesis.
• B)Generate a hypothesis, define a case, collect data on each case, plot an epidemic curve.
• C)Plot an epidemic curve, generate a hypothesis, define a case, collect data on each case.
• D)Collect data on each case, define a case, plot an epidemic curve, generate a hypothesis.

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Definitions:

Salivary Glands

Glands located around the mouth that produce saliva, aiding in digestion and oral health.

Salivate

The secretion of saliva from the salivary glands in the mouth, often in response to the sight, smell, or taste of food.

Chronic Lung Disease

A general term for long-term respiratory problems that inhibit lung function, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma.

Hypertension

A condition characterized by consistently high blood pressure levels, often leading to serious health risks such as heart disease and stroke.