Standard Precautions Are Required When

question 24

Multiple Choice

Standard precautions are required when

• A) An infection is spread by indirect contact with an organism.
• B) Caring for any patient, regardless of whether an infection has been identified.
• C) A pathogen can spread via moist droplets.
• D) An infection that is transmitted on air currents is present.

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Definitions:

Police Officers

Law enforcement officials who are empowered to uphold and enforce the laws and to protect citizens and their property.

Newborn Children

Very young babies, typically considered to be those under one month old, who are adapting to life outside the womb.

Girls

Female humans, often referred to when they are children or adolescents before becoming women.

Countries

Nation-states with defined territories and governments recognized by other states.