Which of the following is not a recommended practice for proper maintenance of carpet? a. Vacuum high-traffic areas daily
b. Periodically perform a thorough deep cleaning (i.e. hot-water extraction or low moisture mitigation)
c. Mop with bucket of water and detergent
d. Spot clean and treat spills according to the manufacturer’s recommendations

Which of the following are common pathogens in a healthcare setting: a. C Diff
b. MRSA
c. Coronaviruses
d. All of the above

As far as vacuuming carpet in healthcare facilities, it’s important to a. Vacuum in both directions north to south and east to west across full field.
b. Determine vacuuming frequency based on the amount of traffic.
c. Heavy commercial traffic would require daily vacuuming, while offices might require less frequent vacuuming.
d. All of the above

Per the CDC, which of the below Statements are true? a. Extraordinary cleaning and decontamination of floors in healthcare settings is unwarranted.
b. Studies have demonstrated that disinfection of floors offers no advantage over regular detergent/water cleaning and has minimal or no impact on the occurrence of HAI’s.
c. Newly cleaned floors become rapidly re-contaminated.
d. All of the above are true

Which one of the below surfaces is defined by the CDC and other subject experts as a “Low-Touch” surface? a. Cubicle Curtains
b. Bedrails
c. Floors
d. Arms of Chairs

What percent of Healthcare Acquired Infections are due to Bacteria and associated pathogens a. 50%
b. 90%
c. 10%
d. 100%

Which of the statements below are true? a. A HAI is the result of a treatment in a hospital or healthcare service unit where a patient acquires an infection that he/she did not have prior to being admitted
b. HAI’s cost our hospital systems $28-$45 Billion per year.
c. 1.7 Million Americans develop Healthcare Acquired Infections annually.
d. All of the above are true

Which of the following is NOT TRUE about flooring in a healthcare setting? a. Contributes to the overall design influencing patients and visitors perception about the ability of an organization to provide safe, quality and comfortable care
b. Has no effect on Acoustics, Ergonomics (staff fatigue) and Safety (slips, trips and falls)
c. Can affect Indoor air quality (IAQ)
d. Can provide occupant and staff satisfaction

Per the CDC and other subject matter experts, is there a recommendation or proven advantage for floors that have fungicidal or bactericidal treatments? a. Yes
b. No

It is recommended to use resilient or hard surface materials in areas where spills are likely to occur and where patients may be at greater risk for infection. a. True
b. False

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