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A nurse is caring for a patient with a fungal skin infection. Fungi are eukaryotic organisms that obtain nutrients by:

A. Photosynthesis
B. Phagocytosis
C. Absorption
D. Chemosynthesis
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A patient develops a urinary tract infection after prolonged catheterization. This type of infection, acquired in a healthcare setting, is known as a:

A. Community-acquired infection
B. Opportunistic infection
C. Healthcare-associated infection (HAI)
D. Localized infection
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A sterile dressing change is being performed. Sterilization is the process of:

A. Reducing the number of microorganisms on living tissue.
B. Eliminating all microorganisms, including spores.
C. Reducing the number of microorganisms on inanimate objects.
D. Inhibiting the growth of microorganisms.
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A nurse is educating a patient about preventing the spread of the common cold, which is caused by a virus. Viruses are unique microorganisms because they:

A. Are single-celled organisms that can reproduce independently.
B. Possess both DNA and RNA simultaneously.
C. Require a living host cell for replication.
D. Are easily treated with standard antibiotics.
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A nurse is preparing to administer medication to a patient. To prevent healthcare-associated infections, the nurse must perform hand hygiene. The most effective method for routine hand hygiene in a clinical setting is:

A. Washing hands with plain soap and water for 5 seconds.
B. Using alcohol-based hand rub if hands are not visibly soiled.
C. Rinsing hands under running water only.
D. Wiping hands with a dry cloth.
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What is the primary focus of “outcomes research” in nursing?

A. To describe nurses' experiences.
B. To evaluate the end results of patient care, interventions, or health services.
C. To develop new nursing theories.
D. To explore historical nursing events.
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