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⚠️ High-Yield Rapid Revision: Infection Control & Microbiology!

1️⃣ Nosocomial Infections (Hospital-Acquired):
• Most common site/type $\rightarrow$ UTI (primarily catheter-associated via CAUTI).2️⃣ Sterilization Standards:
• Autoclave: $121^\circ\text{C}$, $15\text{ psi}$, $15–20\text{ minutes}$ (destroys all microorganisms including bacterial spores).
• Dry Heat (Hot Air Oven): $160^\circ\text{C}$ for $1\text{ hour}$.3️⃣ Hand Hygiene Protocols:
• Alcohol-based rub: Minimum 20 seconds.
• Surgical hand scrub: 5 minutes.💡 Quick Exam Question for You: Which phase of the standard Chain of Infection involves droplets or direct contact? Drop your answers in the comments below! 👇

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Ak Institute for Nurses

⚠️ High-Yield Rapid Revision: Infection Control & Microbiology!

1️⃣ Nosocomial Infections (Hospital-Acquired):
• Most common site/type $\rightarrow$ UTI (primarily catheter-associated via CAUTI).2️⃣ Sterilization Standards:
• Autoclave: $121^\circ\text{C}$, $15\text{ psi}$, $15–20\text{ minutes}$ (destroys all microorganisms including bacterial spores).
• Dry Heat (Hot Air Oven): $160^\circ\text{C}$ for $1\text{ hour}$.3️⃣ Hand Hygiene Protocols:
• Alcohol-based rub: Minimum 20 seconds.
• Surgical hand scrub: 5 minutes.💡 Quick Exam Question for You: Which phase of the standard Chain of Infection involves droplets or direct contact? Drop your answers in the comments below! 👇

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🩺 Gastrointestinal Motility & Physiology Check! 🧠⚡

Let's test your anatomical and physiological clarity! Can you correctly identify which type of motility is primarily responsible for thoroughly mixing the chime with enzymes in the small intestine? 👇

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Can you name what’s shown in the picture? Drop your answer in the comments before checking the answer post. 👇

Tag a nursing friend and test them too!

#NursingQuiz #IdentifyTheImage #NursingStudents #NursingExam #NORCET #StaffNurse #NursingEducation #MedicalQuiz

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A patient is diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis. Which respiratory protection is most appropriate for healthcare workers entering the patient's room?

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A patient with raised intracranial pressure develops hypertension, bradycardia and irregular respiration. This clinical presentation is known as

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A woman develops severe postpartum haemorrhage due to uterine atony despite uterine massage and oxytocin administration. Which intervention may be considered next if there is no contraindication

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A patient with acute kidney injury has potassium of 7.2 mEq/L and ECG changes showing widened QRS complexes. Which intervention should be prioritised?

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A patient receiving magnesium sulphate for severe pre-eclampsia develops absent deep tendon reflexes, respiratory depression and reduced urine output. Which drug is the antidote?

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What is the most likely acid-base imbalance?
1.A patient's ABG report shows:
. pH = 7.25
. PaCO₂ = 60 mmHg . HCO₃⁻ = 26 mEq/L

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