Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Practice Exam

Standard precautions are essential practices that healthcare workers implement for every patient or resident, regardless of their diagnosis or infection status. The goal of these precautions is to minimize the risk of spreading infections and to protect both healthcare workers and patients. These practices include hand hygiene, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary, and the safe handling and disposal of sharps and contaminated materials. These precautions are fundamental to infection control and are based on the principle that all blood and body fluids may be potentially infectious. Therefore, by adhering to standard precautions, healthcare workers create a safer environment for everyone involved in care.