Question

28 multiple choice 1 point during an infection control audit, a room is found with poor ventilation contributing to the potential for airborne pathogens. what additional intervention can be applied to mitigate this risk? limit the number of patients in the room without addressing air flow use portable hepa filters and improve air exchange rates increase the use of chemical disinfectants on surfaces require staff to wear double masks without ventilation changes clear my selection

Explanation:

To mitigate the risk of airborne pathogens due to poor ventilation, improving air - exchange rates and filtering the air are effective strategies. Portable HEPA filters can capture small particles including pathogens. Limiting patients without addressing airflow doesn't solve the ventilation problem. Increasing surface disinfectants won't deal with airborne pathogens. Requiring double masks without ventilation changes is not the best way to address the root cause of poor air quality.

Answer:

B. Use portable HEPA filters and improve air exchange rates