CNA Practice Test
Infection controlQuestion 224 of 1700

What is PPE used for?

  1. To lift residents safely from bed
  2. To measure the vital signs of residents
  3. To prevent the spread of infection
  4. To keep the clean linens in order
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Correct answer: To prevent the spread of infection

PPE is a barrier. It protects the worker and also keeps germs from reaching other people.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 4.5: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Practice infection control

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026