SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Testing

Competency Assessment

Theoretical Test

Instructions:

 The moderator will provide the tester with this sheet.

 The testers will be required to ALL multiple-choice questions on content presented in the training.

 For each correct item, the tester will obtain 1 point.

 8 points are required for a passing score.

Tester’s name: _____________________ Date (dd/mm/yy): __ __/__ __/__ __

SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Testing Questions Answered correctly If NO add comment

1. Select the correct answer(s)-in which of the following scenarios is SARS-CoV-2 Antigen YES NO

testing recommended?

£ Respond to suspected outbreaks in remote settings, institutions and semi closed communities

where multiple positive antigen tests are highly suggestive of a COVID outbreak

£ Support outbreak investigations, where antigen tests can help screen at-risk individuals and

rapidly isolate positive cases

£ Monitor trends in disease incidence in communities, particularly for essential workers and

HCWs during outbreaks

£ Where there is widespread community transmission, antigen testing may be used for early

detection and isolation, including for contact tracing

£ Testing of asymptomatic contacts of cases may be considered even if the antigen test is not

specifically authorized for this use

2. What biosafety level is recommended for SARS-CoV-2 Antigen testing? YES NO

£ High

£ Moderate

£ Low

3. Select the correct answer(s)-what PPE is required for sample collection? YES NO

£ Non-sterile gloves; single use only

£ Gown

£ Eye protection

£ N95 respirator
4. Select the correct answer(s)- Which supplies should be part of the workstation set-up? YES NO

£ Non-sterile gloves; single use

£ Timer

£ QC sample

£ Disinfectant

£ Supervision checklist

5. A respirator or face Mask is medical device covering the mouth, nose and chin to ensure a YES NO

barrier that limits the transition of an infective agent which of following are best Practices:

£ Before putting on a mask, clean hands with alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water

£ Cover mouth and nose with mask and make sure there are no gaps between your face and

the mask

£ Avoid touching the mask while using it; if you do, clean your hands with alcohol-based hand

rub or soap and water

£ To remove the mask: remove it from front of the mask (immediately in a closed bin

YES NO
6. Goggles or Face Shield protects for face, mouth, nose, and eyes against splashes, sprays,

and respiratory droplets. Which of the following is false;

£ Wear when performing activities likely to generate splashes or sprays of blood, body fluids,

secretions, or excretions

£ Remove eye protection before leaving the patient or care area or the lab

£ Reusable eye protection (e.g., goggles) must be cleaned and disinfected according to

manufacturer’s reprocessing instructions prior to re-use

extended use or reuse

7. True or False? QC consists of samples with known POSITIVE or NEGATIVE results that are YES NO

tested with batches of patient samples

£ True

£ False

YES NO
8. When should a root cause analysis be conducted?

£ After a SARS-CoV-2 positive test result of an asymptomatic patient

£ When a new lot of tests arrive in facility

£ When a QC test result does not match the expected result

YES NO
9. True or False: Record Keeping is obligatory and leads to better communication,

dissemination of information, allocation of resources, and patient care.

£  True

£  False
 YES NO
10. What factors would you consider to choose the type of samples to collect for SARS-CoV-2

antigen RDT testing

£ Clinical presentation of the patient

£ Choice of the patient depending on their convenience

£ Depending on the kit specification/instructions for use

£ All the above

YES NO
11. Which of the following sample types can be used to perform a SARS-CoV-2 Ag Antigen RDT

test?

£ Nasal pharyngeal, oral pharyngeal, nasal swab

£ Nasal swab, blood, sputum

£ As indicated by the manufacturer of the test kit

£ All the above

YES NO
12. To ensure quality of results produced the following must be implemented

£ A good-quality Rapid Tests product is purchased, and then transported and stored according

to the manufacturer’s instructions to maximize quality

£ Users must be trained and supervised, with a mechanism for users to report

concerns/complaints
£ QA/QC is performed as scheduled

£ For as long as the Kits are not expired.

£ Performing the test according to manufacturer instructions

YES NO
13. Which of the following is true about SARS-CoV-2 Antigen testing?

£ Detects specific proteins on the surface of the virus

£ Used to identify past infection

£ Used for diagnosis, screening and infection clearance

£ Used for diagnosis, screening and surveillance

£ All the above

14. Which of the following are consequences of inaccurate results?

£ Patients are reluctant to be retested (invasive, uncomfortable testing procedure)

£ Errors increase risk of transmission among households and communities

£ Consequences like these complicate pandemic response efforts

£ All the above

Score / Number of correct answers / 10 …………… %

Moderator’s name: _____________________ Date (dd/mm/yy): __ __/__ __/__ __