567. Chapter 7&9 Test Flashcards
Condition produced when an infective agent becomes established in or on a suitable host; usually have signs and symptoms
infection
Contagious viral disease which has a sudden onset, fever, and severe aches and pains
influenza
viruses, bacteria or fungi that cannot be seen with the naked eye; also called germs
Microorganism
transfer an infectious agent from one person or place to another
Transmit
one-celled microorganisms that may cause infection
Bacteria (Singular- bacterium)
a type of microorganism like yeast and mold
fungus
Fungi (plural)
part of the digestive tract through which food passes after leaving the stomach that helps digest food and eliminates waste
Intestines
microorganisms that do not cause infection
Nonpathogenic
microorganisms or substances that can produce infection
Pathogenic
natural openings in the body where microorganisms can enter
Portal of Entry
a route taken by microorganisms leaving the body, such as blood and the natural openings of the body
Portal of Exit
a person, animal, or environment in which an infectious agent lies
Reservoir
a person who is not resistant to infection by a microorganism
Susceptible Host
a type of microorganism that survives only in living in things
Virus
contagious disease caused by a virus; one early symptom is a low-grade fever
Chicken Pox
impure or unclean
Contaminated
direct transfer of microorganisms from one person to another
Direct Transmission
transmission of infection by an intermediate object, such as food, water, medical equipment, or a person’s hands, into the portal of entry of a susceptible host.
Indirect Transmission
contagious disease caused by a virus, which produces red spots on the skin
Measles
route of infection that occurs when the reservoir coughs microorganisms into the air and a susceptible host breathes them into their lungs
Airborne Transmission
very frequent and liquid stool
Diarrhea
infectious, bacterial, communicable disease that primarily affects the lungs
Tuberculosis (TB)
drugs that reduce or kill microorganisms
Antibiotics
something that protects, or separates, a person from an infectious microorganism
Barrier
a thin, flexible covering commonly made of latex rubber, worn over the penis to reduce the risk of pregnancy and susceptibility to or transmission of sexually transmitted diseases
Condom
contagious bacterial venereal infection that is sexually transmitted
Gonorrhea
viral infection transmitted by contact with blood and other body fluids such as semen and vaginal secretions
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
protective covering for the face
Mask
the promotion of hygiene and prevention of disease by maintaining clean conditions
Sanitation
viral inflammation that affects the nerves in the skull and spine
Shingles
a chronic, contagious venereal infection that is sexually transmitted
Syphilis
administration of a vaccine to make the person immune (not susceptible) to a specific infection
Immunization
something that enters the body
Invasive
substances such as saliva, mucus, perspiration, tears, etc. that come out of the body
Secretions
anything that is harmful or potentially harmful to humans or the environment; contaminated material
Biohazardous
set apart from others
Isolation
Sudden, dramatic increase in cases of a particular disease or harmful organisms
Outbreak
written information sheets describing chemicals used in a facility
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
elimination or destruction of all microbial life
Sterilization
related to vomiting, as in an emesis basin
Emesis
infection or inflammation of the liver
Hepatitis
activities based on recommendations of CDC for facilities to use in handling blood, body fluids, secretions, excretions (except sweat), nonintact skin such as cuts and wounds, and mucous membranes to prevent infection
Standard Precautions
condition of being in direct or indirect contact with an infectious microorganism
Exposure
type of protein that the body produces to fight infection or illness
antibody
an agent that inactivates microorganisms or inanimate objects
disinfectant
to work together
Collaborate
Ways to promote effective communication (list 5)
- eye contact
- Speak clearly
- Show respect for residents by calling them by surname
- Always ask first
- Always assume that a resident can hear you
Techniques to improve communication with visually impaired
- room well lit
- encourage magnifying glass
- introduce yourself
- stand in clear view
- when appropriate touch them and let them know you’re there
- if they ask, read their mail/magazine
- describe things that will be used and tell them where it is
Techniques to improve communication with hearing impaired:
- eliminate background noise
- speak to stronger ear
- face the resident when you are talking
- touch the resident to get there attention
- encourage them to point to what they want
- encourage the use of hearing aids
- repeat what you said if they ask you?
depression or withdrawal
- spend extra time with them
- invite them to participate
- set goals for them
- tell them you’re proud when they participate
speech impairment
- encourage residents to point at what they are wanting
- ask questions they can answer yes or no to
- let them express their frustration
- tell other staff when you discover certain symbols mean certain things
