Antiseptics Flashcards
1
Q
Antiseptic
A
agent used to clean living tissue
2
Q
Disinfectant
A
agent used to clean surfaces, nonliving
3
Q
Bacteriostatic
A
inhibits growth of bacteria but it doesn’t kill them
4
Q
70% Isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol)
A
most common antiseptic, bacteriostatic
5
Q
Povidone iodine
A
can be used for arterial or blood culture, sometimes affects results
6
Q
Chlorhexidine gluconate
A
used for blood cultures or those sensitive to iodine
7
Q
Which antiseptic is not for use on kids 2 months and younger?
A
chlorhexidine gluconate
8
Q
Why is povidone iodine not recommended for dermals?
A
may elevate test results for BURPP
9
Q
BURPP
A
bilirubin, uric acid,phosphorus, and potassium
10
Q
Alcohol should be allowed to dry completely prior to skin puncture to what?
A
prevent lysis of red blood cells
