ASEPSIS Flashcards
Time from entrance of pathogen into the body to appearance of first symptoms; during this time pathogens grow and multiply
incubation
time from onset of nonspecific symptoms such as fever, malaise, and fatigue to move specific symptoms
prodromal
time during which child demonstrates signs and symptoms specific to infection type
illness
time when acute symptoms of illness disappear
convalescence
single most effective way to prevent the spread of communicable diseases
hand washing
The physical removal of visible dirt and debris
cleaning
refers to the elimination of virtually all pathogenic organisms on inanimate objects and surfaces thereby reducing the level of microbial contamination to an acceptably safe level
disinfection
a process of destruction of all forms of living microorganisms from a surface or substance
sterilization
Surgical mask, alcohol hand wash/spray
LEVEL 1 PPE
Surgical mask, googles or face shield
LEVEL 2 PPE
N95 mask, googles or face shield, gloves, surgical cap, scrub suits, gowns (coveralls), shoe covers
LEVEL 3 PPE
N95 mask (or PAPR), googles or face shield, double gloves, surgical cap, scrub suits, coveralls, dedicated shoes, shoe covers
LEVEL 4 PPE
lower risk level of transmission
green zone
moderate risk level of transmission
orange zone
high risk level of transmission
red/hot zone