Asepsis and Infection Control Flashcards
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Infectious Agents
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Bacteria, viruses, and fungi
2
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Resevoir
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Natural Habitat of the organism
3
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Portal of Entry
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Point at which organisms enter a new host
4
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Portal of Exit
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Point of escape for the organism
5
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Means of Transmission
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Direct contact, indirect contact, airborne route
6
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Susceptible Host
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must overcome resistance mounted by host’s weakness
7
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Which of the following is the most significant and commonly found infection-causing agent in health care institutions?
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Bacteria, Bacteria are the most significant infection causing agents in the health care system
8
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Bacteria
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Most significant and most prevalent in hospital settings
9
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Virus
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Smallest of all microorgansims
10
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Fungi
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plant-like organism present in air, soil, and water
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