B25 Flashcards
Drugs to know
Povidone-iodine (PVP-I) sodium hypochlorite glutaraldehyde ethylene oxide chlorhexidine
disinfectant definition
a biocide applies to inaminate objects
disinfection
procedure or treatment that eliminates many/all pathogenic microorganisms
biocide
substance that kills biological organisms
sterilisation
Destruction of all living micro-organisms
methods of disinfection/sterilisation
physical
biological
chemical
ideal properties of disinfectants
broad spectrum fast action low cost low toxicity ease of use residual surface activity
mechanisms of action
disrupt cell membrane
denaturation
extreme pH
factors effecting efficacy
conc exposure time temp ph contamination resistance
types of halogens
iodine
iodophores
inorganic chlorines
organic chlorines
iodine solutions application
wounds
iodine side effects
irritation
allergy
stain
corrosion
iodophores application
teat drips
dairy sanitiser
surgery
side effects of inorganic chlorines
corrosive unstable in light inactivated by blood odour irritant
chlorhexidine applicaiton
surgical
dental
wounds
shampoo, soap, teat drips