CDC Flashcards
PT related infection control - purpose
destroy bacteria and infectious organisms
PT related infection control - sterilization is what
total destruction of all microorganisms by exposure to chemical or physical agents - required for all objects introduced to the body
PT related infection control - sterilization - methods - Autoclaving
Sterilization of instruments by heat (250-270 F) and water pressure
Contraindicated with heat sensitive articles
PT related infection control - sterilization - methods - Boiling water
212 F kills organisms that do not form spores
PT related infection control - sterilization - methods - Ionizing radiation
used to sterilize some medications, plastics, or sutures
PT related infection control - sterilization - methods - Dry heat
prolonged exposure to high heat in ovens
PT related infection control - sterilization - methods - gaseous
ethylene oxide, formaldehyde gas
PT related infection control - disinfection is what
Reduction of the number of microorganisms - typically used on surfaces or equipment
PT related infection control - disinfection - methods - ultraviolet light
used for air and surface disinfection; harmful to unprotected skin and eyes
PT related infection control - disinfection - methods - filtration
used for water or air purification
PT related infection control - disinfection - methods - physical cleaning
Ultrasonic - disinfects instruments
Washing with an antimicrobial product used to disinfect hands and surfaces
PT related infection control - disinfection - methods - chemicals
Chlorination - for water disinfection and food surfaces
Iodines - used in hydrotherapy when filtering is not possible
Phenols - general disinfectants
Quaternary ammonia compounds
Formaldehyde
PT related infection control - disinfection - methods - hydrotherapy disinfection
Drain and clean tanks after every patient
Scrub pumps and equipment with germicidal detergent
Rinse before refilling
