Ch. 3 Infection

Question 1

for an infection to occur what must be present

Answer 1

Pathogen
Susceptibility
Quantity
Entry site

Question 2

4 ways pathogens enter the body

Answer 2

Direct contact
Indirect contact
airborne
Vector-borne

Question 3

4 principle methods to control infections

Answer 3

use PPE
Wash your hands
Ensure medical equipment is kept clean
maintain immunization against hep A-B, Polio, tetanus, measles etc

Question 4

For how long can a disinfecting solution be used

Answer 4

30 days if stored in a sealed opaque container

Question 5

possible exposure to contagion

Answer 5

blood gets on an open lesion in your skin
pricked, cut or scratched by an object soiled with blood
recieve a bite that draws blood

Question 6

Treatment to exposure

Answer 6

let the injury bleed slightly
clean injury with water and mild soap
rinse with water
If a mucus membrane
- rinse abundantly

Question 7

when to refer after exposure

Answer 7

after anay risky exposure