Chapter 19 Lecture Deck Flashcards
Any sustained , harmful alteration of the normal structure, function or metabolism of an organism or cell
Disease
What are the parts of the chain of infection?
- Infectious agent
- Reservoir host
- Portal of exit
- Mode of transportation
- Portal of entry
- Susceptible host
These are the smallest pathogens and can affect to a genetic level
Virus
It is a tiny simple cell that produces a disease in a variety of ways
Bacteria
What are the three types of bacteria ?
- Cocci
- Bacilli
- Spirilla
What organisms does fungi include ?
- Mushrooms
- Molds
3 . Yeast
These are unicellular parasites that can replicate rapidly in the host
Protozoa/ parasites
Bacteria that protect against disease by completing for nutrients, taking up space , and excreting waste
Non-pathogenic bacteria
Action that allows substance to pass across the blood vessel membrane
Permeability
What is one of the CDC recommendations that is NOT considered adequate hand hygiene?
Artificial nails no longer than 1/4 inch
Procedure appropriate for preparing blood and other potentially infectious material for transport ?
Placing materials in a leakproof container during collection
What is the safest method to achieve adequate sanitization of instruments?
A ultrasonic sanitizer bath
What is used for skin preparation before surgery?
Antiseptics
It is a rapid onset of symptoms but last relatively short. Ex: alérgica reactions. Are called ?
Acute infection
Infection that persist for a long period of time and sometimes for life. Ex: HIV
Chronic infection