chapter 9 (cleaning methods) Flashcards
yearly exam to confirm patients health or diagnose a physical problem
physical exam
ease at which people can move into and out of a space
accessibility
broadens the definition of disability, making it easier for someone with a disability to receive protection from the ADA
ADA amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA)
the absence of viruses, bacteria, or other microorganisms
asepsis
scrubbing of instruments and equipment with special brushes and detergent to remove contaminants
sanitization
what is the first step before disinfection or sterilization?
sanitization
complete destruction of all living microorganisms
sterilization
process that kills most, but not all, microorganisms
disenfection
thick walled reproductive bodies capable of resisting harsh conditions
spores
cleaning products applied to objects to reduce or eliminate infectious microorganisms
disinfectant
cleaning products used on human tissues as anti-infection agents
antiseptic
used to open the anus for an exam
anoscope
additional source of light for an exam
examination light
reflects inside of mouth and throat for exam purposes
laryngeal mirror
used to enlarge opening of the nose to permit viewing (can be reusable or disposable)
nasal speculum
lighted instrument used to examine inner structures of the eye
ophthalmoscope
used to examine ear canal and tympanic membrane
otoscope
small flashlight used when additional light is necessary in small areas, also used to check people response in the eye
penlight
used to check patient reflexes
reflex hammer
long strip of fabric, marked off in inches and or centimeters used to measure size or development of an area
tape measure
used to test patients hearing
tuning fork
used to enlarge vagina to make vagina and cervix accessible for visual exam and specimen collection
vaginal speculum
