Chemical Methods of Control: Disinfectants and Antiseptics Flashcards
1
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antimicrobial
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is an agent that kills microorganisms or stops their growth
2
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disinfectants
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a chemical liquid that destroys bacteria on surfaces
3
Q
antiseptics
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can apply to living tissue to reduce possiblity of infection
4
Q
bactericidal
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kills bacteria
5
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bacteriostatic
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prevents growth of bacteria
6
Q
variables that can have an impact on the effectiveness of a given antiseptic and disinfectant
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Ph, temperature, solubility, and organic interference
7
Q
Be prepared to determine the point of death and which compound is most effective from a growth plate
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BIGGEST DEAD ZONE IS MORE EFFECTIVE
