Clinical Disinfectants Flashcards

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Mechanism of isopropanol and ethanol (alcohols)

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Disruption of the cell membrane and denature of proteins

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Mechanism of chlorhexidine

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Disruption of cell membranes

Coagulation of cytoplasm

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Mechanism of hydrogen peroxide

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Produces destructive free radicals that oxidize cellular components

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Mechanism of iodine

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Halogeneation of proteins and nucleus acids

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5
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Two disinfectants that are sporocidal

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Hydrogen peroxide and iodine

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