Definitions

Question 1

A chemical used on inanimate objects to kill or inactivate microbes.

Answer 1

Disinfectant

Question 2

A chemical used on living tissues to control the growth of infectious agents.

Example: for application to cuts and abrasions and/or to skin before a surgical incision is made.

Answer 2

Antiseptic

Question 3

A chemical taken orally to control or stop the growth of infectious agents.

Answer 3

Antibiotic

Question 4

The suspension of solid or liquid particles in the air that may gain access to the respiratory system. Example: a sneeze

Answer 4

Aerosol

Question 5

Objects or materials which are likely to carry infection, such as clothes, utensils, furniture.

Example: used disposable gloves.

Answer 5

Fomite

Question 6

Example - 60% Ethyl Alcohol ( like what is used in hand-sanitizers)

Answer 6

Cleaner

Question 7

Operates on the basis of steam under pressure.

❖ Where the timer should be started when the desired temperature is reached.
❖ The proper time for sterilizing of an article approximately 15-45 minutes, but it can also depend on what is being autoclaved.

Answer 7

A moist heat Autoclave

Question 8

Are used to definitively show the sterilization process was successful

Answer 8

Spore tests

Question 9

Is an approach to risk management. It states that one may take action while one is waiting for scientific research to confirm the likelihood of some anticipated potential harm.

Answer 9

Precautionary principle