Infection Flashcards
Ways pathogens can be spread in hospitals
.Through airborne transmission
.Through physical contact
.Cross contamination
.Coughs/sneezes
.Surgical sight infections
.Inhalation of pathogens
Why is hygiene important in hospitals
To minimize the risk of infection and keep cross contamination to a minimum
What is antispectic?
A substance that kills pathogens and prevents the growth of disease causing microorganisms.
Procedures used to reduce infection
1)Hand hygiene
2)Sharps safety
3)Personal protection e.g.: gloves, masks, glasses
4)Aseptic technique
4 types of antiseptic
Hydrogen peroxide
Iodine
Isopropyl alcohol
Hand sanitizer
How does bacteria make you ill?
Bacteria produces toxins that cause cell damage, this is what makes you ill
How do viruses make you ill?
Viruses make you ill by living in your healthy cells, they then rapidly reproduce causing the healthy cell to burst. (They become virus factories)
This causes cell damage which is what makes you ill
What is a disinfectant
A chemical liquid that destroys bacteria
Types of disinfectants
Alcohol
Chlorine
Hydrogen peroxide
Fungicide
Pesticide
What is tabaco mosaic virus?
An infection that occurs in tobacco plants and other related species.
It infects the chloroplast, discolouring the leaves and slowing the rate of photosynthesis.
What does HIV stand for?
Human immunodeficiency virus
How is HIV transmitted?
Through bodily fluids
What is the later stage of HIV called?
Aids
What kind of drug slows down the development of HIV?
Antiviral drugs
What are the symptoms of HIV similar to?
Flue like symptoms
How are measles transmitted?
Through tiny droplets in the air
What are the symptoms of measles?
Fever
skin rashes
Cough
When are measle vaccines given?
At a young age/ to young children
What is the measle vaccine called?
MMR vaccine
Types of bacterial diseases
Gonorrhoea
Salmonella
E.coli
What is gonorrhoea?
An STD that causes burning pain when urinating
What are symptoms of gonorrhoea?
Pain when urinating
Green discharge out of genitals
How can gonorrhoea and other STDs be prevented?
Can be prevented via contraception
What are the super resistant strains of gonorrhoea called?
Super gonorrhoea
What is salmonella?
A type of food poisoning caused via bacteria
Symptoms of salmonella
Cramps
Diarrhoea
How is salmonella prevented?
Poultry are vaccinated
