Infection Flashcards
Sterilization
Destroys all microbial life
Strongest level
OSHA
Occupational safety + health admin.
People who regulate + enforce safety and health standards to protect employees
Tinea Pedis
Ringworm infection in foot
Staphylococci grow in?
Clusters (like grapes)
What does SDS stand for?
Safety data sheet
Allergy
Sensitivity or reaction to foods, chemicals, or other harmless substances
What % of alcohol ethyl disinfects?
70-90%
EPA
Environmental protection agency
People who register all disinfectants sold and used in US
Streptococci grow in..
Pus forming bacteria
String of beads
Bacteria
One called microorganism with both plant + animal characteristics
How often should you change solution in wet sanitizer?
Everyday
3 levels of disinfection
Sanitize
Disinfect
Sterilization
Decontamination
Removal of blood and other potentially infectious material on items/surfaces
Antiseptic
Germicide for the skin
AKA hand sanitizer
Quaternary Ammonium compounds
Real words for quats