Infection Flashcards

1
Q

Sterilization

A

Destroys all microbial life

Strongest level

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2
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OSHA

A

Occupational safety + health admin.

People who regulate + enforce safety and health standards to protect employees

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3
Q

Tinea Pedis

A

Ringworm infection in foot

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4
Q

Staphylococci grow in?

A

Clusters (like grapes)

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5
Q

What does SDS stand for?

A

Safety data sheet

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6
Q

Allergy

A

Sensitivity or reaction to foods, chemicals, or other harmless substances

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7
Q

What % of alcohol ethyl disinfects?

A

70-90%

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8
Q

EPA

A

Environmental protection agency

People who register all disinfectants sold and used in US

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9
Q

Streptococci grow in..

A

Pus forming bacteria

String of beads

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10
Q

Bacteria

A

One called microorganism with both plant + animal characteristics

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11
Q

How often should you change solution in wet sanitizer?

A

Everyday

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12
Q

3 levels of disinfection

A

Sanitize
Disinfect
Sterilization

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13
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Decontamination

A

Removal of blood and other potentially infectious material on items/surfaces

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14
Q

Antiseptic

A

Germicide for the skin

AKA hand sanitizer

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15
Q

Quaternary Ammonium compounds

A

Real words for quats

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16
Q

Tinea Capitis

A

Fungal infection of scalp

With red papules/spots on follicle