Infection Control Flashcards
Which colour mops are used for which area in practice?
Yellow - clinical
Red - bathroom
Green - kitchen
Blue - non clinical areas
What temperature does the Flush cycle of a washer disinfector operate at?
30-40 degrees
What are different types of micro organisms?
Bacteria
Virus
Fungi
What are the 5 stages of a washer disinfector?
Flush Wash Rinse Thermal disinfection Dry
Which viral infection are of concern following a sharps injury?
HIV
Hep B
Hep C
What should be done immediately after a sharps injury?
- stop treatment and encourage bleeding
* wash wound with soap and water then cover with a waterproof dressing
What temperature does an autoclave need to be to sterilise?
134 degrees for 3 minutes
Define disinfection
The process of eliminating or reducing harmful micro organisms
Define sterilisation
The process of killing all microorganisms
Define decontamination
The neutralisation or removal of dangerous substances from an area
