Infection Control Flashcards
OHSA
Occupational safety and health administration.
The regulation created by the HCS requires that chemical manufactures and importers assess and communicate the potential hazards associate with their products
 material safety data sheet
OSHA Was created as part of the US Department of labor to regulate…
And enforce safety and health standards to protect employees in the workplace.
OHSA regulates monitors and ensures Safety from toxic materials used in the work area.
What is SDS?
Safety Data Sheet. Required by state law.
A powerful turberculocidal disinfectants. They are a form of formaldehyde. Have a high pH, can damage the skin and eyes.
Phenolic Disinfectants
Removal of blood and all other potentially infectious material on an items surface.
Decontamination
This product/disinfectant can be corrosive to metals and plastics and can cause skin irritation and eye damage.
Bleach (sodium hypochlorite)
Ability to produce an effect
Efficacy
Removing visible dirt and debri and many disease-causing germs with soap& water. OR detergent & water.
Cleaning!
The number of viable organisms in or on an object/ surface before decontamination/ sterilization.
Bioburden
These pesticides can be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Disinfectants
Another name for for barbacide?!
Quat
What procedure is the process of properly handling sterilized& disinfectant and supplies to reduce contamination.
ASEPTIC
How long should hand washing take?
20 seconds
Short rod bacteria
Bacilli/ most common