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Infection Control Flashcards

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Refers to the methods used to eliminate or reduce the transmission of infectious organisms from one individual to another

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Infection control

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A mechanical process using soap &water or detergent & water to remove all visible dirt, debris, and many disease-causing germs. And also removes invisible debris that interferes with disinfection

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Cleaning

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A chemical process for reducing the number of disease-causing germs on cleaned surfaces to a safe level.

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Sanitizing

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A chemical process for use with non porous items that uses specific products to destroy harmful organisms including bacteria, viruses and fungi (except bacterial spores) on implements and environmental surfaces

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Disinfecting

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The process that destroys all microbial life, including spores, generally with the use of an autoclave.

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Sterilizing

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Occupational safety and Health Administration

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OSHA

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Who handles the issues relating to the handling, mixing, storing and disposing of products; general safety in the workplace; and your right to know about any potentially hazardous ingredients contained in the products & how to avoid these hazards.

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OSHA

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SDS

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Safety data sheet

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Environmental protection agency

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EPA

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Chemical products that destroy most bacteria (excluding spores), fungi & viruses on surfaces

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Disinfectants

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Before manufacturers can sell a product for disinfecting surfaces, tool, implements, or equipment, they must obtain what that certifies that the disinfectant, when used correctly, will be effective against the pathogens listed on the label?

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EPA Registration #

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Written by both federal and state legislatures to determine the scope of practice (what each license allows the holder to do) & establish guidelines for regulatory agencies to make rules. (are also called statues)

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Laws

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More specific than laws. The regulatory agency or the state board writes the _____ and determines how the law must be applied. ____ establish specific standards of conduct and can be changed or updated frequently.

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Rules and regulations

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Any abnormal condition of all or part of the body, it’s systems, or it’s organs that makes the body incapable or carrying on normal functions.

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Disease

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The invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogens

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Infection

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The process by which pathogens move between individuals and objects — this is how we get sick

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Transmission

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Involves the transmission of pathogens through touching, kissing, coughing, sneezing, and talking.

Parasitic infections and warts are other examples of diseases spread by this mode of transmission

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Direct Transmission

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Occurs through contact with an intermediate contaminated object, such as a razor, extractor, nipper, or an environmental surface upon which the pathogen resides

Doorknobs, phones, food-preparation, or hour implements at work are all possible vectors of this mode of transmission

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Indirect transmission

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Similar in that transmission occurs when a pathogen living in our respiratory tract is expelled through coughing, sneezing, or even talking

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Airborne transmission & respiratory droplet

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The particles are much smaller and dryer, so they hand in the air for longer, allowing the pathogen to spread further

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Airborne transmission

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Caused by pathogenic (harmful) organisms that enter the body.

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Infectious disease

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Bacteria capable of producing a protective coating that allows them to withstand very harsh environments & to shed the coating when conditions become more favorable to them

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Bacterial spores

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Capable of destroying bacteria

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Bactericidal

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Capable of destroying viruses

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Virucidal

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Capable of destroying molds & fungi
Fungicidal
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When a disease is capable of being spread from one person to another, it is said to be what type of disease?
Contagious/communicable disease
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The presence, or the reasonably anticipated presence, of blood or potentially infectious materials on an items surface or visible debris or residues such as dust, hair, & skin
Contamination
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The removal of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an items surface & the removal of visible debris or residues such as dust, hair & skin
Decontamination
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Determination of the nature of a disease from its symptoms and/or diagnostic tests. Federal regulations prohibit salon professionals from performing this.
Diagnosis
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Non-scientific synonym for disease-producing organisms
Germs
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Illness resulting from conditions associated with employment, such as prolonged or repeated exposure to certain products or ingredients
Occupational disease
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Disease caused by parasites such as lice & mites
Parasitic disease
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Disease produced by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi & parasites
Pathogenic disease
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Various poisonous substances produced by some microorganisms (bacteria & viruses)
Toxins
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Single-called microorganisms that have both plant and animal characteristics
Bacteria
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Harmless organisms that may perform useful functions
Non-pathogenic
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Harmful microorganisms that can cause disease or infection in humans when they invade the body
Pathogenic
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A submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in the cells of a biological organism
Viruses
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Single called organisms that grow in irregular masses that include molds, mildews, & yeasts
Fungi
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Another fungus affects plants or grows on inanimate objects but does not cause human infections in the salon, spa or barbershop
Mildew
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Fungal infection that is also known as barbers itch
Tinea barbae
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A fungal infection of the scalp characterized by red papules, or spots at the opening of hair follicles
Tinea capitis
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A fungal infection of the skin that appears in circular lesions, is another fungus that may contraindicate a beauty service
Ringworm
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Organisms that grow, feed & shelter on or inside another organism (referring to as a host), while contributing nothing to the survival of that organism
Parasites
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A type of parasite responsible for contagious diseases & conditions
Head lice
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Is a contagious skin disease caused by the itch mite, which burrows under the skin
Scabies
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Colonies of microorganisms that adhere to environmental surfaces, as well as the human body. They secrete a sticky, hard to penetrate, protective coating that cements them together.
Biofilms
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amare chemical germicides formulated for use on skin and are registered and regulated by the FDA
Antiseptics
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Has been used in homes & the beauty industry virtually forever. This generally used 3% strength & works well as an Antiseptic. However, it should never be used on an open cut, as it destroys the cells that begin the healing process in a wound.
Hydrogen peroxide
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Effective in cleaning the skin; however it can be very drying & cause irritation of the skin
Isopropyl alcohol
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Disinfectants that are very effective when used properly on non porous surfaces this type of disinfectant solution usually disinfects implements in 10 minutes
Quaternary ammonium compounds
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Proven to kill the bacterium that causes tuberculosis, in addition to other pathogens destroyed through the use of hospital disinfectants
Tuberculocidal disinfectants
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Are powerful tuberculocidal disinfectants; however just because these disinfectants are effective against the pathogen does not mean that you should automatically reach for them.
Phenolic disinfectants
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5.25% sodium hypochlorite, Is an effective disinfectant and has been used extensively in salons, spas and barbershops
Household bleach
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When using disinfectants always?
Keep the SDS on hand for the disinfectants you use Wear gloves and safety glasses Avoid skin and eye contact Add disinfectant to water when diluting to prevent fishing Use tongs, gloves, or draining basket to remove implements from disinfectants Keep disinfectants out of reach of children Use disinfectants only on clean, hard, non porous surfaces Immerse the entire implement in disinfectant if the product label calls for complete immersion To disinfect large surfaces, such as countertops, carefully apply the disinfectant to the clean surface or use a disinfectant spray and allow it to remain moist for 10 minutes, United state regulations say differently Replace the disinfectant solution everyday— more often if solution becomes soiled or contaminated
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When using disinfectant never?
Let quats, phenols, bleach, or any other disinfectant come in contact with your skin Place any disinfectant or other product in an unmarked container Mix chemicals together unless specified in the manufacturers instructions
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Guidelines published by the CDC that require the employer and employee to assume that any human blood and body fluids are potentially infectious
Standard precautions
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They show no symptoms or signs of infection
Asymptomatic
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Many chemicals used in the salon, spa, or barbershop bear labels that require the use of PPE, such as gloves and safety glasses, when working
Personal protective equipment
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Contact with non-intact (broken) skin, blood, body fluid, or other potentially infectious materials that is the result of the performance of a workers duties.
Exposure incident
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High Risk Clients
Diabetic customers have immune systems that do not work effectively and have impaired healing Lumpectomy/mastectomy patients have had surgical treatment for breast cancer. With those nodes removed any infection process in that arm could lead to a permanent condition called lymphedema Clients on medication for conditions such as asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, & fibromyalgia are likely to have suppressed immune systems, making them particularly susceptible to infection Clients who are pregnant may be particularly sensitive to harsh smells; their skin may also have unusual reactions to chemicals
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Abbreviated AIDS; a disease that breaks down the body’s immune system; AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome
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Break down stubborn films and remove the residue of products such as scrubs, salts, and masks; also known as chelating detergents
Chelating soaps
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The presence, or the reasonably anticipated presence, of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an items surface, or visible debris or residue such as dust, hair and skin
Contamination
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The ability of a product to produce the intended effect; on a disinfectant label, it indicates specific pathogens destroyed or disabled when used properly
Efficacy
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A bloodborne virus that causes disease and can damage the liver
Hepatitis
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An inflammatory disease of the skin caused by a viral infection and characterized by small vesicles in clusters
Herpes Simplex virus
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Abbreviated HIV; virus that causes HIV disease and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
Human immunodeficiency virus
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Abbreviated HOV; virus that can infect the bottom of the foot and resembles black dots, usually in clustered groups; also a cutaneous viral infection commonly contracted through sexual transmission and exhibited by genital warts
Human papilloma virus
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A condition in which the body reacts to injury, irritation, or infection, characterized by redness, heat, pain, and swelling
Inflammation
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Am infection, such as a pimple or abscess, that is confined to a particular part of the body and appears as a lesion containing pus
Local infection
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Abbreviated MESA; a type of infectious bacteria that is highly resistant to conventional treatments such as antibiotics
Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus
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Also known as reusable; items that can be cleaned, disinfected, and used on more than one person, even if the item is accidentally exposed to blood or body fluid
Multi use
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A large family or bacteria that is often found in soil and water
Mycobacterium
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A contagious skin disease that is caused by the itch mite, which burrows under the skin
Scabies
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Guidelines published by the CDC that require the employer and employee to assume that any human and body fluids are potentially infectious
Standard precautions
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Pus-forming bacteria that grow in clusters like a bunch of grapes; causes abscesses, pustules, and boils
Staphylococci
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An infection where the pathogen has distributed through the body rather than staying in one area or organ
Systemic infection

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