infection control Flashcards
1
Q
chain of infection
A
infectious agent > reservoir > portal of exit > mode of transmission > portal of entry > host
2
Q
standard precaution
A
for ALL patients
gloves, gown, mask, eyewear as needed
3
Q
contact precaution
A
germs on surface
PPE: gloves and gown
4
Q
droplet precaution
A
particles are suspended in the air 1-2m from patient
PPE: gloves and gown; mask and eyewear when within 2m of patient
5
Q
Airborne precaution
A
tiny particles suspended in the air
PPE: N95 mask
