Infection Control Flashcards
What HTM applies to decontamination
HTM 01 05
What independent governing body ensures practices are compliant with essential quality requirements
CQC
Is an S type autoclave vacuum or non vacuum ?
Non vacuum
How long can sterilised unwrapped instruments be kept in a non clinical area
1 week
Is an S Type autoclave vacuum or non vacuum
Vacuum
Is a B Type autoclave vacuum or non vacuum ?
Vacuum
According to the health and social care act how often should the infection control policy be reviewed
Every 2 years
What is the defining term for the killing of inactivation of bacteria and fungi, not including spores and some viruses
Disinfection
What defining term relates to the the killing of micro organisms and spores and results in asepsis
Sterilisation
What term describes the absence of pathogenic microorganisms
Aseptic
How long should hand washing take
40 to 69 seconds
What area is a blue mop used in
Office/ reception
What area is a red mop used in ?
Toilet
In what area is a green mop used ?
Kitchen
In what area is a yellow mop used
Clinical areas and decontamination room
What can sodium hypochlorite be used to clean ?
Impressions and lab work, non textile surfaces
What can can aldehyde based cleaners be used on
Metallic surfaces, lab work and impressions
What is chlorhexidine gluconate used for ?
RCT and skin cleaner
What is hypochlorous acid used for
DUWLs
What percentage of bleach should be used when cleaning blood spillages
Up to 10%
Washer disinfector water fittings must comply with what set of regulations ?
Water supply (water fittings) regulations 1999
What does HTM 04-01 apply to ?
Safe water in health care premises
When cleaning instruments water should be above what temperature ?
45 or more
On what decontamination equipment is a protein residue test carried out ?
Ultrasonic bath
