Infection Control Flashcards
1
Q
Define, a process which eliminates many pathogenic microorganisms.
A
Disinfection
2
Q
Define, a process that removes or kills all forms of microbial life.
A
Sterilisation
3
Q
When is an instrument defined as sterile?
A
When the theoretical probability of a viable microorganism being present in or on b a device following a validated sterilisation process is less than one in a million
4
Q
What type of microorganisms is the most resistant to disinfection and sterilisation?
A
Prions
5
Q
Why should instruments never be allowed to air-dry after the cleaning process?
A
Inadequate drying may enable moisture to get trapped, promoting microbial growth and or corrosion of the instruments
