infection control Flashcards
what are the two categories of microbial flora that colognise our hands
resident flora and transient flora
where is resident flora found
on the surface, below the uppermost layer of skin-its generally of low pathogencity.
what is transient flora
micro organisms acquired by touching contaminated surfaces such as the environment, patients or other people. it is readily transferred.
How many people carry MRSA harmlessly
30-60%
where is mrsa found
nose, skin and perineum
when did mrsa emerge
1970s
what percent of people have no symptoms in CD
3% of adults and 66% of babies
what does CD form
spores that stay in the environment for months
what is a nickname for norovirus
winter vomiting disease
what % of outbreaks of norovirus happens in healthcare settings
79%
when does respiratory syntial virus circulate at high levels
winter
what is the most common cause of bronchitis in children 0-2 years
respiratory syctial virus
