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Infection Control Flashcards

1
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what term refers to the ability to produce an effect?

A

efficacy

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2
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what term indicates that a product is capable of destroying bacteria?

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bactericidal

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3
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what term refers to a resistance to disease that is partly inherited and partly developed through healthy living

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natural immunity

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4
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what is scabies

A

contagious disease caused by the itch mite

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5
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what does the term porous mean?

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constructed of a material that has openings

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6
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what are bacilli?

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short, rod shaped bacteria

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7
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what are staphylococci?

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pus forming bacteria that grow in clusters like a bunch of grapes

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8
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what are flagella

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slender hair-like extensions used by parasites for locomotion

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9
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what is a microscopic germ that normally exists in tap water in small numbers?

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mycobacterium fortuitum

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10
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what is methicillin-resistant staphylococcus

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type of infectious bacteria that is highly resistant to antibiotics

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11
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what is a responsibility if the EPA

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registering all types of disinfectants sold and used in the United States

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12
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what happened in 1985 that triggered the creation of Universal Precautions

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AIDS public health crisis

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13
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what is a responsibility of the Centers for Disease Control Prevention (CDC)

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studying diseases and providing guidance to prevent their spread

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14
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what set of practices replaced Universal Precautions in 1996?

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Standard Precautions

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15
Q

when should a adhesive bandage be used?

A

in response to an exposure incident

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16
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what is true about CPR

A

basic element of first aid every esthetician should know

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17
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when should you call an EMT?

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as soon as possible after any significant accident has occurred

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18
Q

how many levels of burns are there?

A

4

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19
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what is a fluid created by infection?

A

pus

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20
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what is the term of illness related to conditions associated with employment?

A

occupational disease?

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21
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what part of the body tines pedis affect?

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feet

22
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what disease is caused by bacteria transmitted through coughing

A

tuberculosis (TB)

23
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what is the term for any organism of microscopic or submicroscopic size?

A

microorganism

24
Q

when should you apply a mask, eyewear, or gown, according to Standard Precautions?

A

if the splashing of body fluids is likely

25
Q

what should you do FIRST when responding to an exposure incedent?

A

STOP THE SERVICE

26
Q

when in the process of responding to an exposure incident should you recommend that the client see a physician if symptoms develop?

A

at the end of the service

27
Q

what term refers ti disease causing microorganisms carried in the body by blood?

A

blood borne pathogens

28
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what is infection control?

A

methods used to eliminate or reduce transmission of infectious organisms

29
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what term refers to the process for properly handling sterilized and disinfected equipment and supplies to reduce contamination

A

aseptic procedures

30
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what is the difference between rules and laws

A

rules are more specific than laws

31
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which organization regulates and enforces safety standards to protect employees at work?

A

Occupational Safety and Health Admin (OSHA)

32
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what can you find on Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?

A

information about possible hazards and safe use of products

33
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what must every employee do in the salon after reading each MSDS?

A

verify having read the MSDS

34
Q

what term indicates that indicates that a product is capable of destroying viruses
?

A

virucidal

35
Q

what is the term for the number if viable organisms in or on an object or surface?

A

bioburden

36
Q

what is true of touching?

A

touching is the most common method of spreading infection

37
Q

what does the term immunity refer to?

A

ability of the body to destroy and resit infection

38
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what term refers to the invasion of body tissues by disease causing pathogens?

A

infection

39
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what is the condition in which the body reacts to injury, irritation, or infection?

A

inflammation

40
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what is sterilization?

A

process that completely destroys all microbial life

41
Q

what is the type of fungus that affects plants or grows in inanimate objects

A

mildew

42
Q

what is true of 4th degree burns?

A

they always require medical attention

43
Q

what term refers to various poisonous substances produced by some microorganisms?

A

toxins

44
Q

what term refers to a parasitic particle that infects and resides in the cells of biological organisms?

A

virus

45
Q

what is the common term for tinea versicolor?

A

sun spots

46
Q

what is a systemic disease?

A

disease that affects the body as a whole

47
Q

kills most microorganisms on hard surfaces

A

disinfectants

48
Q

significantly reduces # of pathogens

A

sanitation

49
Q

Ethyl Alcohol must be no less than__% to be effective

A

70%

50
Q

How is EPA registered bleach mixed

A

9 parts water 1 part bleach

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