Infection control

Question 1

A disease that breaks down the body’s immune system and is caused by HIV

Answer 1

Aids

Question 2

Immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease

Answer 2

Acquired immunity

Question 3

Reaction due to extreme sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals or substances

Answer 3

Allergy

Question 4

A germicide that is safe for use on skin and is registered by the food and drug administration

Answer 4

Antiseptic

Question 5

Showing no symptoms or signs of infection

Answer 5

Asymptomatic

Question 6

A short rod-shaped bacteria that causes tuberculosis and tetanus

Answer 6

Bacilli

Question 7

One-Celled Microorganisms that have both plants and animal characteristics

Answer 7

Bacteria

Question 8

Bacteria that is capable of producing a protective coating that allows them to withstand very harsh environments

Answer 8

Bacterial spores

Question 9

Something that is capable of destroying bacteria

Answer 9

Bactericidal

Question 10

The division of cells into new cells called daughter cells

Answer 10

Binary fission

Question 11

Colonies of bacteria that stick to each other as well as their environment

Answer 11

Biofilms

Question 12

Disease-causing microorganisms carried in the body by blood or fluids. Example: hepatitis and HIV

Answer 12

Blood-borne pathogens

Question 13

Detergents that break down stubborn films and remove the residue a pedicure products such as scrubs, salts, masks

Answer 13

Chelating soaps

Question 14

A process that removes all visible dirt, debris, and many disease-causing germs, by the use of soap and water

Answer 14

cleaning

Question 15

Round-shaped bacteria that appear singly or in groups

Answer 15

Cocci

Question 16

A disease that is spread from one person to another, and is also known as communicable disease

Answer 16

Contagious disease

Question 17

the presence of blood or other potentially infectious materials on a surface or visible debris

Answer 17

Contamination