Methods of Decontamination

Question 1

Is a means of decontamination and refers to the destruction of specific types of organisms but not all spores.

Answer 1

Disinfection

Question 2

Is a means of decontamination that is defined as the complete destruction of all microorganisms including spores.

Answer 2

Sterilization

Question 3

This describes that one would be free from: all spores, all bacteria, and all microorganisms

Answer 3

Sterile article

Question 4

The function of sanitization is to remove gross contaminants such as blood, and to lower the number of microorganisms.

Answer 4

Sanitization

Question 5

meaning they “are disposable and meant to be used one time only”, therefore no means of decontamination is required.

Answer 5

Single use

Question 6

Examples of “Disinfected” decontamination method

Answer 6

> A countertop in a lab

> A floor cleaned with Quaternary Ammonium

> The knobs on the lab microscope

Question 7

Examples of “Sterilized” decontamination method

Answer 7

> Gauze to be used after Venipuncture (before it is used)

> Disposable Butterfly needle and tubing ( before it will be used)

Question 8

Examples of “Singe Use” decontamination method

Answer 8

Neoprene rubber tourniquet