Nosocomial Infection Flashcards
What is the most effective measures for preventing nosocomial infections.
Hand washing
This infection occurs whilethe patient is in the hospital.
Nosocomial infection
Nosocomial infection that is acquired fro the environment or other people.
Exogenous
Nosocomial infection that acquired by microorganisms that the client himself harbors.
Endogenous
Nosocomial infection recieves as direct result of a treatment or diagnostic procedures.
Iatrogenic
What is the most common nosocomial infection?
UTI
Manefestations of generalized infection.
L oss of energy A norexia T achycardia and tachypnea E nlarged lymph nodes N auses and vomiting T emp., high
Remeber : LATENT
Manefestations of localized infection.
R edness
E dema
D iscomfort and pain
H eat
Remeber: RED Heat
Freedom from disease producing microorganisms.
Asepsis