S2) Infection Model Flashcards
Identify the components in the model of infection
- Pathogen
- Patient
- Mechanism of infection
- Infection
- Management
- Outcome
Describe the layout of the infection model
Classify pathogens in terms of the infection model
- Virus
- Prokaryotes: bacteria
- Eukaryotes:
I. Fungus – yeast, mould
II. Parasites – protozoa, helminth
Describe the ‘patient’ component in the infection model
- Person – age, gender, physiological and pathological states, social factors
- Time – calendar time/relative time
- Place – current/recent
Identify the 7 different mechanisms of infections
- Contiguous spread
- Haematogenous
- Inoculation
- Ingestion
- Inhalation
- Vector
- Vertical transmission
Identify the three parts of the management component in the infection model
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Infection prevention
Identify the three processes outlined in the diagnosis of an infection
- History
- Examination
- Investigations
Identify the two types of treatment for an infection
- Specific
- Supportive
Outline the two types of specific treatments for infections
- Antimicrobials
- Surgery – drainage, debridement, dead space removal
Outline two types of supportive treatment for infections
- Symptom relief
- Physiological restoration
What are the two locations for infection prevention?
- Hospital
- Community
Identify 4 different outcomes for infections
- Cure
- Chronic infection
- Disability
- Death
Describe the infection component of the infection model
