Too Many Control Methods Flashcards

1
Q

Some fabrics like pack wraps and masks can clean through filtration and even remove bacteria. What can these things not filter?

A

Viruses

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2
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Fluids can be filtered through what types of filters (3)

A
  1. Porcelain
  2. Glass
  3. Membrane (millipore)
    Cannot filter viruses
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3
Q

Many filtration methods do not filter viruses. Why is this not a big concern for infection prevention for surgery or trauma

A

Most surgical or trauma infections are bacterial

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4
Q

There is no such thing as an “ideal” chemical for infection control. Why is this?

A

They all have limitations
- non stable
- toxic
- expensive
- corrosive, drying, staining
- not effective

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5
Q

Alcohol mechanisms of action

A

dehydrating and coagulating

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6
Q

Two types of alcohol

A

Ethanol 70%
Isopropanol 70-99%

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7
Q

Alcohol is effective against bacteria, but not _______ or ________

A

viruses or spores

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8
Q

Below what percentage are alcohols only static, NoT cidal

A

50%

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9
Q

Alcohols are cytotoxic, but can be inhibited by what

A

Organic debris (blood)

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10
Q

Aldehydes are toxic and irritating especially ___________ (which is poison)

A

Formaldehyde

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