UNIT 4 - Infectious disasters Flashcards
1
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Infectious Disasters
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A sudden out-break of a disease capable of being transmitted from people, objects, animals or insects, causing epidemics and pandemics
2
Q
Infection control principles and practices for local health agencies:
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- Standard Precautions.
- Hand Hygiene.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Needle stick and Sharps Injury Prevention.
- Cleaning and Disinfection.
- Respiratory Hygiene (Cough Etiquette)
- Waste Disposal
3
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Anoxia
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An absence of oxygen