Unit 5

Question 1

_____ exist everywhere in our environment - on things we use daily, in the food and water we consume and in and on our bodies. Most ________ are _________ to us, and some are even necessary. However, some are harmful, and will cause infection. As massage therapists work “hands on” with their patients, it is very important to examine how _______ are spread, and how their spreading can be decreased.

Answer 1

microorganisms; harmless

Question 2

In order for a microorganism to successfully transfer from one person to a second person, and start an __________ in the second person, _____ events must take place. If all ____ links in the chain of infection occur without a disruption in the chain, the infection will be passed successfully from the first person to the second.

Answer 2

infection; six

Question 3

1. There must be a ___________

Answer 3

microorganism

Question 4

Factors that contribute to whether or not the parasites are capable of producing an infection:
a) __________ of microorganisms present
b) virulence and _______ of the microorganism
c) ability or _____ of entering a body
d) the _________ of that body/host; and
e) the microorganism’s ability to _____ with that environment/body.

Answer 4

a) number
b) potency
c) ease
d) susceptibility
e) live

Question 5

2. There must be a _______, or place that microorganism can live and thrive.

Answer 5

source

Question 6

All microorganisms require a place to live suitably to their specific needs in order to survive, although not all microorganisms need the same environmental elements. While some are very specific in their needs, a general rule-of-thumb is that they need food, water, _______, a warm temperature, and darkness

Answer 6

oxygen

Question 7

3. There must be a _____ ____ ______

Answer 7

port of exit

Question 8

For example, if the lungs or sinuses were the microorganism’s source, or home, the port of exit would be the ______ or _______. If the tissues beneath the skin were the source, any cut in the skin would be the port of exit.

Answer 8

nose or mouth

Question 9

4. There must be a method of _________.

Answer 9

transmission

Question 10

For example, if microorganisms were present in the respiratory tract, they would be transmitted or spread via a cough or sneeze. Or, if a patient had an _________ _________ and a massage therapist was working on or near the area, the microorganisms would be transmitted to other areas of the patient’s body, as well as to the massage therapist.

Answer 10

open sore

Question 11

6. The person receiving the microorganism from the first person must a be a ________ host.

Answer 11

susceptible

Question 12

There are many factors that increase a person’s susceptibility to acquiring an infection. Increased amounts of ______ lower a person’s ability to ward off ________. A poor ______ status lowers the body’s defences, as well as certain drug therapies, and existing disease.

Answer 12

stress; infection; nutritional

Question 13

LIST OF BASIC PRACTICES TO BE FOLLOWED

1. Ensure all linen is properly _________ (_0 degrees) and dried

Answer 13

cleaned; 60 degrees

Question 14

2. Ensure the massage table and accessories are properly cleaned and dried _______ and _______ each patient.

Answer 14

before and after

Question 15

3. Change _____ _______ between each patient.

Answer 15

all; linens

Question 16

4. ______ hands thoroughly with germicidal soap (ensuing under nails are clean as well) before and after every patient

Answer 16

wash

Question 17

5. Avoid coughing or ______ on anyone

Answer 17

sneezing

Question 18

6. Take extra care to avoid cutting or scraping your hands - try to avoid any breaks in the skin of your hand or arms as theres are immediate ______ of ________ for any microorganisms.

Answer 18

port; entry

Question 19

7. ____ _____ massage over any open cuts or sores!

Answer 19

Do Not

Question 20

A liquid chemical that can be applied to objects to eliminate many or all pathogenic microorganisms

Answer 20

Disinfectant

Question 21

A substance that tend to inhibit the growth and reproduction of microorganisms. Generally it is used on people

Answer 21

Antiseptic