Western-CNT Flashcards
What is the single most important action in preventing cross-infections?
Hand washing
How long should you wash your hands?
10 seconds
What are autogenous infections?
Infections caused by pathogens that the patient is already carrying.
What are cross infections?
Infections caused by pathogens acquired from another person or from the environment.
Name this disease…
70% infectious for 3+ months after symptoms subside. Chronic carriers may develop cirrhosis & liver cancer.
Hepatitis B
What is the incubation period of HBV?
50 - 180 days
Insidious onset
What is the incubation period of HAV?
15 - 50 days
Abrupt onset
What is the incubation period of HCV?
20 -90 days
Insidious onset
What is the incubation period of HDV?
Unknown
What is the incubation period of HEV?
15 - 60 days (avg 40 days)
Abrupt onset
HBV Vaccine Schedule
1st Injection: anytime
2nd Injection: @ least 1 month after first.
3rd Injection: 6 months after 1st dose
True or False?
Hepatitis B is only contagious during incubation (up to 6 months), full-blown and chronic stages; NOT convalescent stage.
True
When should the sharps container be replaced?
At 3/4 full or (2/3 - 3/4 full)
How often is TB testing recommended?
Yearly for PPD-type or every 6-months for inner city clinics or clinics treating AIDS PT/drug addicts
What is the most serious contaminant found on skin and other surfaces?
Staphylococcus
Definition of Sterilization?
The use of procedures that destroy all microbial life, including viruses.
Definition of Disinfection?
The use of chemical to destroy or reduce the number of pathogens on inanimate object.
Definition of Disinfectant?
Chemical employed in disinfection. Should only be used on inanimate objects.
Examples: Clorox (bleach), Lysol, Microquat
Definition of Antiseptic?
Product used to destroy microbial life on living tissue, particularly on skin.
Definition of Aseptic technique?
Technique for preventing infection during needling
How long should medical records be kept for minors?
Keep until they reach 19 yrs of age, plus an additional 7 years
How long should medical records be kept for adults?
7 years
30 years for Hepatitis PT
