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Infection Control

MA JATC

TermDefinition
The Chain of Infection 1. Infectious Agent 2. Reservoir 3. Portal of Exit 4. Mode of Transmission 5. Portal of Entry 6. Susceptible Host
asepsis absence of infectious material or infection
disinfection killing pathogens or rendering them inactive
spores thick-walled, hard capsule formed by some pathogens
fomite inanimate objects that hold pathogens
sterilization process that eliminates all pathogens, including spores
droplet pathogens transmitted through respiratory secretions and do not survive for long in transit
susceptible vulnerable to infection
Which of the following actions by the medical assistant is the first line of defense in preventing the spread of microorganisms? perform regular hand hygiene
PPE stands for personal protective equipment
Inhaling pathogens from an infected person is an example of: indirect contact
virus smallest of the pathogens
protozoa unicellular (but have organelles and a nucleus): some are parasites
bacteria unicellular (with no nucleus and no organelles): both good and bath kinds
rickettsiae Transmitted through vectors
Fungus Yeast is an example of this pathogen
Standard precautions? - hand hygiene - sharps containers - cough etiquette
What PPE is required for droplet precautions? - eye protection - gloves - gown
If a medical worker performs routine handwashing, it is not necessary to wear gloves when disinfecting surfaces. False
In the acronym RACE, which letter would lead you to alert the fire department? A
Using the diamond shaped chemical symbol, what would the yellow section alert you to? reactivity/stability
In the acronym RACE, which letter would direct you to isolate the fire? C
Exercise, rest and good nutrition play an important role in the prevention of disease. True
Which of the following are disinfectants? - 1:10 dilution of bleach:water - isopropyl alcohol
While giving an injection, the patient jumped, causing a needle stick with a contaminated needle. After washing the area thoroughly with soap and water, the MA should... Report to a supervisor
What must accompany each chemical that enters your work facility? Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Using the diamond shaped chemical symbol, what would the blue section alert you to? Health hazards
Place the steps to donning PPE in the correct order. 1: Perform hand hygiene 2: Don gown 3: Don mask or respirator 4: Don eye protection 5: Don gloves
What would be the most effective way of sterilizing sharp medical instruments, without causing them to dull? Chemical disinfectant
Which of the following statements by the medical assistant indicates the need for a better understanding of standard precautions? The patient should wear a gown, gloves, and mask to maintain contact-droplet isolation
Which pathogens are related to universal precautions? HIV, Hepatitis B and C
Elderly Susceptible Host
Bacteria Infectious agent
People, water, food Reservoir Host
Vomit, saliva, feces, respiratory secretions, blood Mode of transmission
Broken skin Portal of entry
Which color would indicate the bacteria is gram-positive? Purple
Which of the following pathogens would you be concerned about when handling a patient's blood? Hepatitis B
Which of the following organizations is concerned with PPE training for employees? OSHA
How long do autoclaved items wrapped in paper stay sterile? 30 days
Which pathogens are considered airborne? - TB - Varicella (chicken pox) - Measles
Which of the following pathogens are spread via contact with the patient and their surroundings? MRSA
When using a fire extinguisher, PASS helps you remember the proper technique. 1: pull 2: aim 3: squeeze 4: sweep
Doff PPE 1. gloves 2. gown 3. goggles 4. mask 5.hand hygene
You don't have to wear PPE when you are sanitizing soiled equipment. False
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