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MED159 Chapter 35

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Autoclave Device that uses pressurized steam to sterilize instruments and equipment
Medical Asepsis Measures taken to reduce the number of microorganisms present, Such as handwashing
Surgical Asepsis The elimination of all microorganisms from objects or a working area
Biological Indicator Used as quality control to ensure that sterilization has occurred
Healthcare Associated infection Infection acquired by a patient in a healthcare setting
MRSA Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus Caused by Staph bacteria resistant to most antibiotics
Key to stopping transmission of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus Hand washing
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Gear Worn to protect against Physical Hazards
Invasive Procedure Procedure that requires entry into a body cavity or cutting into skin or mucous membrane
Central Line Catheter placed in a large vein used to give fluids and medications
Sterilization indicator An Insert that confirms that the items in an autoclave have been exposed to the correct volume of steam and temperature for the correct amount of time
Nosocomial Infections Healthcare-associated infections FKA
When opening a sterile container Place the lid face up
How many needlestick injuries occur each year 800,000
Most Common Microorganism associated with surgical site infections Staphylococcus Aureus
Microorganism brought into a surgical site by medical instruments or equipment Exogenous
Most SSIs are Endogenous
Endogenous Microorganisms found on the skin or in the body of the patient
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