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SPC - RT
Fundamentals of RT - Unit 10
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Disinfectant | destroys vegetation form of pathogens NOT Spores |
| Types of Disinfectants | Low - Will NOT kill Microorganisms (TB) Intermediate - kills all veg. bacteria and fungi Not all Viruses. High - Kills all Veg. Microorganisms, kills most Spores with long exposure |
| Pasturization is a form of | Intermediate Disinfection, w/ Hot Water |
| Acetic Acid- | Low Level Chemical Disinfectant - for home SVN - uses Vinegar and Distilled water. |
| Intermediate Level Chemical Disinfectant - | ethyl and isopropyl alcohol - used on med vials. Disinfectant-used on surfaces. Anticeptics used on tissue. Face Mask, Vent or BP Cuff (Contact with Skin) |
| High level chemical Disinfectants- | Kills spore w/ 3 hours of exposure. Ideal for Bronchoscope. Hydrogen Peroxide 6% - Sporicidal. Bleach - Surface disinfectant. Bronchoscope, Airways, Vent Tubing, Ambu bag, Neb (Contact with Mucous Membrane) |
| Sterilization | Complete distruction of all microbs. Autoclave, Ionizing Radiation, Ethylene Oxide. Surgical Equip., Broncoscope Brushes/forceps, and intravascular Cath. (Into Body or Bloodstream) |
| Autoclave | Thermal Indicator- Steam under pressure |
| Ionizing Radiation | Gamma Rays - High cost and Long Exposure |
| Ethylene Oxide | Chemical Indicator - Good for heat sensitive Equip. |