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Infection Control

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show small, living organism that is not visible to the naked eye  
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show microorganisms that are a part of the normal flora of the body and are beneficial in maintaining certain body processes  
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pathogens   show
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show microorganisms that require oxygen to live  
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anaerobic   show
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bacteria   show
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protozoa   show
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fungi   show
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show parasitic microorganisms that are commonly found on fleas, lice, ticks, and mites  
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viruses   show
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show multicellular parasitic organisms commonly called worms or flukes  
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Endogenous   show
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exogenous   show
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show hospital-acquired or healthcare assoicated infection, acquired by a pateint in a health care facility  
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show infections that occur when the body's defenses (immune system) are weak  
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show these 6 links or conditions must be met for disease to occur and spread from one individual to another  
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show a germ (pathogen) that can cause a disease or illness  
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reservoir   show
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show the path in which the infectious agent leaves the reservoir in which it has been growing  
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mode of transmission   show
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portal of entry   show
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susceptible host   show
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sterile   show
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show means that organisms and pathogens are present  
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antisepsis   show
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disinfection   show
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sterilization   show
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show the use of microorganisms, or bioogic agens, as weapons to infect humans, animals, or plants  
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standard precautions   show
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sharps containers   show
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biohazard red bag   show
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