Infection Control w2 Word Scramble
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| Question | Answer |
| What is a pathogen? | agent of disease: something that can cause disease |
| What is a microorganism? | microscopic organism: a tiny organism such as a virus, protozoan, or bacterium that can only be seen under a microscope |
| Chain of Infection: what are the 6 links? | Infectious agentReservoirExit Route (Portal of exit)Method of TransmissionEntrance (Portal of entry)Host |
| What is a nosocomial infection? | infections that are a result of treatment in a hospital or a healthcare service unit |
| What is the most important infection control measure? | Hand washing |
| Surgical Asepsis | Absence of microorganisms and sporesThe slightest break of sterile technique results in contaminationUsed during nursing procedures such as urinary cath insertion, tracheostomy care, sterile dressing changes, central line dressing change |
| What is “PPE”? | Personal Protective Equipment |
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