Ch. 1-2
T/F SINCE SP TECHS DO NOT HANDLE MONEY, ETHICS CONSIDERATIONS DO NOT APPLY TO THEM
FALSE
Removal of the uterus?
Hysterectomy
What is microbiology?
the Scientific study of nature, life and action of microorganisms
How many parts are in the chain of infection
6
organization that protects workers from occupationally, caused illness and injures
OSHA
What does PPE stand for?
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
A place where two bones meet
Joint
What is the basic unit of life?
a cell
list an element in the chain of infection
causative agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, susceptible host
which organization promotes health by preventing and controlling disease
CDC
Approximately how many instruments are SP techs responsible for identifying?
Thousands
What is an arthroscopy?
The surgical procedure to visually examine a joint
T/F Herpes simplex is an abnormal form of protein
False. It is a viral disease
Explain why its important to remove all jewelry in sterile areas
It can harbor microorganisms that could be transmitted into or out of the SPD
Federal medical insurance that primarily serves those older than 65?
Medicare
HEMI MEANS
HALF
The process in which cartilage is replaced by bone
Ossification
what is a gram stain
One of the most common processes designed to classify bacteria by color change.
What is the proper attire to wear in the Operating Room
scrub attire, head cover, mustache/beard cover
which organization creates and enforces laws relating to cleaner water, air, and land?
Enviromental Protection agency
OSTOMY MEANS?
CREATION OF AN OPENING
THE PATHWAY FOOD TAKES THROUGH THE DIGESTIVE SYTEM IS CALLED?
THE ALIMENTARY CANAL
The "bacillus" bacteria shape classification means the shape is like a:
Rod
Why do you wear PPE in decontamination?
To protect workers in biohazardous areas from bloodborne pathogen exposures that may occur as they handle contaminated items
A federal and state assistance program pays covered medical expenses for low-income idividuals
Medicaid