A small living organism not visible to the naked eye is a __________.
microorganism
________ is a simple one celled organism.
Bacteria
This microorganism is a simple, plant like organism that lives on dead organic matter. Yeasts and molds are two forms.
Fungi
COVID 19 is an example of which type of microorganism?
Viruses
In the chain of infection, this is considered the pathogen. An example would be the flu virus.
Infectious agent
These microorganisms cause infection and disease
Pathogens/germs
Name the 4 different types of bacteria
Cocci, diplococci, streptococci, staphylococci
Athlete's Foot is an example of a ________.
Fungi/Fungus
__________ is the single most important method to stop the spread of infection?
Handwashing
In the chain of infection, this is an area where the agent can live; example is the human body, animals or the environment
Reservoir
These microorganisms are part of our normal makeup and don't contain germs.
nonpathogens
What is used to kill bacteria?
Antibiotics
The smallest organism that cannot be killed by antibiotics. The common cold is an example.
Virus
Give some examples of when handwashing should be done.
before and after touching a patient
after using the bathroom
before and after a procedure
1. In the chain of infection this is a way for the agent to escape for the reservoir.
2. In the chain of infection this is a way for the agent to enter a new reservoir.
1. Portal of Exit
2. Portal of Entry
Some microorganisms require oxygen to live. What are these called?
Aerobic
A bacteria that is round or spherical in shape is called _________?
Cocci
Sterile
How many seconds is required for proper handwashing?
at least 20 seconds
In the chain of infection, this is a way for the agent to be transmitted to another host or reservoir
Example is kissing, shaking hands
Mode of transmission
These microorganisms do not need oxygen to live.
Anaerobic
Protozoa
3 viruses that are of major concern to health care providers:
Aids
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis C
Name some examples of PPE
surgical caps/hats
surgical shoe covers
gloves
masks
face shield
In the chain of infection, a person likely to get an infection or disease is called a __________.
Example is an elderly person or a baby
Susceptible host