infection control
define sanitizing vs sterilizing
sanitizing- reducing bacteria; sterilizing- kills all microorganisms
what is the purpose of ppe
hazard protection
define pathogenic vs nonpathogenic bacteria
pathogenic- diseases causing; nonpathogenic- not disease causing
what are the 4 main types of microrganisms
bacteria virus fungi parasites
which type of gloves can cause irritation/dermatitis
latex
what is the first step in infection control
cleaning and rinsing
what does OSHA do
enforce health and safety
what is pediculosis capitis
lice
what is hepatitis
inflammation of liver
what type of flooring is recommended for treatment rooms
washable
how is HIV primarily spread
bodily fluids
Prevention of infection begins and ends with: ______
yourself
most bacteria are pathogenic or nonpathogenic?
Bonus point: what percentage?
nonpathogenic
70%
Disease-causing microorganisms carried in blood or body fluids are called
bloodborne pathogens
what should you do with appliances when not in use
turn off and unplug and store safely
which infection control step kills most microorganisms
disinfection- 2nd step
where do u test the temp of a hot towel before placing on client
inside of wrist
pus is a sign of ________
bacterial infection
when comparing disinfectants, the one with higher efficacy will do what?
kill more organisms
what is the term for methods used to reduce or eliminate transmission
infection control
define direct and indirect transmission
direct- contact; indirect- no contact
a disease that can spread from one person to another is _______
communicable / contagious
a steamers water should be filled ______
slightly below fill line
there can be no bacterial infection without the presence of _____
pathogenic bacteria
what is necessary of waste containers in a treatment room
they must be closed and covered