INFECTION CONTROL
The most important way to prevent the spread of infection.
What is handwashing?
PPE worn on the hands.
What are gloves?
Needles should be placed in this container immediately after use.
What is a sharps container?
The organism that causes disease.
What is an infectious agent?
The first step in the RACE fire safety procedure.
What is Rescue?
These microorganisms can cause disease.
What are pathogens?
PPE used to protect clothing and skin from contamination.
What is a gown?
Before lifting a patient, you should use proper body _____.
What is mechanics?
The place where a pathogen lives and multiplies.
What is a reservoir?
The acronym PASS is used for operating this device.
What is a fire extinguisher?
An infection acquired while receiving treatment in a healthcare facility.
What is a healthcare-associated infection (HAI)?
PPE used to protect the eyes from splashes.
What are goggles or a face shield?
The abbreviation SDS stands for this important safety document.
What is Safety Data Sheet?
The way a pathogen leaves the reservoir.
What is the portal of exit?
During CPR, these compressions are given before rescue breaths for adults.
What are 30 compressions?
This type of precaution is used for all patients.
What are Standard Precautions?
This respirator is worn for airborne diseases such as tuberculosis.
What is an N95 mask?
A wet floor sign helps prevent this type of accident.
What is a slip-and-fall injury?
Contact, droplet, and airborne are examples of this link.
What is mode of transmission?
This emergency cart contains life-saving equipment and medications.
What is a crash cart?
The destruction of all microorganisms, including spores.
What is sterilization?
This should always be performed before putting on and after removing PPE.
What is hand hygiene?
Exposure to blood and body fluids should be reported to this department immediately.
What is the supervisor or occupational health department?
The person who can become infected by the pathogen.
What is a susceptible host?
The universal emergency phone number in the United States.
What is 911?