Infection control 1
slender, hair-like extensions used by bacilli and spirilla for locomotion.
flagella
Barbers itch is also known as
Tinea barbae
pus formimg bacteria that grow in clusters
staphylococci
A ringworm fungus on the foot
Tinea Pedis
spiral or cork screw shaped bacteria
spirilla
When bacteria is in active stage, it reaches its largest size the divide into 2 cells. This is called
Binary fission
Disinfectant capable of destroying viruses
Virucidal
a contagious skin disease that is caused by the itch mite
scabies
a chemical process for reducing the number of disease causing germs on cleaned surfaces
sanitizing
Shows no symptoms or signs of infection
Asymptomatic
Disinfectant capable of destroying bacteria
Bactericidal
a fluid created by infection
pus
made or constructed of a material that has pores or openings.
porous
Self movement
motility
To assume that all human blood and bodily fluids are infectious for bloodborne pathogens
Universal Precautions
harmful microorganisms that cause disease or infection
pathogenic
A pimple or abscess confined to a particular part of the body
Local Infection
Organisms that grow, feed, and shelter on or in another organism.
parasites
Disease causing microorganisms that are carried in the body by blood or bodily fluids
Bloodborne Pathogens
an item that is made or constructed of a material that has no pores or openings cannot absorb liquids
nonporous
harmless microorganisms that may perform useful functions and are safe to come in contact with since they do not cause disease or harm
nonpathogenic
immunity that is partly inherited and partly developed through healthy living
natural immunity
Type of fungus that affects plants or grows on inanimate objects but does not cause human infections in the salon.
Mildew
Immunity that the body develops after overcoming a disease
Acquired Immunity
The invasion of body tissues by disease causing pathogens
Infection