infections
Cocci appear singly or in groups and their shape is
Round
what is the regulatory agency under the department of labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace
OSHA
what is a common way of which infection is spread
Coughing and sneezing
this is developed through the injection of antigens that stimulate the bodys immune response
passive immunity
what is the most common form of bacterial cells?
bacilli
Term that means all bacteria have been killed including spores
Sterilization
When disinfecting an implement, its important to do what?
Pre-clean the implement with antibacterial soap and water and friction
What is the study of small organisms
Microbiology
what type of infection is it where the pathogen has distributed itself throughout the body rather then staying in one area or organ?
Systematic
what type of bacterial cell is a coiled, corkscrew- shaped Organism that can cause highly contagious diseases
Spirilla
what keeps the body in A cronic stage of inflammation, painful and, inhibits healing
Bio-films
What is the first course of action to take if it is suspected that a person is choking
determine if they can talk
the second level of infection control is
Disinfection
AIDS is a disease that breaks down the body's __________ system
Immune
the size of viruses in relation to bacteria is
much smaller then bacteria
the presents of pus means
A bacterial infection
What standards address issues related to your right to know about any potential hazardous ingredients contained in the products and how to avoid these hazards
OSHA standards
WHAT GROUP approves the efficacy of disinfectants
the EPA
shows no signs of sickness is called
asymptomatic
plants or animals that live on or obtain nutrients from another organism are called
external parasites
Hepatitis is a bloodborne virus that effects what part of the body
the liver
What is the machanical practice using soap and water
Cleaning
What is the first step to take when exposed to A CLIENTS blood during a treatment
STOP THE SERVICE AND wash hand THEN put on GLOVES
Clients with impaired immune systems are at __________ risk of infection should they encounter pathogens
very high
Staph bacteria are responsible for
food poisoning