Germs
The process or ability to kill or control the growth of living organisms?
Biocidal
Any infection that happens after surgery?
SSI Surgical Site Infection
An inanimate object that can transmit bacteria?
Fomite
Person or animal that lacks the ability to resist an infection?
Susceptible Host
The six step process of an infection spreading from one to another?
Chain of Infection
Should jewelry be worn in the workplace?
No
Microorganisms that cause disease?
Pathogens
When microorganisms live on or in a host?
Colonization
The absence of microorganisms that cause disease
Asepsis
The act of handwashing?
Hand Hygiene
Place where an infectious agent can survive?
Resevoir
A person who is infected with a disease but shows no symptoms?
Carrier
Any activity or procedure that prevents infection or break the chain of infection?
Aseptic Technique
Should beverages be allowed in the SPD?
No
Path by which an infectious disease leaves the body?
portal of exit
Areas where sterile procedure are performed?
Restricted
The path by an infectious agent to enter a susceptible host?
Portal of entry
What should completely cover your T-shirt
Scrub Top