Bacteria
Pus-forming bacterial cells that form in chains
Streptococci
Bacteria that are harmful and cause infection and disease
Pathogenic
Disease that interferes with the body's immune system
HIV
Steps taken to prevent the spread of disease and kill certain or all microbes
Infection Control
Place cloth over wound, apply pressure, call 911, elevate injury above heart, bandage injury.
First Aid for bleeding wounds
Most common form of bacterial cells, rod shaped
Bacilli
When bacteria grow rapidly and reproduce also known as mitosis
Active Stage
Organisms that live on or obtain nutrients from another organisms
External Parasites
3 main categories of infection control
Sanitation, disinfection, and sterilization
Encourages people to help others in emergency situations
Good Samaritan Laws
Round shaped bacterial cells which appear singularly or in groups
Cocci
Harmless and can be beneficial, 70% of all bacteria
Non-Pathogenic
Highly infectious disease that infects the liver
Hepatitis B (HBV)
Used to prevent the growth of micro-organisms on the skin
Antiseptics
Rinse away all traces of chemicals while moving away contaminated clothing from burn area, cover burn loosely with dry cloth
First Aid for Chemical burns
Pus-forming bacterial cells that form in bunches or clusters
Staphylococci
Study of small organisms known as germs or microbes
Microbiology
An infection that is systemic and carries bacteria and toxins throughout the body
General Infection
Agency that approves the efficacy of products used in infection control
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
Check if victim can speak, call 911, preform Heimlich maneuver
First Aid for Choking victim
Spiraled, coiled, corkscrew-shaped bacterial cells that are highly contagious
Spirilla
Spore formation by which bacteria can resist disinfection
Inactive Stage
Disease-causing bacteria or viruses that are transmitted through blood or body fluids
Bloodborne Pathogens
Regulating agency under Department of Labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
Lay victim down on back, reassure victim, apply cold compress If victim vomits roll on side
First Aid for Fainting victim