Microbiology
The term “pathogenic” means
Disease producing
This agency promotes health by preventing and controlling disease
CDC
Blood, tissue, body fluids on surgical instruments is referred to as
Bioburden
The term "lipo" means
Fat
This instrument is used to cut away at bone and tissue
Rongeur
This is used to test the effectiveness of sterilization cycles
Spores
This agency is considered one of the major resources for healthcare guidelines
AAMI
The use of physical or chemical means to remove, inactivate, or destroy blood –borne pathogens on the surface of an item is known as
Decontamination
The prefix "para" means
Beside or near
Commonly found in the OR, this can damage instruments with prolonged use causing "pitting"
Saline
This is not a requirement for bacteria to survive
Bright light
This agency enforces laws relating the transportation of medical wastes
DOT
A solution is considered neutral when the pH is at what number
7
What the surgical procedure ORIF stands for
Open Reduction Internal Fixation
The part of a ring-handled instrument where the two parts meet and pivot
Box Lock
CJD (Creutzfeldt –Jacob Disease) is caused by
Prions
This agency provides standards and evaluations for healthcare facilities at least every 3 years
Joint Commission
In order for a disinfectant to perform most effectively this must happen
The item must remain wet for the stated amount of time
The term "myorrhaphy" would mean
To suture muscle (wound)
This chemical process is applied during instrument manufacture that provides a corrosion-resistant finish
Passivation
What are the 3 main shape classifications of bacteria
Cocci, Bacillus and spirillum
This agency develops nationally recognized standards, recommended practices and guidelines for the Perioperative setting
AORN
According to Spaulding's classification of medical devices, a semi-critical item requires this form of disinfection
High level disinfection
The suffix meaning "the surgical creation of a new opening" is
-ostomy
Surgical instruments with a hollow barrel (lumen) through their center
Cannulas