Tranmission 1
Single celled microorganisms sometimes called "germs"
Bacteria
A virus that attacks and destroys the infection-fighting cells of the immune system is called:
HIV
Highest level of infection control
Sterilization
Removing dirt, debris and potential pathogens to aid in slowing the growth of pathogens is:
Cleaning
What does EPA stand for?
Environmental protection agency
Bacteria that are harmless and can even be beneficial are called:
Non pathogenic
What is another name for head lice?
Pediculosis capitis
Applying the same infection control procedures on all clients is a practice known as:
Standard precautions
A product that can be applied to the skin to reduce pathogens is called a(n):
Antiseptic
How often should disinfectant be changed?
Daily as required by the EPA
What percentage of alcohol is safe for the skin and used as an antispetc?
70%
Another name for ring worm
Tinea corporis
Lowest level of infection control
Cleaning/ sanitizing
What approximate percent of all bacteria are harmless?
70%
A communicable disease refers to a disease that is:
Contagious/ spread from one person to another
The main difference between bacterial infections and viruses
Viruses cannot be treated with antibiotics
What type of slime is created when a bacterial colony and water are present?
Biofilm
First step of the blood exposure procedure
Stop service
Reaction that happens when disinfectant comes in contact with the skin, appears as a rash
Contact dermatitis
What are produced by the immune system to either destroy, kill or inactivate pathogens?
Antibodies
Bacterial cells that cause infection and diseases are:
Pathogenic bacteria
An infection that is located in a small, confined area is known as a:
Local
Government agency that protects employees in the workplace and enforces safety
OSHA
Key product information–such as toxicology, first-aid, firefighting measures and ecological information–is provided by the:
SDS
Bacteria can enter the body through all of the following ways EXCEPT: