FPCC Exam 1 Questions and Correct Answers the Latest Update
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Course
FPCC
Institution
FPCC
Chain of infection
infectious agent
reservoir
portal of exit
transmission
portal of entry
susceptible host
Infectious agent
pathogens- capable of causing disease
Reservoir
a place where pathogens survive and multiply
human body is the most common
portal of exit
for infection ...
✓ when the pathogen travels in water droplets expelled as an infected person exhales,
coughs, sneezes, or talks
Droplet indications & barrier protection
✓ the flu
✓
✓ private or cohort room
✓ surgical mask within 3 ft
✓ mask on patient when transporting
Airborne transmission
✓ for pathogens that are very small & remain infectious over long distances when
suspended in the air & easily transmitted through air currents
✓
✓ ex. fanning linens, ventilating systems
How can nursing care support the body's natural primary defenses against
infection?
✓ watching for impaired skin integrity
✓ hygiene of the patient
✓ make sure patient is breathing properly
✓ eyes are protected
✓ mouth is clean
✓ no GI, GU or bowel problems
Goals in infection control
✓ prevent exposure
✓ support patients natural defenses
✓ early detection
✓ eliminate or reduce infection
✓ educate in infection prevention & control
lifestyle factors that decrease infection risk
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