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Infection Control (Unitek LVN term 1) Questions and Answers 100% Pass
Infection Control (Unitek LVN term 1) Questions and Answers 100% Pass
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Infection Control (Unitek LVN term 1) Questions andAnswers 100% Pass
Medical Asepsis Correct Ans-a group of techniques that INHIBIT the growth and spread of
pathogenic microorganisms. sometimes referred to as the "clean technique"
Microorganism Correct Ans-any tiny (usually microscopic) entity capable of carrying on
living processes; kinds of microorganisms include bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses; seen
only by a microscope
Reservoir Correct Ans-any natural habitat of a microorganism that promotes growth and
reproduction
Spore Correct Ans-the reproductive cell of some microorganisms such as fungi or protozoa.
these cells are highly resistant to heat and chemicals. under proper environmental conditions
they may revert to an actively multiplying form of bacterium. such as gas-gangrene or
tetanus.
Standard Precautions Correct Ans-a set of guidelines set forth by the CDC to reduce the
risk of transmission of bloodborne pathogens and pathogens for moist body substances.
these precautions promote handwashing and the use of gloves, masks, eye protection, and
gowns when appropriate for patient contact. these precautions are designed to reduce the
risk of transmission of microorganisms from both recognized and unrecognized sources of
infection.
, Infection Control (Unitek LVN term 1) Questions and
Answers 100% Pass
Sterilization Correct Ans-a process by which all microorganisms including their spores are
destroyed
Surgical Asepsis Correct Ans-a group of techniques that DESTROY all microorganisms and
their spores also known as "sterile technique"
Vector Correct Ans-a living carrier for transmission of microorganisms
Vehicle Correct Ans-the means by which organisms are carried about
Virulent Correct Ans-having the power to produce disease; of or pertaining to a VERY
pathogenic or rapidly progressive condition.
Nosocomial Infection Correct Ans-an infection acquired or any other healthcare facility; an
infection acquired at least 72 hours after admission
Antiseptic Correct Ans-a substance that tends to inhibit the growth and reproduction of
microorganisms; may be used on humans
Asepsis Correct Ans-free of pathogenic organisms
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