Aquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Correct Answer-Abrv. AIDS; a disease
that breaks down the body's immune system. AIDS is caused by a human
immunodeficiency Virus(HIV).
Acquired Immunity Correct Answer-Immunity that the body develops a resistance
from overcoming a disease, or from vaccinations.
Antiseptics Correct Answer-Chemical germicides formulated to use on skin;
registered and regulated by the FDA.
Aseptic Procedures Correct Answer-A process of properly handling sterilized and
disinfected equipment and supplies to reduce contamination.
Asymptomatic Correct Answer-Showing no signs or symptoms of infection.
Autoclave Correct Answer-A device for sterilization by steam under pressure. It
removes all microbes.
Bacilli Correct Answer-Short rod-shaped bacteria. Most common bacteria and
produce diseases such as tetanus(lockjaw), typhoid fever, tuberculosis, and
diphtheria.
Bacteria Correct Answer-One-called microorganisms that have both plant and
animal characteristics. Some are harmful and some are harmless.
Bactericidal Correct Answer-Capable of destroying bacteria.
, Binary fushion Correct Answer-The division of bacteria cells into two new cells
called daughter cells.
Bioburden Correct Answer-The number of viable organisms present before
decontamination or sterilization.
Bloodborne Pathogens Correct Answer-Disease-causing microorganisms carried in
the body by blood or body fluids, such as hepatitis and HIV
Body substance isolation Correct Answer-Abrv. BSI; a system of precautions
developed to prevent contact with bodily substances and fluids by using protective
apparel to prevent the spread of communicable disease.
Chelating soaps Correct Answer-Detergents that break down stubborn films and
remove residue of products such as scrubs, salts and masks.
Clean/Cleaning Correct Answer-Scrubbing using soap and water or detergent and
water to remove all visible dirt, debris, and many disease-causing germs. Cleaning
also removed invisible debris that interferes with disinfection.
Cocci Correct Answer-Round-shaped bacteria that appear singly or in groups. The
three types of cocci are staphylococci, streptococci and diplococci.
Contagious disease Correct Answer-AKA communicable disease; disease that is
spread from person to person. Most contagious are common cold, ringworm, pink
eye, viral infections, and nail or toe infections.
Contamination Correct Answer-The presence of blood or other potentially
infectious materials on an item's surface or visible debris or residues such as hair
skin or dust.