SUFFOLK BODY ART EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ALREADY PASSED
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome - Answers Abbreviated AIDS; a disease that breaks down
the body's immune system. AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
applicator - Answers A term referring to either single-use and reusable spatula or similar
devices
Anti-septics - Answers chemical germicide formulated for use on skin; registered and regulated
by the Food and Drug Administration. Limits infection
Autoclave - Answers Piece of equipment used to sterilize articles by way of steam under
pressure and/or dry heat for heat resistant instruments
Bacteria - Answers microscopic, single-celled organisms that are not detectable with the naked
eye. Capable of causing infection through abraded skin
Bacterial spores - Answers Small oval shaped. Can only be destroyed by sterilization. Feeds
bacteria. Able to survive in harsh conditions by evolving.
Blood borne infection - Answers Caused by pathogens found in an infected persons blood such
as Hep B/C and HIV
body fluids - Answers blood, pus, liquid from sores, urine, stool, tears, spit, droplets from
sneezes and coughs, and sputum
cleaning - Answers A mechanical process using soap and water or detergent and water to
remove all visible dirt debris and many disease causing germs.
contamination - Answers The introduction of dangerous chemicals, disease, or infectious
materials.
cross-contamination - Answers the process by which bacteria or other microorganisms are
unintentionally transferred from one substance or object to another, with harmful effect.
detergent - Answers a water-soluble cleaner that can emulsify dirt and oil (enhances cleaning
action)
disinfectant - Answers a chemical agent used to destroy or inhibit the growth of harmful
organisms but does not necessarily kill all microbial forms in inanimate objects
Disinfection - Answers process used to destroy microorganisms; destroys all pathogenic
organisms except spores
gloves - Answers Protective equipment that covers arms during lab (Can be latex or nitrile when
working with chemicals) Also can have heat resistant gloves. SINGLE USE.
, Hepatitis B virus - Answers virus that causes inflammation of the liver; transmitted through any
body fluid, including vaginal secretions, semen, and blood. Can cause cirrhosis (liver scarring).
Takes 6 weeks-6 months to produce infection when entered into the body.
Hepititis C Virus (HCV) - Answers An infection caused by a virus that attacks the liver and leads
to inflammation. Spread by contact of blood.
human inmmunodeficiency virus (HIV) - Answers Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
is caused by HIV, which damages the cells in the body's immune system so that the body is
unable to fight infection or certain cancers. Takes 1-6 months for blood to test positive after it
enters the body.
immunization - Answers The deliberate exposure of a pathogen to produce memory cells. Aka
vaccines
infection - Answers The invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogens resulting by
presence and multiplying of microorganisms
Infection control - Answers practices and procedures that prevent the spread of infection
Infectious waste - Answers Waste that consists of blood, blood products, contaminated sharps,
or other microbiologic products
instrument - Answers a tool or device used for a particular purpose usually made from stainless
steel to withstand heat during sterilization
latex - Answers A naturally occurring sap obtained from rubber trees that is used in the
manufacture of medical devices, supplies, and patient care items.
Latex allergy - Answers Reaction to protein in sap of tree
Microorganisms/Microbes - Answers organisms that are too small to be seen with the unaided
eye, aka germs, bacteria, fungus/virus
mucous membrane - Answers an epithelial tissue that secretes mucus and that lines many body
cavities and tubular organs including the mouth, nose, eyes, genitalia
Pathogen - Answers a bacterium, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease.
Regulated infectious waste - Answers All waste, visibly dripping with blood that could potentially
be contaminated with disease causing microorganisms, presents a recognized infectious
hazard to waste disposal workers and environment if appropriate precautions are not used
Reusable - Answers Instrument designated by manufacturer as suitable for reprocessing and
reuse.
Sharps - Answers biohazard materials such as needles, scalpel blades, disposable razors and
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome - Answers Abbreviated AIDS; a disease that breaks down
the body's immune system. AIDS is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
applicator - Answers A term referring to either single-use and reusable spatula or similar
devices
Anti-septics - Answers chemical germicide formulated for use on skin; registered and regulated
by the Food and Drug Administration. Limits infection
Autoclave - Answers Piece of equipment used to sterilize articles by way of steam under
pressure and/or dry heat for heat resistant instruments
Bacteria - Answers microscopic, single-celled organisms that are not detectable with the naked
eye. Capable of causing infection through abraded skin
Bacterial spores - Answers Small oval shaped. Can only be destroyed by sterilization. Feeds
bacteria. Able to survive in harsh conditions by evolving.
Blood borne infection - Answers Caused by pathogens found in an infected persons blood such
as Hep B/C and HIV
body fluids - Answers blood, pus, liquid from sores, urine, stool, tears, spit, droplets from
sneezes and coughs, and sputum
cleaning - Answers A mechanical process using soap and water or detergent and water to
remove all visible dirt debris and many disease causing germs.
contamination - Answers The introduction of dangerous chemicals, disease, or infectious
materials.
cross-contamination - Answers the process by which bacteria or other microorganisms are
unintentionally transferred from one substance or object to another, with harmful effect.
detergent - Answers a water-soluble cleaner that can emulsify dirt and oil (enhances cleaning
action)
disinfectant - Answers a chemical agent used to destroy or inhibit the growth of harmful
organisms but does not necessarily kill all microbial forms in inanimate objects
Disinfection - Answers process used to destroy microorganisms; destroys all pathogenic
organisms except spores
gloves - Answers Protective equipment that covers arms during lab (Can be latex or nitrile when
working with chemicals) Also can have heat resistant gloves. SINGLE USE.
, Hepatitis B virus - Answers virus that causes inflammation of the liver; transmitted through any
body fluid, including vaginal secretions, semen, and blood. Can cause cirrhosis (liver scarring).
Takes 6 weeks-6 months to produce infection when entered into the body.
Hepititis C Virus (HCV) - Answers An infection caused by a virus that attacks the liver and leads
to inflammation. Spread by contact of blood.
human inmmunodeficiency virus (HIV) - Answers Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
is caused by HIV, which damages the cells in the body's immune system so that the body is
unable to fight infection or certain cancers. Takes 1-6 months for blood to test positive after it
enters the body.
immunization - Answers The deliberate exposure of a pathogen to produce memory cells. Aka
vaccines
infection - Answers The invasion of body tissues by disease-causing pathogens resulting by
presence and multiplying of microorganisms
Infection control - Answers practices and procedures that prevent the spread of infection
Infectious waste - Answers Waste that consists of blood, blood products, contaminated sharps,
or other microbiologic products
instrument - Answers a tool or device used for a particular purpose usually made from stainless
steel to withstand heat during sterilization
latex - Answers A naturally occurring sap obtained from rubber trees that is used in the
manufacture of medical devices, supplies, and patient care items.
Latex allergy - Answers Reaction to protein in sap of tree
Microorganisms/Microbes - Answers organisms that are too small to be seen with the unaided
eye, aka germs, bacteria, fungus/virus
mucous membrane - Answers an epithelial tissue that secretes mucus and that lines many body
cavities and tubular organs including the mouth, nose, eyes, genitalia
Pathogen - Answers a bacterium, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease.
Regulated infectious waste - Answers All waste, visibly dripping with blood that could potentially
be contaminated with disease causing microorganisms, presents a recognized infectious
hazard to waste disposal workers and environment if appropriate precautions are not used
Reusable - Answers Instrument designated by manufacturer as suitable for reprocessing and
reuse.
Sharps - Answers biohazard materials such as needles, scalpel blades, disposable razors and
