N125 vital signs smu | Exam Study
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localized infection
an infection that is limited to a specific location in the body and has local symptoms
systemic infection
infection spreads to several sites and tissue fluids usually in the bloodstream
normal flora defense
microorganism
maintain a sensitive balance w other microorganisms to prevent infection
any factor that disrupts normal flora balance places a person at increased risk
for acquiring disease
body systems defense
organs
inflammation
signs of local inflammation and infection are identical
vascular and cellular responses
Acute inflammation: rapid vasodilatation that causes redness at the site and localized
warmth allowing phagocytosis to occur
exudates
fluid, cells, and other substances (pus) that filter from cells or capillaries ooze into
, lesions or areas of inflammation
serous, sanguineous, or purulent
tissue repair
regeneration and fibrosis
HAIs
healthcare associated infections
pts at greater risk for HAIs
Multiple illnesses
Older adults
Poorly nourished
Lowered resistance to infection
Guide+Questionswith 100% Correct
Solutions
localized infection
an infection that is limited to a specific location in the body and has local symptoms
systemic infection
infection spreads to several sites and tissue fluids usually in the bloodstream
normal flora defense
microorganism
maintain a sensitive balance w other microorganisms to prevent infection
any factor that disrupts normal flora balance places a person at increased risk
for acquiring disease
body systems defense
organs
inflammation
signs of local inflammation and infection are identical
vascular and cellular responses
Acute inflammation: rapid vasodilatation that causes redness at the site and localized
warmth allowing phagocytosis to occur
exudates
fluid, cells, and other substances (pus) that filter from cells or capillaries ooze into
, lesions or areas of inflammation
serous, sanguineous, or purulent
tissue repair
regeneration and fibrosis
HAIs
healthcare associated infections
pts at greater risk for HAIs
Multiple illnesses
Older adults
Poorly nourished
Lowered resistance to infection