DHO Health Science (Chapter 15 - Infection Control) –
Qs And As
acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) Right Ans - - cause by the
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and suppresses the immune system
- individual with aids cannot fight off many cancers & infections that would
not affect a healthy person
- Presently, there is no cure and no vaccine available
aerobic Right Ans - - organisms that require oxygen to live
airborne precautions Right Ans - are required to protect against airborne
transmission of infectious agents. Diseases requiring airborne precautions
include, but are not limited to: Measles, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
(SARS), Varicella (chickenpox), and Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
anaerobic Right Ans - - organisms that live and reproduce in the absence of
oxygen
antisepsis Right Ans - - prevent or inhibit growth of pathogenic organisms
but are not effective against spores and viruses
asepsis Right Ans - - the absence of disease-producing microorganism, or
pathogens
autoclave Right Ans - - piece of equipment that uses steam under pressure
or gas to sterilize equipment and supplies
bacteria Right Ans - - simple, one-celled organisms that multiply rapidly.
- classified by shape and arrangement
bioterrorism Right Ans - - the use of microorganisms, or biologic agents, as
weapons to infect humans, animals, or plants.
cavitation Right Ans - to attract and hold the attention or interest of, as by
beauty or excellence; enchant: Her blue eyes and red hair captivated him.
, chain of infection Right Ans - - factors that lead to the transmission or
spread of disease
chemical disinfection Right Ans - an agent that frees from infection;
especially : a chemical that destroys vegetative forms of harmful
microorganisms (as bacteria and fungi) especially on inanimate objects but
that may be less effective in destroying spores.
clean Right Ans - free from dirt, marks, or stains.
communicable disease Right Ans - Any disease transmitted from one
person or animal to another; also called contagious disease.
contact precautions Right Ans - Procedures that reduce the risk of spread
of infections through direct or indirect contact. Transmission occurs with
physical contact of the infected patient or handling of a contaminated object in
the infected patient's room. Masks, gowns, and gloves as well as standard
precautions must be used by healthcare providers when in the infected
patient's room.
contaminated Right Ans - - organisms and pathogens are present
disinfection Right Ans - - process that destroys or kills pathogenic
organisms
droplet precautions Right Ans - apply to clients known or suspected to be
infected with pathogens that can be transmitted by droplets.
endogenous Right Ans - - means the infection or disease originates within
the body
- examples are metabolic disorders, tumors, and infections caused by
microorganisms within the body
epidemic Right Ans - a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a
community at a particular time.
exogenous Right Ans - - means infection or disease originated outside the
body
Qs And As
acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) Right Ans - - cause by the
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and suppresses the immune system
- individual with aids cannot fight off many cancers & infections that would
not affect a healthy person
- Presently, there is no cure and no vaccine available
aerobic Right Ans - - organisms that require oxygen to live
airborne precautions Right Ans - are required to protect against airborne
transmission of infectious agents. Diseases requiring airborne precautions
include, but are not limited to: Measles, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
(SARS), Varicella (chickenpox), and Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
anaerobic Right Ans - - organisms that live and reproduce in the absence of
oxygen
antisepsis Right Ans - - prevent or inhibit growth of pathogenic organisms
but are not effective against spores and viruses
asepsis Right Ans - - the absence of disease-producing microorganism, or
pathogens
autoclave Right Ans - - piece of equipment that uses steam under pressure
or gas to sterilize equipment and supplies
bacteria Right Ans - - simple, one-celled organisms that multiply rapidly.
- classified by shape and arrangement
bioterrorism Right Ans - - the use of microorganisms, or biologic agents, as
weapons to infect humans, animals, or plants.
cavitation Right Ans - to attract and hold the attention or interest of, as by
beauty or excellence; enchant: Her blue eyes and red hair captivated him.
, chain of infection Right Ans - - factors that lead to the transmission or
spread of disease
chemical disinfection Right Ans - an agent that frees from infection;
especially : a chemical that destroys vegetative forms of harmful
microorganisms (as bacteria and fungi) especially on inanimate objects but
that may be less effective in destroying spores.
clean Right Ans - free from dirt, marks, or stains.
communicable disease Right Ans - Any disease transmitted from one
person or animal to another; also called contagious disease.
contact precautions Right Ans - Procedures that reduce the risk of spread
of infections through direct or indirect contact. Transmission occurs with
physical contact of the infected patient or handling of a contaminated object in
the infected patient's room. Masks, gowns, and gloves as well as standard
precautions must be used by healthcare providers when in the infected
patient's room.
contaminated Right Ans - - organisms and pathogens are present
disinfection Right Ans - - process that destroys or kills pathogenic
organisms
droplet precautions Right Ans - apply to clients known or suspected to be
infected with pathogens that can be transmitted by droplets.
endogenous Right Ans - - means the infection or disease originates within
the body
- examples are metabolic disorders, tumors, and infections caused by
microorganisms within the body
epidemic Right Ans - a widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a
community at a particular time.
exogenous Right Ans - - means infection or disease originated outside the
body
