Defense and Immunity in Nursing Practice
Defense Immunity
Body's ability to resist pathogens and infections.
Infection
Disease caused by pathogens in the body.
Pathogens
Microorganisms that cause disease.
Incubation Period
Time from pathogen invasion to symptom appearance.
Prodromal Stage
Early, vague symptoms; highly infectious.
Acute Stage
Presence of specific infection signs and symptoms.
Convalescent Period
Recovery phase; symptoms gradually disappear.
, Skin Integrity
Condition of the skin; critical for infection prevention.
WBC Count
Normal range: 5,000 to 10,000/mm3.
Neutrophils
Increased during acute infections.
Standard Precautions
Basic infection control measures for all patients.
Transmission-Based Precautions
Additional precautions for specific infection risks.
Hand Hygiene
Critical practice to prevent infection spread.
Personal Protective Equipment
Gear used to protect against infection exposure.
Defense Immunity
Body's ability to resist pathogens and infections.
Infection
Disease caused by pathogens in the body.
Pathogens
Microorganisms that cause disease.
Incubation Period
Time from pathogen invasion to symptom appearance.
Prodromal Stage
Early, vague symptoms; highly infectious.
Acute Stage
Presence of specific infection signs and symptoms.
Convalescent Period
Recovery phase; symptoms gradually disappear.
, Skin Integrity
Condition of the skin; critical for infection prevention.
WBC Count
Normal range: 5,000 to 10,000/mm3.
Neutrophils
Increased during acute infections.
Standard Precautions
Basic infection control measures for all patients.
Transmission-Based Precautions
Additional precautions for specific infection risks.
Hand Hygiene
Critical practice to prevent infection spread.
Personal Protective Equipment
Gear used to protect against infection exposure.
