CIBTAC AND CIDESCO 2025-2026
Newest EXAMS with Correct Verified
Answers Graded A+
Local Infection
An infection that is confined to one area
e.g. pimple or boil
General Infection
An infection that has spread to all parts of the body
e.g. blood poisoning
Cross Infection
The transfer of infection from one individual to another by
direct contact or shared utensils (indirect)
Immunity
Protection against certain types of invading bacteria or
toxic substances once they have entered the body.
It involves the ability to recognise, memorise and respond.
It can be inborn or acquired.
Natural Immunity
Natural exposure to disease forming organisms that the
body fights off and produces antibodies to prevent
reinfection.
Artificial Immunity
Deliberate exposure through vaccination.
Antibodies are formed and immunity is built up.
,Toxin
Poison consisting of complex chemical substances that
enter the blood stream or skin tissue.
Pus
Yellowish fluid that oozes from a wound.
It contains blood and body cells and dead/living bacteria.
Aerobic Bacteria
Needs oxygen to survive.
Anaerobic Bacteria
Does not need oxygen to survive.
Filterable Viruses
So small, they can pass through pores of porcelain filters.
Hygiene
Principles of maintaining health.
Sterilisation
Process of making an object germ free.
- Killing.
Sterile
Free from all micro organisms.
Sterilise
Act of making an object germ free.
Sanitation
Measures carried to promote public health and prevent
spread of infection.
- Prevents Growth.
Sanitise
To render object clean and sanitary.
Asepsis/Aseptic
,Condition of being free of all pathogenic bacteria.
Sepsis/Septic
Condition of being infected by pathogenic bacteria.
Antiseptic
Chemical agent that may destroy or retard growth of
bacteria.
Not as strong as disinfectant and can be used on the skin.
Disinfectant
Chemical agent that has the power to destroy bacteria.
Not generally used on the skin.
Disinfect
Destroy bacteria on any object.
Fumigant
Vapour used to keep sterile objects sanitary, in a container
or drawer.
Bactericide/germicide
Chemical agent having the power to destroy
bacteria/germs.
Contagious
When a disease is transmitted by direct or indirect contact.
Wet Sanitiser
Where objects are completely immersed in a disinfectant.
Before use objects must be washed thoroughly with hot
water and detergent then rinsed.
Once removed from a sanitiser they must be rinsed and
placed in dry cabinet sanitiser.
Dry Sanitiser
Airtight cabinets containing fumigant or UV radiation,
objects must be clean before use.
Antiseptic Ingredients
, Alcohol
Boric Acid
Iodine
Hydrogen Peroxide
Disinfectant Ingredients
QUATS (Quaternary ammonium compounds).
Formalin.
Formaldehyde.
Alcohol.
Sodium Hypo-Chlorite.
Properties Of A Good Disinfectant
Convenient to prepare.
Quick acting.
Practically odourless.
Non corrosive.
Economical.
Non irritating to the skin.
Precautions For Using Antiseptics And Disinfectants
Wear rubber gloves.
Keep containers properly labelled.
Do not breathe in fumes.
Keep containers sealed and in a safe place.
Avoid spillages.
Air Ventilation
Air should not be dry or stagnant, or have a stale or musty
odour.
Room temperatures should be around 26 degrees and
must be ventilated.
Avoid the spread of aids by:
Newest EXAMS with Correct Verified
Answers Graded A+
Local Infection
An infection that is confined to one area
e.g. pimple or boil
General Infection
An infection that has spread to all parts of the body
e.g. blood poisoning
Cross Infection
The transfer of infection from one individual to another by
direct contact or shared utensils (indirect)
Immunity
Protection against certain types of invading bacteria or
toxic substances once they have entered the body.
It involves the ability to recognise, memorise and respond.
It can be inborn or acquired.
Natural Immunity
Natural exposure to disease forming organisms that the
body fights off and produces antibodies to prevent
reinfection.
Artificial Immunity
Deliberate exposure through vaccination.
Antibodies are formed and immunity is built up.
,Toxin
Poison consisting of complex chemical substances that
enter the blood stream or skin tissue.
Pus
Yellowish fluid that oozes from a wound.
It contains blood and body cells and dead/living bacteria.
Aerobic Bacteria
Needs oxygen to survive.
Anaerobic Bacteria
Does not need oxygen to survive.
Filterable Viruses
So small, they can pass through pores of porcelain filters.
Hygiene
Principles of maintaining health.
Sterilisation
Process of making an object germ free.
- Killing.
Sterile
Free from all micro organisms.
Sterilise
Act of making an object germ free.
Sanitation
Measures carried to promote public health and prevent
spread of infection.
- Prevents Growth.
Sanitise
To render object clean and sanitary.
Asepsis/Aseptic
,Condition of being free of all pathogenic bacteria.
Sepsis/Septic
Condition of being infected by pathogenic bacteria.
Antiseptic
Chemical agent that may destroy or retard growth of
bacteria.
Not as strong as disinfectant and can be used on the skin.
Disinfectant
Chemical agent that has the power to destroy bacteria.
Not generally used on the skin.
Disinfect
Destroy bacteria on any object.
Fumigant
Vapour used to keep sterile objects sanitary, in a container
or drawer.
Bactericide/germicide
Chemical agent having the power to destroy
bacteria/germs.
Contagious
When a disease is transmitted by direct or indirect contact.
Wet Sanitiser
Where objects are completely immersed in a disinfectant.
Before use objects must be washed thoroughly with hot
water and detergent then rinsed.
Once removed from a sanitiser they must be rinsed and
placed in dry cabinet sanitiser.
Dry Sanitiser
Airtight cabinets containing fumigant or UV radiation,
objects must be clean before use.
Antiseptic Ingredients
, Alcohol
Boric Acid
Iodine
Hydrogen Peroxide
Disinfectant Ingredients
QUATS (Quaternary ammonium compounds).
Formalin.
Formaldehyde.
Alcohol.
Sodium Hypo-Chlorite.
Properties Of A Good Disinfectant
Convenient to prepare.
Quick acting.
Practically odourless.
Non corrosive.
Economical.
Non irritating to the skin.
Precautions For Using Antiseptics And Disinfectants
Wear rubber gloves.
Keep containers properly labelled.
Do not breathe in fumes.
Keep containers sealed and in a safe place.
Avoid spillages.
Air Ventilation
Air should not be dry or stagnant, or have a stale or musty
odour.
Room temperatures should be around 26 degrees and
must be ventilated.
Avoid the spread of aids by:
