Asepsis And infection Control

Question 1

Who is the Father of Aseptic technique?

Answer 1

Joseph Lister (1827-1912)

Question 2

This person helped reduce mobility and mortality by his Aseptic technique

Answer 2

John Lister

Question 3

True or False

The growth and reproduction of a microorganism must not be stopped to prevent infection

Answer 3

False

Question 4

What is Infection control

Answer 4

Infection control refers to the policies and procedures implemented to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings and the community. It encompasses a variety of practices aimed at minimizing the risk of infection transmission among patients, healthcare workers, and visitors. Effective infection control is essential for ensuring patient safety, reducing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), and promoting overall public health.

Question 5

What is Asepsis?

Answer 5

Asepsis refers to the practice of preventing contamination by pathogens and maintaining a sterile environment to reduce the risk of infection. It is a fundamental concept in healthcare, particularly in surgical and clinical settings, where the introduction of microorganisms can lead to serious infections. Aseptic techniques are employed to ensure that medical procedures, equipment, and environments are free from harmful microorganisms.

Question 6

True or False

Microorganisms are naturally present in the environment, as well as on the human body?

Answer 6

True

Question 7

True or False

Many microorganisms are harmless,unless an individual is I’ll and highly susceptible to infection

Answer 7

True

Question 8

True or False

There are some microorganisms that do not cause specific diseases or infections?

Answer 8

True

Yes, there are many microorganisms that do not cause specific diseases or infections. These microorganisms can be classified into several categories, including commensals, mutualists, and environmental microbes.

Question 9

What is Medical Asepsis?

Answer 9

Known as Clean Technique, aimed at controlling the number of microorganisms

Question 10

This is a kind of Aseptic technique that is used for clinical patient care activities?

Answer 10

Medical Asepsis/Clean Technique

Question 11

What is Surgical Asepsis?

Answer 11

Known as a Sterile Technique, is the absence of all microorganisms within any type of invasive procedure

Question 12

Name type of infections

Answer 12

Viral,bacterial, parasitic,fungal, prion disease

Question 13

What is Bacteria

Answer 13

Single-celled prokaryotic organisms that lack the true nucleus

Question 14

True or False

Not all Bacteria are useful?

Answer 14

False

Some bacteria can be useful

Question 15

Name example of bacterial infection

Answer 15

UTI
Pneumonia
Diarrhea
Gonorrhea

Question 16

Treatment for Bacterial infection

Answer 16

Antibiotics

Question 17

Two types of Bacteria

Answer 17

Aerobic and anaerobic bacteria

Question 18

Give me the 3 basic shapes of bacteria

Answer 18

Coccus
Bacillus
Spirochete

Question 19

____this bacteria is responsible for more diseases than any other organisms.

Answer 19

Streptococcus

Question 20

True or False

Culture and sensitivity test are completed to determine the antibiotic that will inhibit growth

Answer 20

True

Question 21

What is Viruses?

Answer 21

Viruses are microscopic infectious agents that are much smaller than bacteria and are unique in their structure and behavior. They are considered to be at the edge of living and non-living entities because they cannot reproduce or carry out metabolic processes on their own. Instead, viruses require a host cell to replicate and propagate

Question 22

What year did Beijerinck name these small bodies viruses

Answer 22

1898

Question 23

Give me the example of diseases caused by the virus?

Answer 23

Covid-19
HIV
Influenza
Common colds

Question 24

Treatment for Viral

Answer 24

Anti-Viral Medicine

Question 25

What is Fungi?

Answer 25

Fungi are a diverse group of eukaryotic organisms that play essential roles in various ecosystems. They can be found in a wide range of environments, from soil and decaying organic matter to living hosts. Fungi are distinct from plants, animals, and bacteria, and they have unique characteristics that define their biology and ecological functions.

Question 26

Example of diseases caused by Fungi

Answer 26

Athletes foot Thrush Ringworm

Question 27

Treatment for Fungal infection?

Answer 27

Anti-fungal medication

Question 28

What are Protists?

Answer 28

Protists are a diverse group of eukaryotic microorganisms that are primarily unicellular, although some can be multicellular or form colonies. They belong to the kingdom Protista and are characterized by their complex cellular structure, which includes a defined nucleus and organelles. Protists are found in a variety of environments, including freshwater, saltwater, and soil, and they play significant roles in ecological systems.

Question 29

Example of diseases caused by Protists

Answer 29

Malaria African sleeping sickness Giardiasis

Question 30

What is Flora?

Answer 30

Microorganisms that occur or have adapted to live in a specific environment

Question 31

What are the two types of Flora?

Answer 31

Residents Flora Transient flora

Question 32

What is Resident Flora

Answer 32

Always present, usually without altering the client's health Resident flora, also known as normal flora or microbiota, refers to the diverse community of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, that naturally inhabit various sites on and within the human body without causing disease under normal conditions.

Question 33

What is Transient flora

Answer 33

Episodic and do not continually live on the skin Transient flora are temporary microorganisms that inhabit the skin or mucous membranes for a short period, often acquired through contact with the environment or other individuals, and they can be easily removed through handwashing or hygiene practices, unlike resident flora which are more permanent.

Question 34

Colonization describe it

Answer 34

Process by which strains of microorganisms may grow and multiply but do not cause disease

Question 35

True or False Infections can be local and Systematic?

Answer 35

True

Question 36

This infection is limited to the specific part of the body

Answer 36

Local Infection

Question 38

If a microorganism spread and causes damage any parts of the body is called a?

Answer 38

Systematic Infection

Question 39

This type of infection generally appears suddenly or last a short time

Answer 39

Acute Infection

Question 40

This kind of infection that may occur slowly and takes very long to last

Answer 40

Chronic infection

Question 41

What is a primary infection, and how does it differ from a secondary infection in terms of the initial pathogen exposure?

Answer 41

Answer: A primary infection is the initial infection caused by a pathogen when it first enters the body and begins to multiply, leading to the onset of disease. It differs from a secondary infection, which occurs after the primary

Question 42

What factors can lead to the development of a secondary infection following a primary infection?

Answer 42

Factors that can lead to a secondary infection include a weakened immune system due to the primary infection, the use of antibiotics that disrupt normal flora, and tissue damage or inflammation caused by the initial infection, which can create an environment conducive to opportunistic pathogens.

Question 43

What is an exogenous infection in a healthcare setting, and how is it typically acquired?

Answer 43

An exogenous infection in a healthcare setting is an infection that is acquired from external sources, such as contaminated medical equipment, healthcare personnel, or the environment. These infections occur when pathogens enter the body from outside, often during medical procedures or hospital stays.

Question 44

What is an endogenous infection in a healthcare context, and what causes it?

Answer 44

An endogenous infection in a healthcare context is an infection that arises from pathogens that are already present in the patient's own body, often due to a disruption in normal flora or a weakened immune system. These infections can occur when bacteria or fungi that are normally harmless become opportunistic and cause disease, especially after surgery or during illness.

Question 45

What is a latent infection, and how does it differ from an active infection?

Answer 45

latent infection is a type of infection where the pathogen remains dormant in the body without causing symptoms, but it can reactivate later to cause an active infection; this differs from an active infection, where the pathogen is actively multiplying and causing noticeable symptoms.

Question 46

What characterizes the prodromal stage of an infection

Answer 46

The prodromal stage is characterized by the onset of non-specific symptoms, such as mild fever, fatigue, or malaise, indicating that the body is responding to the infection, but the individual may not yet realize they are infected.

Question 47

What occurs during the decline stage of an infection

Answer 47

During the decline stage, the symptoms of the infection begin to subside as the immune system fights off the pathogen, leading to a gradual recovery, although the individual may still feel weak or fatigued.

Question 48

What occurs during the incubation stage of an infection

Answer 48

During the incubation stage, the pathogen enters the body and begins to multiply, but the infected individual does not yet show any symptoms; this period can vary in length depending on the pathogen and the individual's immune response.

Question 49

What is the convalescence stage of an infection

Answer 49

The convalescence stage is the period of recovery following the decline of symptoms, where the body repairs itself and returns to normal health, although it may take time for full strength and energy to be regained