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Bacteriology Flashcards

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What is bacteria?

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Single-celled microorganisms that have both plant and animal characteristics

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What is a microorganism?

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Microorganism: any organism of microscopic or submicroscopic size.

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Where does bacteria exist?

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Bacteria can exist almost anywhere: on skin, in water, in the air, in decayed matter, on environmental surfaces, in body secretions, on clothing, or under the free edge of nails

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What category do most bacteria fall under?

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Nonpathogenic. Most bacteria are non pathogenic, harmless organisms that may perform useful functions.

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What is Staphylococci?

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pus-forming bacteria that grow in clusters like a bunch of grapes. Causes abscesses, pustules, and boils.

The most common pus forming bacteria

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What is Streptococci?

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pus-forming bacteria that grow in strings or chains

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What is Spirilla?

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spiral, corkscrew, or curved shaped bacteria. They subdivide into groups and thrive in stagnant water and meat.
Responsible for:
Syphilis (treponema palladia)
Bacterial diarrhea
Lyme disease

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What is pus?

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a fluid containing white blood cells, bacteria, and dead cells.

By-product of the infectious process.
The presence of pus is a sign of a bacterial infection.

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What is a furuncle?

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Staphylococcal skin infection originating in a gland or hair follicle. Characterized by redness, swelling, pus, and pain. Not contagious Never extract a furuncle. Advise client to see their physician

Carbuncle: group or cluster of furuncles

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What is Folliculitis?

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inflammation of the hair follicles. (ingrown hair)
Most common after waxing, braiding, and shaving
Can be treated by estheticians by using warm compresses, salicylic acid, extraction, and exfoliation.

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What is the inactive stage of bacteria?

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Spores.

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What’s the bodies first line of defense against bacterial infection?

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Clean unbroken skin

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How does your body become immune to a disease? (process)

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white blood cells that destroy bacteria from previous encounters or from immunizations.

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What is acquired immunity?

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being immune to disease through having the disease or receiving inoculations against it

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What are viruses?

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Submicroscopic particle that infects and resides in the cells of a biological organism.
Viruses can live and reproduce only by taking over other cells and becoming part of them.
Hard to kill without harming the host cells in the process .
No cure, but antivirals will suppress the symptoms.

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16
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What is HIV?

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A virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)

17
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What is a Verruca?

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A wart. Viral infection of the epidermis

18
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What is fungi?

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Single-celled organisms that grow in irregular masses that include molds, mildews, and yeasts.

19
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What is Tinea?

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Ringworm. Not an actual worm.
Red, itchy, common, and contagious fungal infection.
Presents in the shape of a ring.
Occurs when a type of fungus grows on and multiplies on skin.

20
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Who registers all types of disinfectants sold and used in the US?

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The EPA

21
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When do you use the EPA Registration Number?

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If someone is hurt by a cleaning product you need to call the EPA, and provide this number. Then they will provide instructions on how to move forward

22
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What is the best way to prevent the spread of diseases?

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Hand soap is better at preventing spread of diseases than wearing gloves

23
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How often does Barbicide need to be changed?

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Daily

24
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What’s another name for bleach?

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sodium hypochlorite

25
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What is sterilization?

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The process of making an object germ free by destroying all pathogenic and nonpathogenic bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

26
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What is an autoclave?

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a device that uses steam under pressure to sterilize equipment. Highest form of decontamination. Kills spores.

27
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How should you remove product from it’s container?

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Scoop with tool, not fingers

28
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What are spores?

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The most resistant form of life on earth. This bacteria forms a wax-like outer shell that protects it during unfavorable conditions such as temperature changes, dryness, or lack of nutrients. Spores can only be destroyed or killed using sterilization.

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what is the lowest form of sanitizing a space?

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sanitation

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