Chain of Infection Flashcards
(15 cards)
What are the six components of the chain of infection?
Infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, susceptible host.
True or False: The chain of infection can be broken at any point.
True.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the initial source of the infection.
infectious agent
What is the role of a reservoir in the chain of infection?
A reservoir is where the infectious agent lives and multiplies.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a mode of transmission? A) Direct contact B) Airborne C) Immunization D) Vector-borne
C) Immunization.
What is a portal of exit?
A portal of exit is the path by which an infectious agent leaves its host.
True or False: Susceptible hosts have immunity to the infectious agent.
False.
Name one way to break the chain of infection at the mode of transmission stage.
Practicing good hand hygiene.
Fill in the blank: Effective __________ can prevent the spread of infections by eliminating infectious agents.
Disinfection
What is the purpose of using personal protective equipment (PPE) in infection control?
To protect healthcare workers and patients from exposure to infectious agents.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a portal of entry? A) Skin B) Respiratory tract C) Blood D) All of the above
D) All of the above.
What does the term ‘susceptible host’ refer to?
An individual who is at risk of infection due to weakened immunity or lack of vaccination.
True or False: Vaccination can help break the chain of infection.
True.
Fill in the blank: The __________ method of transmission involves the transfer of pathogens through contaminated surfaces.
indirect contact
Cross infection is?
Spread of infection from one person, object or place to another.
