infection control Flashcards
(23 cards)
federal agencies
set guidelines for the manufacture, sale, and use of equipment and chemical ingredients.
State regulatory agencies
regulate licensing, enforcement, and your conduct when you are on the job.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
OSHA standards address issues relating to the handling, mixing, storing, and disposing of products; general safety in the workplace; and your right to know about any potentially hazardous ingredients contained in the products and how to avoid these hazards.
a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
An SDS is a 16-category, standard-format document that replaces the previously mandated MSDS or PSDS.
disease
which is any abnormal condition of all or part of the body, its systems, or its organs that makes the body incapable of carrying on normal functions.
infection
the invasion of body tissues by disease causing pathogens
what is the difference between respiratory droplets and airborne transmission
difference between the two is that respiratory droplets are large particles that do not stay suspended in the air for long – wearing a properly fitted mask should protect you from these pathogens.
pathogenic disease
Disease produced by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
heptitis
is a bloodborne virus that causes disease and can damage the liver. In general, it is difficult to contract hepatitis.
acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
AIDS is a disease that breaks down the body’s immune system.
tinea barbae
also know as barbers itch. A person with tinea barbae may have deeply inflamed patches of skin on the face or nape of the neck
tinea capitis
a fungal infection of the scalp characterized by red papules or spots at the opening of the hair follicle
can waterless hand sanitizers or antiseptics substituted for cleaning (washing) your hands?
neither waterless hand sanitizers nor antiseptics will work until the dirt/debris is removed; this can be accomplished only with liquid soap, a soft-bristle brush, and water.
efficacy
Efficacy is the ability to produce the intended effect.
Quaternary ammonium compounds (quats)
also known as quats, are disinfectants that are very effective when used properly on nonporous surfaces. The most advanced type of these formulations is called multiple quats.
how long should you leave Implements in quats
. Quat solutions usually disinfect implements in 10 minutes.
phenolic disinfectants
are powerful tuberculocidal disinfectants; however, just because these disinfectants are effective against the pathogen does not mean that you should automatically reach for them. They are a form of formaldehyde, have a very high pH, and can damage the skin and eyes.
sodium hypochlorite
is an effective disinfectant and has been used extensively in salons, spas, and barbershops. Bleach used in the salon, spa, or barbershop must be EPA registered as a disinfectant. Chlorine bleach
bleach is corrosive what materials can it damage?
metals and plastic
how often should you mix a fresh batch of bleach
every 24 hrs or when solution is contaminated
bleach must contain what % of sodium hypochlorite to be effective
5%. nine parts water to one part bleach
chelating soaps
also known as chelating detergents, work to break down stubborn films and remove the residue of products such as scrubs, salts, and masks.
the environmental protection agency (EPA)
registers all types of disinfectants sold and used in the United States.
