Infection control Flashcards
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Removing dirt and debris to aid in preventing the growth of microbes is
Cleaning
To destroy or kill most bacteria (except bacterial spores), fungi and viruses on nonporous surfaces is referred to as
Disinfecting
Virucidals are disinfectants used to kill
Viruses
The regulating agency under the Department of Labor that enforces safety and health standards in the workplace is
OSHA
Key information on a specific product regarding ingredients, associated hazards, combustion levels and storage requirements is provided by
SDS
What information is assigned to a product, along with the approval of the efficacy claims on the label to ensure the product is safe and effective?
EPA registered number
An approved EPA-registered disinfectant is effective on what type of surface?
Nonporous
Which of the following is the next step after removing all hair from a brush during a disinfection procedure?
Wash brush with soap and water
When disinfecting, tools must be precleaned before
Immersing
What should you do with a porous item such as a neck strip, sponge or emery board once it has been used on a client?
discard it
Any tools or supplies that come in contact with the client during a service must be discarded or:
disinfected
All of the following statements are precautions regarding disinfectants EXCEPT:
Use hands to remove objects from disinfectant
Dispose of sharp objects, such as razor blades in a(n):
Puncture proof container
Destroying or killing all microbes is:
Sterilization
Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or designed to be:
Disposable
Bactericidal kill:
Harmful bacteria
2nd level of Infection control =
Disinfection
1st level of Infection Control =
Cleaning
Tuberculocidals kill:
Tuberculosis
Fungicidals kill:
FUNGUS
Virucidls kill:
Virusis
Pseudomonacidals kill:
Pseudomonas
OSHA =
occupational Safety and health Association
What enforces safety and health standards in the work place>
OSHA