Infection prevention and the role of the pharmacist Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What are the basic principles of infection prevention?
A
Vaccination, antimicrobial stewardship, asepsis, PPE, disinfectants, and sterilization.
2
Q
What is antimicrobial stewardship?
A
A program to optimize antimicrobial use to combat resistance and improve outcomes.
3
Q
What is the role of the pharmacist in infection prevention?
A
Education, antimicrobial management, vaccination programs, and aseptic preparation.
4
Q
What is the difference between antiseptics and disinfectants?
A
Antiseptics are for living tissues, disinfectants are for non-living surfaces.
