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What is the definition for Pathogen?
A disease-producing microorganism.
What is the most common means of transmission for Hepatitis B?
Sexual Contact
What is the definition for Sterilization?
The process of destroying all forms of microbial life, including bacterial spores.
What is the MSDS sheet used for?
A sheet that provides information regarding a chemical, its hazards and measures to take to prevent injury and illness when handling the chemical.
What is the definition for Opportunistic infection?
An infection that results from a defective immune system that cannot defend the body from pathogens normally found in the environment.
What type of work can a person have occupational exposure?
Physicians, nurses, dentists, dental hygienists, medical laboratory personnel and EMT.
What is the definition of Aerobe?
A microorganism that needs oxygen to live and grow.
How do you get Hepatitis B?
The transmission of blood and blood components, such as serum and plasma.
What is needed for a microorganism to grow?
Microorganism needs heat, water and food.
What is done when sanitization occurs?
The removal of all organic material, such as blood, body fluids, and tissue, from an article.
What is the definition for microorganism?
A microscopic plant or animal.
What are some examples of microorganisms?
Some examples include bacteria, viruses, protozoa, fungi and animal parasites.
What is AIDS?
A chronic disorder of the immune system that eventually destroys the body's ability to fight off infection.
Why must someone wear PPE?
It protects an individual from contact with blood or OPIM.
What are some advantages of hand sanitizers?
Convenience, less time than washing with soap, kills germs more.
What is the immunization schedule for the Hepatitis B vaccine?
Three intramuscular injections for adults and children (the second and third are administered 1 and 6 months after the first).
What is the definition for Work Practice Controls?
Precautionary measures that reduce the likelihood of exposure to bloodborne pathogens by altering the way a task or procedure is performed.
What is to know about Postexposure Prophylaxis?
It is a treatment administered to an individual after exposure to an infectious disease to prevent the disease.
What is the purpose for OSHA?
Makes sure that businesses provide a safe workplace that is free from recognized hazards, promoting health and safety in the workplace, and bringing about a reduction in the occurrence of on-the-job injuries, illnesses, and fatalities.
Sterile is free from what?
All living microorganisms and bacterial spores.
What is the definition for Medical Asepsis?
Practices that are employed to reduce the number and hinder the transmission of pathogens. The destruction of microbes after they leave the body.
What is Optimal Growth Temperature?
The temperature at which an organism grows best.
Where are sterilization strips positioned?
In the center of the wrapped pack, with the end containing the dye placed in an area of the pack considered to be the hardest for steam to penetrate.
When should an MA wear a mask?
When coming in contact with bloodborne pathogens or other infectious microorganisms.
What are two important factors when performing hand wash?
Use proper hand washing technique, and using the right kind of soap.
What is the purpose for Autoclave tape?
Used for closing and identifying the wrapped article.
What should you know about Exposure Incident?
It is a specific eye, nose, mouth, other mucous membrane, nonintact skin, or parenteral contact with blood or OPIM that results from an employee's duties.
What is an example of PPE?
Gloves, masks, protective eye wear, lab coats, gowns and chin-length face shields.
What is the definition for Autoclave?
An apparatus for the sterilization of materials, using steam under pressure.
What is the technique for Regulated Medical Waste?
Separate waste from the refuse, ensure the container is leakproof, prevent spillage, secure bags & transport to a secured area.
What is the name of the paper used to wrap the equipment for sterilization?
Muslin
What type of water is used for Autoclave?
Distilled water
What is an example of Regulated Medical Waste?
Item that could potentially release liquid or semi-liquid blood or body fluids and contaminated sharps.