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Infection |
The invasion of body tissues by disease-causing bacteria ( pathogenic bacteria ) or viruses |
Bacteria |
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Virus |
A submicroscopic, parasitic particle that causes disease |
Submicroscopic |
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Immunity |
The body's ability to fight or defend against infection and disease |
Defence |
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Contamination |
The presence of unclean materials or tools left on a surface |
Unclean |
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Decontamination |
The removal of any infectious materials on Tools or surfaces by following all the sanitation and disinfection guidelines |
Clean |
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Decontamination Method 1 (Disinfecting) |
Clean tools with warm, soapy water; be sure to remove visible debris. next, submerge tools in an EPA-registered disinfectant. always follow manufacturer's directions for proper contact time and mixing ratios. contact time is the amount of time that disinfectant must stay moist on a surface in order for it to be effective |
Disinfecting |
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Decontamination Method 2 (Sterilization) |
Clean tools with warm, soapy water; be sure to remove visible debris. next, place to tools in a high -pressure steam unit, call an autoclave, sterilization will destroy all microbial life, including stores |
Sterilization |
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Allergy |
An immune response or reaction to substances that are usually not harmful |
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