Goal Setting and Infection Prevention

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary related to effective goal setting and infection prevention as discussed in the lecture notes.

SMART goals

Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timed goals.

Positive goal setting

Focusing on what you want to achieve instead of what you don't want.

Deadline

A specified time by which a goal should be accomplished.

Personal goal

A goal related to one's individual aspirations and self-identity.

Academic goal

A goal related to education and academic achievements.

Career goal

A goal that pertains to professional advancement or career aspirations.

Disorganization

A condition in which goal-setting processes are unclear or chaotic.

Unrealistic goal

A goal that is not attainable based on an individual's current circumstances and resources.

Procrastination

The act of delaying or postponing tasks, often leading to stress.

Obstacles

Challenges or barriers that hinder progress toward a goal.

Flexibility in goal setting

The ability to adapt plans and timelines when facing challenges.

CPR for goals

Concept of reassessing personal goals at certain intervals.

Infection prevention

Strategies and practices to control and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Chain of infection

The process by which an infection is transmitted from one source to another.

Infectious agent

The microorganism that causes infection, such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi.

Reservoir

A place where infectious agents live and multiply.

Portal of exit

The route by which a pathogen exits the reservoir.

Mode of transmission

The manner in which an infectious agent is spread from one host to another.

Susceptible host

An individual at risk of infection due to weakened immune responses.

Standard precautions

Basic infection prevention practices used for all patients.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Specialized clothing or equipment worn to protect against infectious materials.

Aseptic technique

Practices that minimize contamination by pathogens.

Bloodborne pathogens

Harmful microorganisms present in blood that can cause disease.

Hand hygiene

Practices such as hand washing or using alcohol-based rubs to remove germs.

Localized infection

An infection confined to a specific area of the body.

Systemic infection

An infection that affects the entire body or a body system.

Direct contact

Transmission of infection through physical touching.

Droplet precautions

Preventing infection spread through respiratory droplets from coughs or sneezes.

Airborne precautions

Preventing infection spread through aerosolized particles in the air.

Healthcare-associated infection (HAI)

Infection acquired while receiving treatment in a healthcare setting.

Microorganisms

Tiny living organisms, including bacteria and viruses, that can cause disease.

Epidemiology

The study and analysis of patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions.

Outbreak

A sudden increase in the number of cases of a disease in a particular area.

Incubation period

The time between exposure to an infection and the appearance of symptoms.

Immunization

The process of becoming immune or resistant to an infectious disease.

Causative agent

The factor (like a microbe) responsible for causing a disease.

Transmissible infection

An infectious disease that can be spread from one individual to another.

Infection control measures

Procedures implemented to prevent the spread of infection.

Sanitization

The process of cleaning to remove pathogens to safe levels.

Antiseptic

Substances that prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms.

Respiratory hygiene

Practices to prevent the spread of respiratory infections.

Isolation precautions

Specific measures taken to prevent the spread of infections in healthcare settings.

Surveillance in healthcare

Continuous monitoring of infection rates and trends to inform prevention efforts.

Endemic infection

A disease or condition regularly found and consistently present in a certain area.

Pandemic infection

An outbreak of disease that occurs on a worldwide scale.

Efficient body mechanics

Techniques used to perform tasks safely and efficiently while minimizing injury.

Ergonomics

The study of people's efficiency in their working environment, especially concerning physical comfort.

Patient positioning

Arranging a patient in a way that promotes comfort and health.

Restraints in healthcare

Physical devices used to limit a patient's movement.

Fall prevention

Strategies to prevent patients from falling and causing injury.

Long-term care facilities

Residential facilities that provide health care services to elderly or disabled individuals.