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infectious waste
waste that can transmit an infectious disease
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antiseptic
substance that stops or slows the growth of microorganisms on skin
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blood-borne pathogens
disease causing organisms transferred through contact with blood or other body fluids
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chain of infection
conditions that all must be present for infection to occur
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contaminated waste
items such as gloves and patient napkins that may contain potentially infectious body fluids of patient
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disinfectant
chemical used to reduce or lower the number of microorganisms or inanimate objects.
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environmental surface
surface within a healthcare facility that is not directly involved in patient care, but may be contaminated during treatment
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hazardous waste
waste that poses a danger or risk to humans or the environment
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immunocompromised
having an immune system that is weakened
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pictograms
graphic elements used on a hazard label, used to identify the specific hazard class and category
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precautionary statement
phrase that describes recommended measures to prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous chemical or improper storage or handling of a hazardous chemcial
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surface barrier
fluid-resistant material used to cover surfaces likely to become contaminated
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sterilization
process that kills all microorganisms
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dental unit waterline
small-bore tubing, commonly made of plastic, used to deliver water through a dental unit for dental treatment
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virucidal
capable of killing some viruses
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self contained water resevoir
container attached to a dental unit that is used to hold and supply water or other solutions to handpieces and air-water syringes
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acquired immunity
immunity that is developed over a persons lifetime
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bio burden
blood, saliva, and other bodily fluids
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analphalaxis
life-threatening allergic reaction
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communicable disease
condition caused by an infection that can be spread from person to person or through contact with bodily fluids
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infection control
policies and practices designed to prevent the spread of infectious agents
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personal protective equipment
items that include protective clothing, masks, gloves, and eyewear used to protect employees
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artificially aquired immunity
immunity that results from a vaccination
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instrument processing

1. transport 2cleaning 3packaging 4sterilization 5storage 6delivery 7quality
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