126 A-class 1 Infection Control

These flashcards cover key concepts related to infection control, including definitions and procedures for asepsis, the chain of infection, and personal protective equipment.

Chain of infection

The cycle of infection process that includes elements such as the infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and host.

Medical asepsis

A clean technique that reduces the number and spread of pathogens.

Surgical asepsis

A sterile technique that eliminates all microorganisms from an area.

Standard Precautions

Infection control practices used to prevent transmission of diseases that can be acquired by contact with blood, body fluids, or other potentially infectious materials.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Gear designed to protect the wearer from exposure to hazards, including infection.

Donning PPE

The process of putting on personal protective equipment in a specific sequence to maximize safety.

Doffing PPE

The correct procedure for safely removing personal protective equipment to prevent contamination.

Waste Management

The proper disposal procedures for contaminated materials to prevent infection spread.

Needlestick Injuries

Injuries that occur when a needle or sharp instrument penetrates the skin, posing a risk of infection.

Respiratory Hygiene/Cough Etiquette

Strategies to limit the spread of respiratory infections, such as covering coughs and sneezes.

Health Care-Associated Infections (HAIs)

Infections that patients acquire while receiving treatment for medical or surgical conditions.

Cough Etiquette

Practices to minimize the transmission of respiratory pathogens by covering coughs and sneezes.

Alcohol-based hand sanitizer

A hand hygiene product that reduces the number of germs on hands when soap and water are not available.