Infection Prevention and Control Flashcards

Flashcards on Infection Prevention and Control

Infection

The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms in body tissues.

Colonization

The presence of microorganisms without tissue invasion or damage.

Infectious Disease

An illness resulting from infection.

Chain of Infection

Infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and susceptible host.

Body System Defenses

Natural defenses like skin, mucous membranes, and normal flora.

Health Care-Associated Infections (HAIs)

Occur as the result of invasive procedures, antibiotic administration, and multidrug-resistant organisms.

Factors Influencing Infection Prevention and Control

Age, sex, nutritional status, stress, and disease process.

Acute Care Implementation

Eliminate the infectious organism and support the patient's defenses.

Control or Elimination of Infectious Agents

Cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization.

Types of Isolation Precautions

Standard, airborne, droplet, contact, and protective environment precautions.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Gowns, masks, eye protection, and gloves.

Surgical Asepsis Principle

Sterile objects can only touch other sterile objects.

Safety Guideline for Nursing Skills

Use gown, mask, and eye protection when there is a risk for splashing.