module 1

These flashcards cover key concepts related to infection control and safety protocols in dental practices as discussed in the lecture.

Immunity

The body's ability to develop antibodies to eliminate antigens.

Active Immunity

Protection acquired by having a disease and recovering, or through vaccination.

Passive Immunity

Protection transferred from one individual to another, such as from mother to baby.

Cross-Contamination

The spread of microorganisms from one source to another due to inappropriate work practices.

Standard Precautions

Minimum standard of care to protect healthcare providers and patients from infections.

Transmission-Based Precautions

Additional precautions used when a patient has a suspected contagious disease.

Airborne Transmission

Spread of diseases through aerosols that remain infectious while suspended in air.

Bloodborne Pathogens

Pathogens present in human blood that can cause disease in humans.

Infectious Agent

Any pathogen capable of causing disease.

Reservoir

A place where infectious agents live and multiply.

Port of Exit

The path by which an infectious agent leaves the host.

Port of Entry

The opening through which an infectious agent enters a new host.

Susceptible Host

An individual who is vulnerable to infection due to a weakened immune system.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Clothing and equipment worn to prevent exposure to hazards.

Surgical Scrub

A method of antiseptic handwashing performed before surgical procedures.

Critical Items

Instruments that come into contact with soft tissue and bone, posing the highest risk of transmission.

Disinfectants

Agents used to destroy or deactivate pathogenic microorganisms on surfaces.

Antiseptic Hand Rub

A method using an alcohol-based solution to kill transient microorganisms on hands.