Harmless bacteria that can be beneficial
Nonpathogenic
Pathogenic bacteria does not
Cause decay of refuse
Communicable disease is
Spread from one person to another
Certain viruses can be prevented by
Vaccination
Organisms living on or obtaining nutrients from another organism (host) is
External parasites
Direct transmission occurs in this way
Respiratory droplets
Common means of spreading infection in the workplace can be prevented by
Clean hands/implements
Occurs when circulatory system carries bacteria/toxins to all parts of body
General infection
Considered a standard precaution
Disinfecting tools, implements, equipment
Immunity provided when given antibodies instead of producing them
Passive immunity
Removing dirt, debris, potential pathogens to slow the growth is
Cleaning
Agency under department of labor that enforces safety/health standards in workplace
OSHA
Infection control procedure that kills certain pathogens
Disinfection
Locate how to remove product in eye
SDS
What info is assigned to approval of a product
EPA registration number
Approved EPA registered disinfectant is effective on what type of surface
Nonporous
Preclean tools before
Immersing
All tools coming in contact w client should be
Discarded or disinfected
Not a precaution regarding disinfectants
Use hands to remove objects from disinfectant
Eradication of all microbial life
Sterilization
Performing first aid for bleeding wounds, next step after bleeding stops is
Secure cloth w a bandage
Type of burn extends beneath the epidermis into dermis causing blister to form
Second-degree
Patch test can be performed how
Inside client's arm of behind ear
Chemical burns should be treated by
Removing/neutralizing as much chemical as possible
Occurs first if client experiences chemical burn
Remove contaminated items
Cannot help prevent a heat burn
Test temp on side of towel that will be used on client
Recommended to treat burn area
Immerse in cool water
First step taken if person is choking
Determine if person can speak or cough
Action taken when person has fainted
Apply cold compress to face
First step if chemical dripped into clients eye
Flush eyeball w lukewarm water for 15-30 mins