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Janet- Aseptis-
Janet- test 3- chp. 27- aseptis
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| aerobic | require oxygen to live and grow |
| anaerobic | can live without oxygen |
| antibody | the body commonly responds to the antigen by producing antibody |
| antigen | foreign material |
| antimicrobial | antibacterial ingredient is recommended in any setting where the risk for infection is high. When present in certain concentrations, these agents can kill bacteria or suppress their growth. |
| asepsis | includes all activities to prevent infection or break the chain of infection. The nurse uses aseptic techniques to halt the spread of microorganisms and minimize the threat of infection. There are two asepsis categories: medical asepsis and surgical aseps |
| bacteria | the most significant and most commonly observed infection-causing agents |
| disinfection | destroys all pathogenic organisms except spores |
| endogenous | infection occurs when the causative organism comes from microbial life harbored in the person |
| exogenous | when the causative organism is acquired from other people |
| fungi | plantlike organisms (molds and yeasts) that also can cause infection, are present in the air, soil, and water. |
| healthcare-associated infection | These infections were not noted to be present on admission. |
| host | Microorganisms can continue to exist only in a source that is acceptable |
| iatrogenic | when it results from a treatment or diagnostic procedure. Not all nosocomial infections are iatrogenic. |
| infection | a disease state that results from the presence of pathogens in or on the body. |
| isolation | a protective procedure that limits the spread of infectious diseases among hospitalized patients, hospital personnel, and visitors, has been used |
| medical asepsis | or clean technique, involves procedures and practices that reduce the number and transfer of pathogens. Medical asepsis procedures, for example, include performing hand hygiene and wearing gloves |
| nosocomial | is used specifically to indicate something originating or taking place in a hospital. The source of the infection may be either exogenous or endogenous |
| pathogens | disease-producing microorganisms |
| reservoir | natural habitat of the organism that supports growth and multiplication of microorganisms. Possible reservoirs that support organisms pathogenic to humans include other humans, animals, soil, food, water, milk, and inanimate objects. |
| standard precautions | precautions used in the care of all hospitalized individuals regardless of their diagnosis or possible infection status. These precautions apply to blood, all body fluids, secretions, and excretions except sweat (whether or not blood is present or visible |
| sterilization | destroys all microorganisms, including spores |
| surgical asepsis | or sterile technique, includes practices used to render and keep objects and areas free from microorganisms. Surgical asepsis procedures could include inserting an indwelling urinary catheter or inserting an IV catheter. |
| transmission-based precautions | precautions used in addition to standard precautions for patients in hospitals with suspected infection with pathogens that can be transmitted by airborne, droplet, or contact routes. These precautions encompass all the diseases or conditions previously l |
| vector | such as mosquitoes, ticks, and lice, are nonhuman carriers that transmit organisms from one host to another, ie, by injecting salivary fluid when a human bite occurs |
| virulence | organisms ability to cause disease |
| virus | is the smallest of all microorganisms, visible only with an electron microscope. Many infections are caused by viruses, including the common cold and the deadly disease acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). |
| An infection occurs as a result of a cyclic process, consisting of six components. These components are: | Infectious agent, Reservoir, Portal of exit, Means of transmission, Portal of entry, Susceptible host |
| When given in the ________ stage of certain viruses, these medications can shorten the full stage of the illness. | prodromal |
| Some examples of infections caused by fungi include: | athlete's foot, ring worm, and yeast infections. |
| Fungal infections are treated with | antifungal medications; however, many infections due to fungi are resistant to treatment. |
| Incubation Period | the interval between the pathogen's invasion of the body and the appearance of symptoms of infection. During this stage, the organisms are growing and multiplying. The length of incubation may vary. For example, the common cold has an incubation period of |
| Prodromal Stage | A person is most infectious during the prodromal stage. Early signs and symptoms of disease are present, but these are often vague and nonspecific, ranging from fatigue and malaise to a low-grade fever. This period lasts from several hours to several days |
| Full Stage of Illness | The presence of specific signs and symptoms indicates the full stage of illness. The type of infection determines the length of the illness and the severity of the manifestations. Symptoms that are limited or occur in only one body area are referred to as |
| Convalescent Period | The convalescent period is the recovery period from the infection. Convalescence may vary according to the severity of the infection and the patient's general condition. The signs and symptoms disappear, and the person returns to a healthy state. However, |
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