Infection Control Review

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What is the purpose of infection control?

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To disrupt the chain of infection.

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What should Amy do after touching the side of the table with her gloves?

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She needs to change them because the gloves are now contaminated.

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Which disease is transmitted by mosquitoes?

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Malaria.

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What is the first piece of PPE John should remove after caring for a patient on droplet precautions?

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Gloves.

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What does PPE stand for?

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Personal Protective Equipment.

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What is the chain of infection?

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The process by which an infection is spread, including the infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, and susceptible host.

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What is the role of hand hygiene in infection control?

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To reduce the number of pathogens on hands and prevent the spread of infections.

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What is the difference between sterile and aseptic?

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Sterile means free from all microorganisms, while aseptic means free from contamination by pathogens.

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What are droplet precautions?

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Infection control measures to prevent the spread of pathogens through respiratory droplets.

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What is the significance of using gloves in healthcare?

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To protect healthcare workers and patients from the transmission of infectious agents.