Infectious Disease & the Chain of Infection

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In the Chain of Infection, humans are the host of the common cold and flu. This represents the link at:

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Reservoir

Front

Influenza, aka Flu, is a virus. This represents the Chain of Infection at what link?

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Infectious Agent

Front

In relation to the chain of infection, what link is contracting colds through the nose or mouth when someone coughs, sneezes, or we come in direct contact with contaminated fluids?

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Portal of Exit

Front

In relation to the chain of infection, what link is contracting colds & the flu through droplets from coughing, sneezing, laughing, or touching contaminated surfaces?

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Mode of Transmission

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For cold & flu it's the nose, mouth, or eyes.  This is related to the chain of infection at what link?

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Portal of Entry

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What chain of infection link is described by a person who lacks immunity to the cold or flu virus because of age, medication, or general health status?

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Susceptible Host

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Sequence for donning Personal Protective Equipment based on CDC Recommendations.

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Gown, Mask, Goggles, Gloves

Front

What is the proper order for removal of PPE?

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Gloves, Goggles, Gown, Mask

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Washing your hands after leaving a patient's room breaks the chain of infection ___________.

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Method of Transmission

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A nurse autoclaves infected surgical instruments.  This breaks the chain of infection __________.

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Infectious Agent