HST-Infection Control in Healthcare

Do Now: How do various modes of transmission impact the spread of communicable diseases, and what infection control measures can be implemented to prevent these transmissions in healthcare settings? Respond in 2 to 3 sentences!

The process of destroying pathogens or rendering them inactive on a surface is called __.

__ precautions apply when it is possible to encounter human blood, tissue, or body fluids.

__ are precautions that apply to all patient care, regardless of known infection status.

__ is the practice of cleaning and sterilizing medical equipment and sanitizing surfaces.

Which of the following is NOT a portal of entry for pathogens?

• Mouth

• Nose

• Fingernails

• Open wounds

What makes the human body an ideal reservoir for pathogens?

• High oxygen levels only

• Proper pH levels and nutrients only

• Temperature and moisture only

• Combination of temperature, pH, nutrients, and moisture

What is the primary role of personal protective equipment (PPE) in healthcare settings?

• To decorate healthcare uniforms

• To provide warmth during cold weather

• To prevent the spread of infections

• To identify healthcare professionals

Which type of disease-causing organism requires a host cell to replicate?

• Bacteria

• Virus

• Fungi

• Parasite

What is the first component in the 'Chain of Infection'?

• Reservoir

• Portal of exit

• Infectious agent

• Susceptible host