Level 2 Infection Control Transmissions

What are reservoirs in the context of pathogenic micro-organisms?

• Places where micro-organisms are destroyed

• Environments where micro-organisms live and multiply

• Methods of treating infections

• Types of vaccines

How can pathogenic micro-organisms spread through direct contact?

• By breathing in contaminated air

• By physical contact with a carrier

• By ingesting contaminated food

• By touching inanimate objects

What is an example of indirect contact transmission?

• Physical contact with an infected person

• Breathing in airborne pathogens

• Contact with contaminated food or objects

• Injection of a vaccine

How are pathogenic micro-organisms transmitted through ingestion?

• By physical contact with a carrier

• By breathing in contaminated air

• By swallowing contaminated food or water

• By touching contaminated surfaces

What is the purpose of inoculation in the context of pathogenic micro-organisms?

• To destroy micro-organisms

• To create antibodies against a virus or bacteria

• To spread infections

• To identify carriers

What are fomites?

• Living organisms that transmit infections

• Inanimate objects that carry infections

• Micro-organisms that cause diseases

• Vaccines used to prevent infections