Ch.4 Infection Control Phlebotomist Vocab

What does the term 'communicable' mean?

• An infection limited to a specific location

• Able to spread from person to person

• A method to prevent infection

• A microorganism that causes infection

SDS (Safety Data Sheet) contains

• Guidelines for waste disposal and recycling.
• Instructions for operating machinery safely.
• Details about company policies and procedures.
• Information about chemical properties, hazards, handling, and safety measures.

What is a localized infection?

• An infection acquired in a healthcare setting

• An infection limited to a specific location in the body

• An infection spread throughout the body

• An infection caused by multidrug-resistant organisms

What is the primary characteristic of a systemic infection?

• It is acquired during medical care

• It is caused by a sharp object

• It spreads through the bloodstream and affects the entire body

• It is limited to a specific location

What is the role of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

• To issue guidelines for community health

• To protect workers from job hazards

• To create operational standards for patient safety

• To develop vaccines for infectious diseases

What is the purpose of Standard Precautions?

• To isolate patients with multidrug-resistant organisms

• To treat all blood and body fluids as if they are infectious

• To prevent airborne transmission of pathogens

• To sterilize all medical equipment

What does the term 'fomite' refer to?

• A body opening that allows pathogens to leave

• A sharp instrument used in medical procedures

• A microorganism causing infection

• An inanimate object that can harbor infectious agents

What is the definition of 'medical asepsis'?

• A plan to eliminate exposure to infectious material

• The state of being completely free of all microorganisms

• Measures used to reduce and prevent the spread of pathogens

• A method of infection prevention for airborne diseases

What is the primary purpose of disinfection?

• To isolate infected individuals

• To destroy all microorganisms, including pathogens

• To remove or kill pathogens

• To prevent airborne transmission of diseases

What is the function of mucous membranes?

• To act as a reservoir for pathogens

• To sterilize medical instruments

• To prevent pathogens from entering the bloodstream

• To line body cavities that open to the outside of the body