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What does AIDS stand for?

  • Acquired immune disease syndrome
  • Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (correct)
  • Active immune deficiency system
  • AIDS immune disease syndrome

    • What virus causes AIDS?

    Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

    What are antiseptics?

    Chemical germicides formulated for use on skin

    Asymptomatic means showing symptoms of infection.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are bacteria?

    <p>Single-celled microorganisms with both plant and animal characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are bacterial spores?

    <p>Bacteria capable of producing a protective coating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does bactericidal mean?

    <p>Capable of destroying bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are biofilms?

    <p>Colonies of microorganisms that adhere to surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are bloodborne pathogens?

    <p>Disease-causing microorganisms in blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are chelating soaps?

    <p>Soaps that break down stubborn films</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is cleaning?

    <p>A mechanical process using soap and water to remove dirt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A communicable disease is capable of being spread from one person to another.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does contamination refer to?

    <p>Presence of potentially infectious materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is diagnosis?

    <p>Determination of the nature of a disease from symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is direct transmission?

    <p>Transmission of pathogens through touching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an infection?

    <p>The invasion of body tissues by pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are disinfectants?

    <p>Chemical products that destroy most bacteria, fungi, and viruses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is disinfection?

    <p>A chemical process to destroy harmful organisms on surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does efficacy mean in the context of disinfectants?

    <p>The ability of a product to produce the intended effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an exposure incident?

    <p>Contact with nonintact skin or body fluids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are fungi?

    <p>Single-cell organisms that grow in irregular masses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does fungicidal mean?

    <p>Capable of destroying molds and fungi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hepatitis?

    <p>A bloodborne virus that damages the liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is herpes simplex virus?

    <p>An inflammatory skin disease caused by a viral infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the human papilloma virus?

    <p>HPV, a virus causing skin infections, usually contracted sexually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indirect transmission?

    <p>Transmission of body fluids through contact with contaminated objects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Infection Control Essentials

    • Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS): A serious disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which severely damages the immune system.
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV): The virus responsible for causing AIDS.

    Antiseptics and Disinfectants

    • Antiseptics: Germicidal chemicals used on skin, regulated by the FDA.
    • Disinfectants: EPA-approved chemicals that eliminate most bacteria, fungi, and viruses on surfaces, excluding spores.
    • Disinfection: A chemical process targeting harmful organisms on environmental surfaces, excluding bacterial spores.

    Understanding Bacteria and Infection

    • Bacteria: Single-celled microorganisms with both harmful and harmless varieties; some are essential to life.
    • Bacterial Spores: Protective coatings produced by some bacteria that enable survival in harsh environments; can shed when conditions improve.
    • Bactericidal: Refers to substances capable of killing bacteria.
    • Biofilms: Microbial colonies that adhere to surfaces, including human tissue, creating a protective layer.

    Pathogens and Disease Transmission

    • Bloodborne Pathogens: Harmful microorganisms found in blood or body fluids, including hepatitis and HIV.
    • Contagious Disease: Diseases that can be spread from one person to another.
    • Direct Transmission: Pathogen transmission through person-to-person contact, such as touching or sneezing.
    • Indirect Transmission: Transfer of pathogens via contaminated objects, such as razors or surfaces.

    Infection and Contamination

    • Contamination: Presence of infectious materials on surfaces or visible debris.
    • Infection: The invasion of body tissues by pathogens, leading to disease.
    • Exposure Incident: Contact with nonintact skin or body fluids during professional duties, significant for health safety.
    • Fungi: Single-celled organisms including molds and yeasts; can cause diseases such as ringworm.
    • Fungicidal: Capable of destroying fungi and molds.

    Additional Terms

    • Efficacy: Indicates the effectiveness of a product to achieve intended effects, specifically in regard to disinfectants.
    • Diagnosis: Determination of disease nature from symptoms or tests; regulated to limit performance by salon professionals.
    • Communicable Disease: A disease transferable through contact between individuals.

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    Test your knowledge on infection control essentials including the understanding of HIV/AIDS, antiseptics, disinfectants, and bacteria. This quiz covers key definitions and concepts crucial for maintaining safety and health standards. Perfect for healthcare students and professionals.

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