Infection Control Terminology Quiz
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Which term do infection control professionals commonly use to describe the process of removing visible dirt, debris, and many disease germs?

  • Sanitizing
  • Scrubbing
  • Cleaning (correct)
  • Disinfecting

    • What is the definition of the term 'cleaning' according to infection control professionals?

  • A process of removing invisible debris that interferes with disinfection
  • A process of reducing the number of disease-causing germs on cleaned surfaces to a safe level
  • A mechanical process using soap and water or detergent and water to remove all visible dirt, debris, and many disease germs (correct)
  • A chemical process for reducing the number of disease-causing germs on cleaned surfaces

    • Which term is considered a layperson term or product marketing term by infection control professionals?

  • Cleaning
  • Disinfecting
  • Sanitizing (correct)
  • Scrubbing

    • What is the definition of the term 'sanitizing' according to infection control professionals?

    <p>A chemical process for reducing the number of disease-causing germs on cleaned surfaces to a safe level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is required as a step before disinfecting?

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

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