20 Questions
Which term refers to a person who carries pathogens but is not ill?
Carrier
What is the term for an agent that inhibits or kills microorganisms on skin or tissues?
Antiseptic
Which term refers to the complete elimination of all microorganisms including spores?
Sterilization
What is the term for a microorganism that produces disease in most circumstances?
Pathogen
Which term refers to the practices that limit the transmission of microorganisms, also called clean technique?
Medical asepsis
What is the term for a process that eliminates many microorganisms from inanimate environmental surfaces?
Disinfection
Which term refers to the passing of a pathogen from one person to another through direct contact, inhalation, or airborne transmission?
Means of transmission
What is the term for a habitat where an infectious agent normally lives, grows, and multiplies?
Reservoir
Which term refers to how a pathogen enters a host, such as through inhalation or absorption?
Portal of entry
What is the term for microorganisms that do not cause disease?
Normal flora
Which term refers to a condition in which blood flow is constricted or reduced in part of the body?
Ischemia
What is the term for how fast the skin returns to the body after being pressed down?
Turgor
Which term refers to the condition of the skin becoming red, swollen, and sore?
Erythema
What is the term for a blue color in the skin, lips, and nail beds caused by a shortage of oxygen in the blood?
Cyanosis
Which term refers to the skin and mucous membranes turning lighter than usual?
Pallor
What is the term for purple or red spots on the skin?
Petechiae
Which term refers to localized swelling and bruising formed from an injury or trauma?
Hematoma
What is the term for a chronic disease characterized by dry, itchy skin?
Eczema
Which term refers to the swelling caused by a collection of fluid in the spaces that surround the body tissues or organs?
Edema
What is the term for a type of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes?
Melanoma
Test your knowledge of microbiology and infection control with this quiz! Learn about terms like asepsis, nosocomial, antiseptic, pathogen, and more. Challenge yourself to identify different agents and understand their effects on microorganisms. Perfect for healthcare professionals or anyone interested in understanding the basics of infection prevention.
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