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Which process uses soap and water or detergent and water to remove visible dirt, debris, and disease-causing germs?
Which process uses soap and water or detergent and water to remove visible dirt, debris, and disease-causing germs?
What is the purpose of sanitizing?
What is the purpose of sanitizing?
Which term do infection control professionals prefer to use instead of 'sanitizing'?
Which term do infection control professionals prefer to use instead of 'sanitizing'?
What does disinfecting specifically target?
What does disinfecting specifically target?
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Which process destroys all microbial life, including spores?
Which process destroys all microbial life, including spores?
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Study Notes
Cleaning Processes
- Cleaning uses soap and water or detergent and water to remove visible dirt, debris, and disease-causing germs.
Sanitizing
- The purpose of sanitizing is to reduce the number of microorganisms to a safe level.
- Infection control professionals prefer to use the term 'disinfection' instead of 'sanitizing'.
Disinfecting
- Disinfecting specifically targets disease-causing microorganisms.
Sterilization
- Sterilization destroys all microbial life, including spores.
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Test your knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing processes with this quiz! Learn about the importance of removing visible and invisible debris, and how sanitizing helps reduce disease-causing germs. Challenge yourself and become an expert in infection control and sanitation practices.
