Term
| Gram stain helps to classify bacteria by? |
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Definition
| Determines most effective way of elimination |
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Term
| Most common multidrug resistant organisms |
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Definition
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Term
| Effective destroying of viruses |
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Definition
| Exposed to high temperature for specific time |
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Term
| Characteristics that affect virulence |
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Definition
Adhere to mucosal surfaces
Penetrate mucous membranes
Multiply once in body
Secretes harmful enzymes
Resist phagocytosis |
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Term
| Modes of transfer of pathogens |
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Definition
Direct
Indirect
Vectors
Droplets
Spread
*hygiene, disinfection, sterilization |
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Term
| High risk of infection for elderly |
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Definition
Poor nutrition
Immobility
Poor hygiene
Chronic illness
Thinner skin |
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Term
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Definition
Fever
Leukocytes
Phagocytes
Inflammation |
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Term
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Definition
Neutralize and destroy harmful agents
Limit spread to other parts of the body
Prepares damaged tissue for repair |
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Term
| Personal protective equipment |
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Definition
Gloves
Mask, face shield
Gown
Head cover
Shoe cover |
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Term
| Stages of infectious process |
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Definition
Incubation period
Prodromal period
Illness period
Convalescent period |
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Term
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Definition
| Begins when organism enters body |
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Term
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Definition
| Vague to specific symptoms, highly infectious |
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Term
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Definition
| Localized and systemic symptoms appear |
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Term
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Definition
| Symptoms begin to subside |
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Term
| Why are elderly at greater risk for infection? |
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Definition
| Less active immune system |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
Label specimen container
Don gloves
Explain to patient
Collect without contaminating side
Secure lid
Use biohazard bags |
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Term
| Transporting isolation patient |
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Definition
Avoid if possible
Give patient mask
Prevent soiling environment
Call ahead |
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Term
| Prevent sensory deprivation |
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Definition
Having visitors
Patient interests
Periods of rest |
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