infection control chapter 4
MRSA
All of the following are infections that without proper treatment can become systemic and can have devastating consequences that can result death.
ringworm
A common contagious disease that would prevent a barber from servicing a client would be
molds
A disinfectant that is a fungicidal is capable of destroying
form spores
During the inactive stage, certain bacteria can
The body's defense mechanisms
One action of the biofilm community is to resist
Pathogenic
What type of bacteria are harmful microorganisms that can cause diseases or infection in humans when they invade the body?
cocci
What type of bacteria rarely demonstrate self movement and are transmitted in the air, dust or within the substance in which they settle.
systemic
What type of infection is it where the pathogen has distributed itself throughout the body rather than staying in one area or organ?
binary fission
When bacteria reach their largest size in the active phase they divide into two new cells. what is this division called?
infection
a(n) is the invasion of the body tissues by disease causing pathogens.
redness, heat, pain and swelling
an inflammation is characterized by
pesticides
disinfectants are and can be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
asymptomatic
in most instances clients who are infected with the Hep B virus or other bloodborne pathogens are
sterilization
is the process that destroys all microbial life including spores
food poisoning
staph bacteria is responsible for
staphylococci
what type of bacteria are pus forming and grow in clusters like a bunches of grapes?
phenolics
which of the following are known carinogens?
Bacteria
which of the following are single celled microorganisms that have both plant and animal characteristics?
cleaning
which of the following is a mechanical process (scrubbing) using soap and water or detergent and water?
viruses
which of the following is capable of replication only through taking over the host cells reproductive function?