Exam 16: Infection Control and Standard Precautions

The practice of medical asepsis is used to reduce and prevent the spread of microorganisms.​

If transmission-based precautions are used,it is not necessary to use standard precautions.

Match each infection with the causative microorganism.​ -​pinworms

The single most effective way to prevent infections is through ____________________.​

Certain bacteria have been designated as "superbugs" because they _____.​

Emotional stress can increase an individual's chance of becoming a susceptible host for infection.​

In the chain of infection,which of the following would most likely serve as a portal of exit?​

Which of the following infectious diseases is the most likely biological terrorism agent?​

The ______________________________ is an interactive process that involves the agent,host,and environment.​

Which of the following is an example of a nonspecific immune defense?​

Match each infection with the causative microorganism.​ -​Lyme disease

The best way to prevent tapeworms is to​

Used needles should never be recapped.​

Match each infection with the causative microorganism.​ -​common cold

An infection acquired in a hospital or health care facility that was not present or incubating at the time of the patient's admission is called a ____________________ infection.​

Match each infection with the causative microorganism.​ -​athlete's foot

Which of the following is the definition of a fomite?​

Most microorganisms have the ability to cause disease in humans.​

Most infectious diseases are transmitted through direct contact,such as touching someone or kissing them.​

Match each infection with the causative microorganism.​ -​genital herpes