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    CABALLERO, ALWYNN JOSH C.

    BSN2-B2

    STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS:

    1. Define the following terminologies in Infection Control.

    TERMINOLOGY DEFINITION

    Nosocomial Infection An infection acquired in a healthcare setting,


    such as a hospital or clinic, that was not
    present or incubating at the time of
    admission. These infections can result from
    various factors, including invasive
    procedures, contaminated equipment, and
    transmission from healthcare workers or
    other patients.

    Zoonoses Diseases or infections that are transmitted


    from animals to humans. Zoonoses can be
    caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, or
    fungi, and can be spread through direct
    contact with animals, their secretions, or
    through vectors such as ticks and fleas.

    Chain of Infection The sequence of events that must occur for


    an infection to spread. The chain includes:
    - Infectious Agent: The pathogen
    causing the infection.
    - Reservoir: The environment or host
    where the pathogen lives and
    multiplies.
    - Portal of Exit: The route by which the
    pathogen leaves the reservoir.
    - Mode of Transmission: How the
    pathogen is transmitted from one
    host to another (e.g., contact, droplet,
    airborne).
    - Portal of Entry: The route through
    which the pathogen enters a new
    host.
    - Susceptible Host: An individual who is
    at risk of infection due to factors like
    CABALLERO, ALWYNN JOSH C.
    BSN2-B2

    weakened immune system, lack of


    immunity, or underlying health
    conditions.

    Standard Precautions A set of infection control practices used to


    prevent transmission of diseases that can be
    acquired by contact with blood, body fluids,
    non-intact skin & mucus membrane.

    Hand Hygiene The single most important practice to reduce


    the transmission of infections in
    healthcare settings, homes and the
    workplace. This is also the best means of
    breaking the Chain of Infection. The term
    hand hygiene includes hand washing with
    plain or antimicrobial containing soap, and
    use of alcohol and non-alcohol-based
    products (sprays, gels, rinses, foams) that do
    not require the use of wat

    2. Illustrate the Chain of Infection.

    3. Why is hand hygiene important as healthcare practitioners? Elaborate


    your answer.

    - Hand hygiene is vital because it protects patients from infections and keeps everyone
    safe. It shows that healthcare practitioners care deeply about their patients' well-being.
    By following these practices, they not only meet professional standards but also
    contribute to a healthier community. Simply put, clean hands save lives.
    CABALLERO, ALWYNN JOSH C.
    BSN2-B2

    INFECTION TRANMISSION-BASED PRECAUTION

    Methicillin Resistant Contact Precautions


    Staphylococcus aureus Reason: MRSA is a bacteria that can be spread through direct
    contact with infected wounds or contaminated surfaces.

    Herpes Contact Precautions


    Reason: Herpes simplex virus can be spread through direct
    contact with lesions or contaminated materials.

    Shingles Airborne Precautions (for disseminated shingles) and Contact


    Precautions
    Reason: Shingles can be transmitted through airborne particles
    from vesicular lesions or direct contact with lesions.

    Mumps Droplet Precautions


    Reason: Mumps is spread through respiratory droplets from
    coughing or sneezing.

    Tuberculosis Airborne Precautions


    Reason: TB is transmitted through airborne droplets from
    coughs or sneezes, requiring special ventilation and masks.

    Influenza Droplet Precautions


    Reason: Influenza is spread through respiratory droplets when
    an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.

    Scabies Contact Precautions


    Reason: Scabies is caused by mites that spread through direct
    skin-to-skin contact and can be transmitted through contact with
    contaminated clothing or bedding.

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