Fundamentals Of Nursing: Infection Study Guide Graded A+

Single use disposable masks with eye shield should be used when? {Ans: Only when splatter or splash is anticipated - just a regular mask with piece that covers and protects eyes}What is the best way to break the 6 chains? {Ans: WASH HANDS - HAND HYGIENE}Explain the most common modes of transmission - Airborne {Ans: Droplets that suspend in the air via coughing/sneezing or carried on dust particles by sweeping or via air conditioner}Do gloves replace the need for hand washing? T/F {Ans: FALSE}Secondary Defenses {Ans: Pathogens that dodge the primary defense, and enter the body help activate: phagocytosis, complement cascade, inflammation, fever}When opening Sterile solutions what should you take into consideration? {Ans: -Check the date of the bottle -Check time and date if bottle is opened (usually only good for 24 hours) if past discard it -Place lid laying up not down onto surface -use palm of hand to cover label, so if solution pours it will not alter the label}Applying PPE {Ans: Donning}Medical Asepsis {Ans: a state of cleanliness that decreases the potential for the spread of infections}Planning interventions {Ans: Aimed at breaking the chain of infection, when caring