Infection Control Basics Match
MediumRace the clock — pair each term with its definition as fast as you can, then try to beat your best time. A quick, replayable warm-up for this set.
Shuffling the deck…
Terms in this set
- Asepsis Practices that reduce or eliminate microorganisms to prevent infection.
- Isolation Separating an infected client and using barriers to prevent transmission.
- Precautions Standard and transmission-based measures used to interrupt the chain of infection.
- Handwashing Cleansing the hands to remove pathogens — the single most effective infection-control measure.
- Restraints Devices or methods that limit movement, used only as a last resort for safety.
- Sterile Free of all microorganisms, including spores; the standard for invasive procedures.
- Falls A leading cause of client injury, especially in older adults.
- Quarantine Restricting the movement of exposed but asymptomatic people to limit spread.