Biomed I: Ethics and Safety

used to kill microorganisms

inhibits growth of microorganisms

microorganisms breathes with oxygen

microorganisms doesn't need oxygen

vehicle for carrying an infection

measures taken to control/reduce number of pathogens in an area.

a willingness to learn,change, admit mistakes, accept criticism

good time management, dedication to public service, problem solving and initiative

family, cultural, and environmental influences

planning treatment plan with patient, honoring the right for a patient to make decisions about healthcare

preserving privacy of patient, providing culturally sensitive care

eustress (happy) distress (bad)

complete tasks, solve problems, meet deadlines

anxiety, lack of focus, lack of participation

self doubt, excessive demands, taking criticism personally, living a disorderly lifestyle

set priorities, shift thinking, keep life simple, enlist social support

exercise, sleep, personal hygiene, nutrition

concern for the well being of others

right to self determination

the ability to act and make decisions without help

contribution to the good of society through their work with others.

brought by physical, chemical, or emotional factors, produce physical and emotional tension

being able to complete their work in a timely manner, while skilfully completing tasks

a belief in something important and guide’s one’s behavior

a ranked list of personal principles which lead to a personal code of conduct

spreads from another person through droplets in the air

spread from person to person when an infected person’s blood

you must file this type report if you think a patient has been exposed to a biohazard

inflammation of the liver can be caused by alcohol

lowest form of disinfection

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

infections associated with healthcare equipment ( contaminated needle)

reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, susceptible host

where the pathogens grow, live, and reproduce

a fire safety procedure: rescue anyone in immediate danger, activate fire code system, confine the fire by closing doors and windows, evacuate patients and if able to extinguish fire

can be used on all types of fires

indirect transmission of pathogen

disposal of microscope slides, needles, razors, and used ampules

soiled personal protective equipment

steam pressure in an autoclave, specific gasses like ethylene oxide , dry heat sterilization, dipped in a chemical sterilization agent

ordinary combustible fires

flammable liquids

live electrical

how to use a fire extinguisher: Pull locking pin, aim nozzle, squeeze handle, sweep from side to side