Relier Pairs Ch. 5 Prevent the SpreadVersion en ligne Vocabulary terms from Prevent the Spread of Disease section in Ch. 5 Infection Control par Nancy Mestas 1 Sterilization 2 Contact time 3 Cleaning 4 Disinfection 5 Decontamination 6 Sodium hypochlorite 7 Proper infection control requires 2 steps: 8 Efficacy 9 Porous 10 Phenolic disinfectants 11 Quaternary Ammonium Compounds 12 Multi-use 13 Single-use 14 Allergy The removal of blood and all other potentially infectious materials on the item's surface, and the removal of visible debris or residue such as dust, hair, and skin. An effective disinfectant for large areas such as countertops and floors but should be careful when used on metals and plastics, it is also known as household bleach. The amount of visibly moist time required to be effective against pathogens that is listed on product label Process that destroys all microbial life The effectiveness with which a disinfecting solution kills microorganisms when used according to the label instructions Disposable items that cannot be used more than once Powerful disinfectants, known as tuberculocidal. They are a form of formaldehyde, have a very high pH, and can damage the skin and eyes. Also known as Quats, are disinfectants that are very effective when used properly in the salon Cleaning and Disinfecting The removal of all visible dirt and debris from tools, implements, and equipment by washing with liquid soap and warm water Reusable items that can be cleaned, disinfected, and used on more than one person. Reaction due to sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals, or other normally harmless substances Items made of a material that has pores or openings The process that eliminates most but not all microorganisms on non-porous surfaces