Infection Prevention and Control
Across
- 4. Practices that help maintain health and prevent the spread of diseases.
- 6. Used on hands when soap and water aren’t available.
- 8. A tiny infectious agent that can only reproduce inside living cells.
- 9. To clean surfaces thoroughly to kill germs.
- 13. Abbreviation for the protective gear worn to reduce infection risk.
- 14. Microorganisms that can cause infections, but some are harmless or helpful.
- 15. The most effective way to remove germs from your hands.
- 16. The presence of harmful substances or germs on surfaces, equipment, or skin.
- 17. A microorganism that can cause disease.
- 19. A sudden increase in the number of cases of an infectious disease.
- 20. Worn over the mouth and nose to reduce the spread of droplets.
Down
- 1. Coming into contact with a harmful agent, such as a virus or bacteria.
- 2. Steps taken in advance to prevent harm or infection.
- 3. Objects like needles or blades that can cause injury and transmit infection.
- 5. A protective garment worn to shield clothes and skin from contaminants.
- 7. Keeping someone separate to prevent the spread of infection.
- 10. Completely free from all living microorganisms.
- 11. The removal of dirt, germs, and impurities from surfaces before disinfecting.
- 12. The transfer of harmful germs from one person or surface to another.
- 18. Worn on hands to prevent contact with bodily fluids or contaminated surfaces.