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Across
  1. 2. a way that the infectious agent can be transmitted to another reservoir or host where it can live
  2. 4. An infectious disease that affects many people over a wide geographic area; a worldwide epidemic
  3. 5. is a small, living organism that is not visible to the naked eye
  4. 6. infections are those that occur when the body’s defenses are weak
  5. 7. a way for the infectious agent to escape from the reservoir in which it has been growing
  6. 10. the smallest microorganisms
  7. 12. Microscopic, one-celled animals often found in decayed materials and contaminated water
  8. 14. a pathogen, such as a bacterium or virus that can cause a disease
  9. 16. Recommendations that must be followed to prevent transmission of pathogenic organisms by way of blood and body fluids
  10. 20. Technique used to provide care to patients requiring protection from organisms in the environment
  11. 21. HCV, and is transmitted by blood and blood-containing body fluids
  12. 22. Process that results in total destruction of all microorganisms; also, surgical procedure that prevents conception of a child
  13. 23. An area that is set up for certain procedures and is free from all organisms
  14. 24. Protective barriers such as a mask, gown, gloves, and protective eyewear that help protect a person from contact with infectious material
Down
  1. 1. s caused by the HBV virus and is transmitted by blood
  2. 3. Methods or techniques of caring for patients who have communicable diseases
  3. 8. a person likely to get an infection or disease
  4. 9. an area where the infectious agent can live
  5. 11. free from all organisms
  6. 13. Microorganisms that are not capable of causing disease
  7. 15. Disease-producing organisms
  8. 17. microorganisms that live on other living organisms
  9. 18. Pieces of equipment that clean using sound waves
  10. 19. a way for the infectious agent to enter a new reservoir or host