Infection Control Alphabet ChallengeOnline version Guess the infection control terms from A to Z! by Ms Rachel A B C D E F G H I L M N O P Q R S T U V W Starts with A Alcohol or alcohol free pre-wax solution, kills bacteria on the skin Starts with B Also called Microbes, are one-celled microorganisms both pathogenic and nonpathogenic Starts with C The presence of an unwanted substance in a sterile environment, potentially leading to infection. Starts with D The process of eliminating or reducing harmful microorganisms from surfaces or objects. Starts with E these types of cleaning products must be _____ registered Starts with F Hair-like projections on bacteria allowing the ability to move in a wave-like motion Starts with G A substance that kills harmful microorganisms, particularly bacteria and viruses. Starts with H The practice of cleaning hands to prevent the spread of infections. Starts with I The separation of individuals with a contagious disease from those who are healthy. Starts with L an infection that is contained in a single area Starts with M A microscopic organism, which can be a bacterium, virus, or fungus. Starts with N Protection your body develops after fighting off an infection Starts with O Federal agency that sets and enforces standards to ensure safe and healthy working conditions Starts with P An organism that causes disease, such as bacteria or viruses. Starts with Q Requires specific "dwell time" (contact time) for full effectiveness, a process sometimes called "quat binding" when absorbed by microfiber cloths Starts with R This is an action done during the sanitizing step to free implements of all debris Starts with S The process of completely eliminating all forms of microbial life. Starts with T The way in which an infectious agent is spread from one host to another. Starts with U Infection control guidelines that assume all blood and bodily fluids are potentially infectious. Starts with V Invader that needs a host to survive and spread Starts with W The act of cleaning hands with soap and water to remove dirt and pathogens.