NRS 215 infection terms

The absence of disease producing microorganisms; being free from infection

A disease-producing microorganism

 Pathogens enter the body and cause an alteration in normal tissue function; an illness produced by the action of microorganisms in the human body

-  Practicesdesigned to prevent the transmission of microorganisms

- Process by which something is rendered unclean and presumed to harbor                             pathogens.  Objects used by clients, floors, inside of sinks, and sink handles are                                always considered contaminated. 

Process by which pathogens, but not necessarilyspores, are destroyed

Substance, usually intended for use on inanimate objects, that destroys                         pathogens but generally not spores 

Substance, usually intended for use on persons, that inhibits the growth of                         pathogens but does not necessarily destroy them 

-  Practices designed to reduce the number of and transfer of pathogens; also                                 called “clean” technique