Terms to Know aerobe anaerobe antisepsis asepsis autoclave bacteria biohazard sharps container biopsy bloodborne pathogens body mechanics carpal tunnel syndrome chain of infection direct contact disinfection ergonomics fire triangle fungi hand hygiene hospital emergency codes incident reports indirect contact infection control isolation rooms material safety data sheet (MSDS) Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) morphology needlesticks Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act nosocomial infections OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard OSHA Hazard Communication Standard parasites personal protective equipment (PPE) potentially infectious materials (PIM) protozoa quality improvement (QI) rickettsiae sanitization sharps standard precautions sterilization vectors viruses • Explain the role of several organizations, including OSHA, that work to improve healthcare delivery. • Understand the basic safety rules of a healthcare facility. • Describe how to avoid chemical, electrical, radiation, and fi re dangers in a healthcare facility. • Discuss the proper responses to fi res and other emergencies. • List some ways to practice proper body mechanics when lifting objects and patients. • Discuss the importance of proper hand washing. • Explain the importance of infection control. • List the parts of the chain of infection and explain how to break it. • Discuss the need for isolation procedures and how the procedures differ. Build Vocab Chapter Objectives • Build vocabulary with e-flash cards and interactive games. • Assess progress with chapter and unit review questions. • Expand learning with animations and illustration labeling activities. • Simulate EHR entry with healthcare documents. While studying, look for the activity icon to: www.g-wlearning.com/healthsciences/ 91 Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc.