Chapter 19 - Principles of asepsis. Our bodies are amazing structures that defend us against infections under normal circumstances. As you read this chapter you will learn about disease-causing microorganisms, how the body defends itself against infections, and ways that infections might occur. | Chapter 19 PowerPoint® to accompany Second Edition Ramutkowski Booth Pugh Thompson Whicker Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Medical Assisting Chapter 19 Objectives 19-1 Explain the historical background of infectious disease prevention. 19-2 Identify the types of microorganisms that cause disease. 19-3 Explain the disease process. 19-4 Explain how the body’s defenses protect against infection. 19-5 Describe the cycle of infection. Principles of Asepsis Objectives (cont.) 19-6 Identify and describe the various methods of disease transmission. 19-7 Explain how you can break the cycle of infection. 19-8 Compare and contrast medical and surgical asepsis. 19-9 Describe how to perform aseptic hand washing. Principles of Asepsis Objectives (cont.) 19-10 Define Bloodborne Pathogens Standards and Universal Precautions as described by the rules and regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration . | Chapter 19 PowerPoint® to accompany Second Edition Ramutkowski Booth Pugh Thompson Whicker Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Medical Assisting Chapter 19 Objectives 19-1 Explain the historical background of infectious disease prevention. 19-2 Identify the types of microorganisms that cause disease. 19-3 Explain the disease process. 19-4 Explain how the body’s defenses protect against infection. 19-5 Describe the cycle of infection. Principles of Asepsis Objectives (cont.) 19-6 Identify and describe the various methods of disease transmission. 19-7 Explain how you can break the cycle of infection. 19-8 Compare and contrast medical and surgical asepsis. 19-9 Describe how to perform aseptic hand washing. Principles of Asepsis Objectives (cont.) 19-10 Define Bloodborne Pathogens Standards and Universal Precautions as described by the rules and regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 19-11 Explain the role of Universal Precautions in the duties of the medical assistant. Principles of Asepsis Objectives (cont.) 19-12 List the procedures and legal requirements for disposing of hazardous waste. 19-13 Explain how to educate patients in preventing disease transmission. Principles of Asepsis Introduction Our bodies are amazing structures that defend us against infections under normal circumstances. You will learn: About disease causing microorganisms. How the body fights against disease. Ways infections occur You can be instrumental in helping to break the cycle of infection by practicing asepsis in the office and educating patients in the prevention of disease transmission. History of Infectious Disease Prevention Hippocrates – first attempt to prevent infection. He believed: Environment and natural forces play an important part in role of disease and health Simple treatments, using strong drugs and surgery only as a last resort. Joseph Lister .
