Chapter 42: Veterinary Sanitation and Aseptic Technique
MATCHING
Match the following terms with the correct definition.
a.
cold tray
j.
antiseptic
b.
filtration
k.
autoclave
c.
ultrasound
l.
cleaning
d.
incinerator
m.
sterilization
e.
disinfecting
n.
asepsis
f.
spectrum
o.
cold sterilization
g.
dry heat
p.
ultrasound
h.
sanitation
q.
radiation
i.
isolation ward
r.
incineration
1. the process of physically removing all visible signs of dirt and organic matter such as feces,
blood, and hair
2. the process of destroying most microorganisms on nonliving things by physical or chemical
means
3. solutions that destroy microorganisms or inhibit their growth on living tissue
4. area in the treatment center that holds a chemical that acts as a sterilizing agent
5. process of keeping an area clean and neat
6. process of destroying all microorganisms and viruses on an object using chemicals and/or
extreme heat or cold under pressure
7. process necessary to destroy biological hazards, medical wastes, or animal carcasses which
may be contagious or zoonotic.
8. piece of equipment, in the form of a sealed chamber, in which objects are exposed to heat and
steam under pressure that is used at extremely hot temperatures to kill all living organisms
9. most common method of sanitary control, within the veterinary facility, with the use of a
chemical through the use of a cleaning object, such as a mop, sponge, or wash cloth
10. the process of soaking items in a disinfectant chemical until they are necessary for reuse
11. process using ultraviolet or gamma rays, that radiates and kills living organisms
12. process used, with the use of a flame, to by expose an item to extreme heat or through
incineration
13. process of passing high frequency sound waves through a solution to create a vibration that
scrubs an object in order to remove debris
14. item used to burn the remains of items that have the potential to spread disease
15. term that refers to a wide variety of factors
16. process of removing particles from the air using a physical barrier
17. practice of keeping a sterile environment by keeping the environment disease and contaminate
free
18. area where contagious patients are kept away from all healthy patients
Match the following terms with the correct definition.
a.
process of removing all visible signs of dirt
b.
unsterile conditions
c.
machine that uses extreme heat to kill living organisms
d.
process of destroying all organisms
e.
process of keeping an area neat and clean
f.
solution that inhibits an organism’s growth
g.
sanitary control using air exchange to destroy organisms
h.
process of destroying some organisms
i.
equipment that holds chemicals that disinfect and kill organisms
j.
sanitary control using radiation
k.
use of a flame to destroy organisms
l.
technique used to cause a sterile environment
m.
area where contagious patients are kept from healthy patients
19. isolation
20. sanitation
21. asepsis
22. dry heat
23. sterilization
24. cleaning
25. filtration
26. antiseptic
27. disinfection
28. cold tray
COMPLETION
1. The use of a brush, mop or sponge is called ___________________ cleaning.
2. Incineration causes items to be burned to _______________ to prevent the spread of disease.
3. The ______________________________ is a machine used where items soak in a solution
that vibrates to remove dirt and debris
4. When cleaning a room, work from the _________________ to the ___________________.
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which of the following is not an example of an aseptic practice?
a.
wearing exam gloves
b.
treating patients in isolation before treating surgical patients
c.
wearing a gown in the isolation ward
d.
washing hands after removing gloves
2. Which of the following is not a class of sanitation?
a.
aseptic technique
c.
sterilization
b.
disinfecting
d.
cleaning
3. Which of the following agents is used to disinfect?
a.
alcohol
c.
chlorhexidine
b.
iodine
d.
all of the above
4. Which of the following is not a consideration for selecting a disinfectant?
a.
toxic affects
c.
name of product
b.
surface type
d.
contact time
5. Which of the following is used at extremely high temperatures to destroy living organisms?
a.
cold tray
c.
radiation
b.
autoclave
d.
ultrasound
6. Which of the following statements is NOT true:
a.
Everyone should clean as you go
b.
Clean by starting at the front of the cage and working toward the back
c.
Clean at the top and work down
d.
Everyone should practice aseptic techniques
TRUE/FALSE
1. Disinfectants may be harmful to animals.
2. Areas where animals eliminate must be sanitized both inside and outside of the veterinary
facility.
3. It is only necessary to wear gloves when assisting in surgery.
4. A dilution is a increased strength of a disinfectant so that it kills all living organisms.
SHORT ANSWER
1. What is the biggest concern within the isolation ward?
2. What is an example of an chemical solution that may be used in a cold tray?
3. What is an example of an antiseptic used in the veterinary clinic?
4. Why is odor control an important factor in the veterinary facility?
5. List 4 items that may be cleaned using a cold tray.
a.
b.
c.
d.
6. List 5 points to consider when selecting a disinfectant.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
7. List 4 examples of common veterinary facility cleaners.
a.
b.
c.
d.
