Clinical Medical Assisting Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• disinfection: kills or inactivates most pathogens on surfaces (but not spores).
• autoclave: uses steam under pressure to kill microorganisms
• indicator strips: placed inside sterilization packages to indicate whether conditions for sterilization were met.
• glutaraldehyde: used for high-level disinfection of semi-critical items.
• bleach: used for surface disinfection.
• date labels: ensures items are used within their sterile expiration period and provides a tracking method.
• contamination: introduction of harmful microorganisms onto a sterile or clean surface or object
• isopropyl alcohol: used for disinfecting skin and surfaces.
• antiseptic: a substance that prevents the growth of microorganisms on living tissue.
• cleaning: removes visible dirt and debris.
• asepsis: the absence of pathogenic microorganisms to prevent infection.
• sterilizing: eliminates all microorganisms, including spores, using methods such as autoclaving.