Abscess
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Collection of pus underneath the skin
Infectious agents: bacteria
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most significant and most prevalent in hospital settings
bacteria
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the most significant and most commonly observed infection-causing
agents
Infectious agents: Fungi
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Plant-like organisms (mold, yeast) that can cause infection. Ex- athletes
foot, ringworm and yeast infections. Are treated with anti fungal meds;
however many fungus infections are resistant to treatment
Common portals of exit
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respiratory, GI, GU, breaks in skin, blood and tissue
Susceptible host
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must overcome resistance mounted by host's defenses
pressure injury or pressure ulcer
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localized damage to the skin and/or underlying soft tissue usually over a
bony prominence or related to a medical or other device
convalescent period
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recovery from the infection
Incubation period
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interval between initial infection and first signs and symptoms. Can last 1-2
days
asepsis
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Collection of pus underneath the skin
Infectious agents: bacteria
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most significant and most prevalent in hospital settings
bacteria
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the most significant and most commonly observed infection-causing
agents
Infectious agents: Fungi
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Plant-like organisms (mold, yeast) that can cause infection. Ex- athletes
foot, ringworm and yeast infections. Are treated with anti fungal meds;
however many fungus infections are resistant to treatment
Common portals of exit
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respiratory, GI, GU, breaks in skin, blood and tissue
Susceptible host
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must overcome resistance mounted by host's defenses
pressure injury or pressure ulcer
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localized damage to the skin and/or underlying soft tissue usually over a
bony prominence or related to a medical or other device
convalescent period
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recovery from the infection
Incubation period
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interval between initial infection and first signs and symptoms. Can last 1-2
days
asepsis
