Types of Infections 2.02 Understand infection control procedures

1. Types of Infections2.02 Understand infection control procedures

2. Types of Infections Infection • invasion of the body by microorganisms • invading microorganisms: • use the host’s resources to multiply • interfere with normal function • 3rd leading cause of death in the U. S. 2.02 Understand infection control procedures

3. Types of Infections Local infection • only a specific portion of the body is infected • pain • redness • heat at the site • swelling • pus • foul smelling drainage 2.02 Understand infection control procedures

4. Types of Infections Systemic infection • affects the entire body • fever • aches • chills • nausea • vomiting • weakness 2.02 Understand infection control procedures

5. Types of Infections • Endogenous (endo- inside; genous- type or kind) • type or kind of infection or disease that originates from within the body • Exogenous (exo- outside; genous- type or kind) • type or kind of infection or disease that originates outside the body 2.02 Understand infection control procedures

6. Types of Infections • Nosocomial infections • Hospital acquired infection • Transmitted by the health care worker • Opportunistic infections • Infections that occur when the body’s defenses are weakened 2.02 Understand infection control procedures

7. Types of Infections VERY IMPORTANT Any sign of infection must be reported to the nurse or doctor! 2.02 Understand infection control procedures