Microbiology Flashcards
Microbiology connects directly to infection control, one of the most practical topics in nursing. This deck covers the basics of microbes, how disease spreads, and how the body and healthcare providers respond to and treat infection.
Cards also cover laboratory concepts, microbial growth, and prevention strategies like infection control practices. Each term includes a clinical note tying the concept to real infection-control or patient-safety practice, not just the lab definition.
Who this deck is for
Nursing and pre-nursing students studying microbiology fundamentals or reviewing infection-related vocabulary for the TEAS.
Topics covered
Sample terms
The study of microorganisms and their effects on health.
An organism that lives on or in another organism.
The movement of pathogens from one source to another.
The natural habitat of a pathogen.
Ability of microbes to survive antimicrobial drugs.
Growing microorganisms for identification.
Related decks
Want more practice?
Try sample tests from TEAS prep books available at your local or online bookstore.