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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

Foundations Basics Microbes Disease Spread Response Treatment Infection Control Laboratory Growth Prevention

Sample terms

Microbiology

The study of microorganisms and their effects on health.

Parasite

An organism that lives on or in another organism.

Transmission

The movement of pathogens from one source to another.

Reservoir

The natural habitat of a pathogen.

Resistance

Ability of microbes to survive antimicrobial drugs.

Culture

Growing microorganisms for identification.

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