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The methods used to eliminate or reduce the transmission of infectious organisms from one individual to another.

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example - cleaning tweezers of glue and debris prior to disinfection

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- the lowest level of infection prevention and control
- reduces number of pathogens
- cleans, does not destroy
- done prior to disinfection
- non-critical items

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after cleaning tweezers, disinfect by immersing tweezers fully in disinfectant for the appropriate contact time.

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- kills pathogens, not spores
- used on semi critical items such as tweezers
- used on non-porous surfaces
-most widely used in salons

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example - placing tools used in an auto-clave

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- highest level of infection control
- not required unless skin is broken
- used on critical items
- kills all pathogens, including spores
- most costly
- methods include dry heat, pressure, or chemicals