4. Microbiology for CS Techs

Overview:  

As a result of successfully completing this chapter, students will be able to:

• Define the term “microbiology” and explain why it is important for Central Service professionals to have a basic understanding of its science
• Restate basic facts about microorganisms
•  Identify common ways to identify and classify microorganisms by:
• Shape
• Color Change
• Need for oxygen
•  Explain environmental conditions necessary for bacterial growth and survival
•  Provide basic information about non-bacterial organisms:
• Viruses
• Protozoa
•  Fungi
• Prions
• Review basic procedures to control and eliminate microorganisms