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Infection Control & Radiography
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Standard precautions are only utilized during patient treatment. T/F | False,Standard precautions are utilized at ALL times. |
| If sterilization has occurred, ___________ forms of life have been destroyed. | All |
| Shortcuts should always be used when asepsis is concerned. | False, shortcuts should never be used in the area of asepsis. |
| It is a goal for infection control for the dental assistant to maintain good health standards. T/F | True, dental assistants should maintain good health standards. |
| Should a dental assistant update a patients medical health history both verbally and in writing at every visit? | Yes, dental assistants should update health history verbally and in writing. |
| Is disposal of fixer and developer solutions permitted down the sink? | No, a waste hauler has to dispose of fixer and developer. |
| Taking x-rays requires no skills. T/F | False, taking x-rays requires skill. |
| What is asepsis? | An environment free of pathogens. |
| What is used when the term "treat all patients as if they are infected" is stated? | Universal precautions |
| During the initial exam of a patient and during a surgical extraction, what should be worn? | PPE should be worn. |
| What exposure category would a dental assistant be under? | Category 1 is the exposure category a dental assistant is in. |
| What regulates the disposal of hazardous waste after it leaves the dental office? | EPA |
| Which employees are required to obtain OSHA training? | All employees are required to receive OSHA training. |
| What is the best way to prevent the spread of disease from person to person? | Washing hands frequently is the best way to prevent the spread of disease. |
| What is another word for growth inhibitor? | Antimicrobial is another word for growth inhibitor |
| How long should a hand wash be? | 30 seconds |
| What protects the mucous membranes of the nose and mouth? | Face mask |
| What are three standards for wearing a mask? | Never let it dangle, replace it if it's moist, & use a new mask for every patient. |
| Define low level disinfection. | Kills some viruses, fungi and most bacterial spores. |
| Define high level disinfection. | Destroys most but not all bacterial spores. |
| Define intermediate level disinfection. | Does not kill bacterial spores. |
| Where or to whom can digital images be sent? | Insurance companies, other dental offices and to patients via letters and e-mail. |
| Sensor plates for digital imaging come in what sizes? | Panoramic, cephalometric, size 0, 1, 2, 3 & 4. |
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