Chapter 16 LA Word Scramble
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describe benefits and risk using | terms for patients education level |
practicing only within the limits set forth by you license and states rules and regulations | legal scope of practice |
never inform the patient of any unanticipated occurrences | F |
in most states malpractice insurance is not required, because of coverage under the dentist insurance | F,F |
the hygienist is accountable for own actions. However, the dentist is always liable for legal action | T,F? |
appropriate amounts of anesthetic | amount necessary to complete area in single appointment |
disease that is not contractible by needle stick | adenovirus |
is disinfecting the operatory part of the post-exposure management protocol for occupational exposures | no, part of risk management |
it is acceptable to recap a needle using the one handed scoop method | T |
if needle stick occurs it is not necessary to report details, only that you were exposed | F,F |
Secondary prevention is when there is containment of injury and tertiary involves returning to normal state after injury | T,T |
PPE | personal protective equipment |
after an occupational exposure conducts test, provides antiretroviral therapy, and understands nature of dental injury | QHCP |
Identifies preventative methods and reduces risk of legal action | risk management |
after an exposure use bleach to clean area. However, if testing area immediately use soap and water | F,T |
Communication, documentation, and risk reduction protocols are necessary elements, they help reduce chance of litigation | T,T |
QHCP must take into consideration what factors | infectious state, type and fluid amount, type of exposure, susceptibility |
when handling a needle avoid only the penetrating end, the cartridge end is not at risk for contamination | F,F |
report any illegal activities to authorities and educate dentist about regulations regarding scope of practice | T,T |
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