Chain of infection
the route by which an infectious agent enters the host.
Portal of Entry
Requires distilled water, 270`F for 3 minutes
Autoclave
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
The CDC recommends that the dental staff receive training to properly interpret positive and negitive.
Chemical Monitors
Important to update this information, both verbally and in writting.
Medical History
The process that bridges the gap between the portal of exit of the infectious agent from the reservoir.
Mode of Transmission
Additional 24 hours to dissipate gas, 120`F for 2-3 hours
Ethylene Oxid Sterilization
Provides research and prevention programs to assist in the elimination of occupational diseases, injuries, and fatalities.
The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Process Indicators
Alcohol-based Hand Rub
a simple or complex organism that can be affected by an agent.
Host
Limited rust or corrosion of equipment, 340`F for 1 hour
Dry Heat Sterilization
A government agency that provides research for the expansion and implementation of knowledge for the enhancement of health
The National Institute of Health (NIH)
Gauges that monitor Sterilization and provides on going reports.
Mechanical Monitoring
mask, eyewear, gloves, gowns
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
An entity that is capable of causing disease
Agent
Special solution required, 270`F for 20 minutes
Chemical Vapor sterilization
The parent organization for dentistry in the United States
The American Dental Association (ADA)
Indicate whether correct conditions were present for sterilization to take place.
Dosage Indicators
One of the most important ways to prevent the transfer of microorganisms.
Handwashing
a place where agents can survive.
Reservoir
Proper ventilation required, room temperature for 6-10 hours
Liquid chemical sterilization
Provides the basis for many of the regulations.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The most accurate way to assess whether sterilization has occurred.
Biological Monitors
Necessary to fight off pathogens that are encountered
Immunizations