Microbiology and Disease Transmission
Bacteria that live only in the presence of oxygen are referred to as
Aerobes
Operatory chairs, light handles, the air-water syringe, and bracket trays are examples of
Clinical contact surfaces
Instruments that cannot be sterilized right away should
Placed in a holding solution
This agency regulates the manufacturing and labeling of dental products
FDA
Bonus: What does FDA stand for?
The oxygen tank is this color
Green
Bonus: What color is the nitrous oxide tank?
Herpes simplex virus 1 is known as ____, while herpes simplex virus 2 is known as ____
Oral herpes; genital herpes
This type of glove is worn when working in dispensary or cleaning operatories
Utility glove
Handpieces, amalgam condensers, and mouth mirrors are considered what type of instrument
Semi-critical
Extracted teeth, contaminated broken glass, needles, instruments, blood soaked gauze, and disposable dental burs are examples of
Regulated waste
Angina
Bacteria shaped like a rods are referred to as
Bacilli
Stagnation in the dental unit water lines (DUWL) contributes the the growth of
Biofilm
Refers to something that is free from ALL living organisms
Sterile/aseptic
How often must the written exposure control plan be reviewed and updated
Annually
This allergic response can be fatal
Anaphylaxis
What is an infectious particle lacking DNA or RNA that is capable of causing fatal disease
A prion
This level disinfectant is considered to be tuberculocidal
Intermediate-level
Spore testing is also known as
Biological monitoring
Bonus: How often should this be done?
Dizziness, nausea, and/or fainting result from what type of toxicity
Acute
How often should the expiration date of the medications in the emergency medical kit should be checked
Weekly
This is the first oral indicator of syphilis
Dental items that need sterilized, but cannot withstand high heat should be sterilized by soaking in
High-level disinfectant, like glutaraldehyde
In which method of sterilization can instruments be processed wet
Steam autoclave
Central nervous system disorders, tremors, and kidney dysfunction are associated with increased exposure to
Mercury vapors
This medical emergency results from a lack of blood to the brain
Syncope