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What is the first step to be taken after a sterilization failure is detected through spore testing?
That period of an infectious disease when the symptoms are at or near the maximum level is called the
Acute
What are 2 basic types of dental instrument cleaning systems that have been cleared by the FDA
Instrument washers and ultrasonic cleaners
Which governmental agency regulates disinfectants?
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
What method is recommended to prevent surface contamination?
Placement of surface barriers
“Autoclave” tape is used for which type of sterilization monitoring?
What is chemical monitoring
The mode of microbe transmission that involves touching the patient’s teeth while not wearing gloves is called
Direct contact
A needlestick injury could transmit disease. This type of disease transmission is called
Paraenteral
T/F One should wear a mask beneath a face shield to reduce contact with fluid aerosols and dust particles.
True
OSHA requires training records be kept on file in the dental practice for how long?
3 years
What is the most common liquid sterilant?
glutaraldehyde
Special proteins that are made by the body after a microbe invades the body are called
Antibodies
When putting on your protective equipment, which barrier should be put on last just before patient care begins?
What are gloves
The rule that requires employers to do certain things to prevent employees from being exposed to human body fluids at work is called the
Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
A slime layer that forms in all water environments and allows microorganisms to stick to water containers or tubing is called?
Biofilm
Annually
Which form of hepatitis is transmitted through contaminated food or water?
Hep A or E
Dental instruments that are used in the mouth but do not penetrate tissue or one are
Semicritical instruments
How would you describe transient skin flora on the hands?
Microbes that contaminate the hands during touching of contaminated objects or surfaces. Can spread disease. Reduced and removed with routine handwashing.
Which disinfectant tend to cause a reddish or yellow stain?
Iodophors
Which form of sterilization requires the highest temperatures and what are the 2 types?
Dry heat sterilization: Forced and Static
A vaccine is available for which types of hepatitis?
Hep A and B
When should alcohol based hand-rubs be used?
To kill microbes when no visible soil is present
What pathway of cross-contamination is the main pathway prevented when protective eyeglasses are worn by a member of the dental team?
Patient to dental team
What are the parameters for static dry heat sterilization of packaged items?
60 minutes at 320-degrees Fahrenheit