Exam 11: Infection Control

This latex allergic reaction is characterized by hands becoming itchy and sometimes cracked.

After the procedure, gloves that were not torn or ripped should be ___________.

A liquid chemical sterilizer requires ______________ to sterilize.

The rag wheel can be disposable or rinsed out and sterilized after use.

A mask is worn by dental team members to ___________.

Which of the following are special protective clothing regulated by OSHA?

An ultrasonic cleaner is preferred to hand scrubbing because it ___________.

Both vinyl and latex gloves can be washed and reused.

Items included in the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard are 1) Train all employees in a timely manner 2) Provide employees with everything to meet standard regulations 3) Provide all PPEs 4) Pay for the hepatitis B vaccination series 5) Establish standards for disposing of hazardous waste

Which is true of isopropyl alcohol?

A disadvantage of an ethylene oxide sterilization system is ___________.

Utility gloves are used in a dental procedure ___________.

The disinfection level that destroys most, but not all, bacterial spores is ________ level.

The most effective way to reduce the amount of aerosols coming from the high-speed handpiece from being sprayed into the air is to _____________.

If sterilization has occurred, all forms of microorganisms have been destroyed.

All the dental office items listed below contain potential latex EXCEPT _____________.

An autoclave sterilizes by using ___________.

Which written plan lists how to evaluate situations involving exposure?

At a minimum, a ________ handwash should be done.