Question 1

The disinfection level that kills some viruses and fungi and most bacterial microorganisms is _______ level.

Accepted Answer

A)  high 
B)  intermediate 
C)  low 
D)  none of the above 
A)  high 
B)  intermediate 
C)  low 
D)  none of the above

Question 2

Under which exposure category would the dental assistant be classified?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  None of the above 
A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  None of the above

Question 3

A holding bath will disinfect any instrument placed in it for the proper length of time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Protective eyewear worn during specific phases of dental treatment will protect from the following EXCEPT _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  splatter of saliva 
B)  conjunctivitis 
C)  chemical vapor 
D)  hepatitis 
A)  splatter of saliva 
B)  conjunctivitis 
C)  chemical vapor 
D)  hepatitis

Question 5

If during an immersion disinfection procedure an additional instrument is added to the solution before the disinfection time is up, the ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  time must be started over for all instruments 
B)  first instruments can be removed according to the original time limit 
C)  both a and b 
D)  neither a nor b 
A)  time must be started over for all instruments 
B)  first instruments can be removed according to the original time limit 
C)  both a and b 
D)  neither a nor b

Question 6

All OSHA training could be accomplished by videotape viewing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which regulatory body enforces the law that employers must protect their employees from exposure to infectious materials?

Accepted Answer

A)  ADA 
B)  FDA 
C)  OSHA 
D)  EPA 
A)  ADA 
B)  FDA 
C)  OSHA 
D)  EPA

Question 8

If during the operation of the autoclave a hissing sound comes from the unit, what is the cause?

Accepted Answer

A)  The wrong solution was placed in the chamber. 
B)  The wrong sterilization time for operation was selected. 
C)  The door was shut improperly. 
D)  The gasket is displaced or torn. 
A)  The wrong solution was placed in the chamber. 
B)  The wrong sterilization time for operation was selected. 
C)  The door was shut improperly. 
D)  The gasket is displaced or torn.

Question 9

In the dental office, rooms and equipment that are often overlooked for disinfecting include _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  radiography room 
B)  radiography processing equipment 
C)  dental laboratory 
D)  all of the above 
A)  radiography room 
B)  radiography processing equipment 
C)  dental laboratory 
D)  all of the above

Question 10

The standards for wearing a mask include ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  replacing it when it becomes moist 
B)  never letting the mask dangle from one ear 
C)  placing a new mask for each patient 
D)  all of the above 
A)  replacing it when it becomes moist 
B)  never letting the mask dangle from one ear 
C)  placing a new mask for each patient 
D)  all of the above

Question 11

What color of eyewear is normally worn to protect from curing dental materials?

Accepted Answer

A)  Opaque 
B)  Clear 
C)  Orange 
D)  Gray 
A)  Opaque 
B)  Clear 
C)  Orange 
D)  Gray

Question 12

Some products require as few as _______ to disinfect.

Accepted Answer

A)  10 minutes 
B)  30 minutes 
C)  5 hours 
D)  10 hours 
A)  10 minutes 
B)  30 minutes 
C)  5 hours 
D)  10 hours

Question 13

Following patient treatment and glove removal, gloves are placed into the regular waste receptacle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Some products require ________ of submersion to sterilize.

Accepted Answer

A)  10 minutes 
B)  30 minutes 
C)  5 hours 
D)  10 hours 
A)  10 minutes 
B)  30 minutes 
C)  5 hours 
D)  10 hours

Question 15

Sodium hypochlorite is:
1) nonirritating to eyes and skin
2) irritating to eyes and skin
3) corrosive to metals
4) stable and has a long shelf life
5) unstable and must be mixed daily

Accepted Answer

A)  None of the above 
B)  1, 2, 3, 4, 5 
C)  1, 3, 4 
D)  2, 3, 5 
A)  None of the above 
B)  1, 2, 3, 4, 5 
C)  1, 3, 4 
D)  2, 3, 5

Question 16

A dry-heat sterilizer requires ____________ to sterilize.

Accepted Answer

A)  150 degrees for 2 hours 
B)  250 degrees for 2 hours 
C)  340 degrees for 1 hour 
D)  270 degrees for 30 minutes 
A)  150 degrees for 2 hours 
B)  250 degrees for 2 hours 
C)  340 degrees for 1 hour 
D)  270 degrees for 30 minutes

Question 17

The best way to store sterilized instruments is to store them in _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  a sterile cabinet 
B)  the package in which they were sterilized 
C)  in sterile racks on the counter 
D)  none of the above 
A)  a sterile cabinet 
B)  the package in which they were sterilized 
C)  in sterile racks on the counter 
D)  none of the above

Question 18

Where is the labeling and waste disposal information found for a product?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ask the dentist. 
B)  There is never a problem disposing of any product. 
C)  MSDS 
D)  OSHA Communication Standard 
A)  Ask the dentist. 
B)  There is never a problem disposing of any product. 
C)  MSDS 
D)  OSHA Communication Standard

Question 19

Successful handpiece sterilization is accomplished by following the manufacturer's directions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

All the following statements are true EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  Disposable items can be disinfected and reused. 
B)  Disposable items are ideal for infection control. 
C)  Disposable items may be more expensive overall for the dentist. 
D)  Disposable items are intended for single use only. 
A)  Disposable items can be disinfected and reused. 
B)  Disposable items are ideal for infection control. 
C)  Disposable items may be more expensive overall for the dentist. 
D)  Disposable items are intended for single use only.

Exam 11: Infection Control

The disinfection level that kills some viruses and fungi and most bacterial microorganisms is _______ level.

Under which exposure category would the dental assistant be classified?

A holding bath will disinfect any instrument placed in it for the proper length of time.

Protective eyewear worn during specific phases of dental treatment will protect from the following EXCEPT _____________.

If during an immersion disinfection procedure an additional instrument is added to the solution before the disinfection time is up, the ___________.

All OSHA training could be accomplished by videotape viewing.

Which regulatory body enforces the law that employers must protect their employees from exposure to infectious materials?

If during the operation of the autoclave a hissing sound comes from the unit, what is the cause?

In the dental office, rooms and equipment that are often overlooked for disinfecting include _____________.

The standards for wearing a mask include ___________.

What color of eyewear is normally worn to protect from curing dental materials?

Some products require as few as _______ to disinfect.

Following patient treatment and glove removal, gloves are placed into the regular waste receptacle.

Some products require ________ of submersion to sterilize.

Sodium hypochlorite is: 1) nonirritating to eyes and skin 2) irritating to eyes and skin 3) corrosive to metals 4) stable and has a long shelf life 5) unstable and must be mixed daily

A dry-heat sterilizer requires ____________ to sterilize.

The best way to store sterilized instruments is to store them in _____________.

Where is the labeling and waste disposal information found for a product?

Successful handpiece sterilization is accomplished by following the manufacturer's directions.

All the following statements are true EXCEPT:

Introduction to the Dental Profession

Psychology Communication and Multicultural Interaction

Ethics Jurisprudence and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act

Oral Health and Preventative Techniques

Nutrition

General Anatomy and Physiology

Head and Neck Anatomy

Embryology and Histology

Tooth Morphology

Microbiology

Management of Hazardous Materials

Preparation for Patient Care

Dental Charting

Pharmacology

Emergency Management

Introduction to the Dental Office and Basic Chairside Assisting

Basic Chairside Instruments and Tray Systems

Instrument Transfer and Maintaining the Operating Field

Anesthesia and Sedation

Introduction to Dental Radiography and Equipment

Production and Evaluation of Dental Radiographs

Extraoral and Digital Radiography

Endodontics

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dental Implants

Oral Pathology

Orthodontics

Pediatric Dentistry

Dental Sealants

Periodontics

Coronal Polish

Fixed Prosthodontics and Gingival Retraction

Computerized Impression and Restorative Systems

Cosmetic Dentistry and Whitening

Removable Prosthodontics

Dental Cements Bases Liners and Bonding Agents

Restorative Materials Matrix and Wedge

Laboratory Materials and Techniques

Dental Office Management

Employment Strategies

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