Question 1

When removing protective clothing, OSHA recommends that special care is to be taken with items that are considered potentially infectious.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The autoclave takes _________________ to sterilize.

Accepted Answer

A)  30 minutes at 350 degrees at 20 psi 
B)  15 minutes at 350 degrees at 15 psi 
C)  15 minutes at 250 degrees at 15 psi 
D)  60 minutes at 250 degrees at 15 psi 
A)  30 minutes at 350 degrees at 20 psi 
B)  15 minutes at 350 degrees at 15 psi 
C)  15 minutes at 250 degrees at 15 psi 
D)  60 minutes at 250 degrees at 15 psi

Question 3

The first step to accomplish the goal of infection control is for the dental assistant to maintain good health standards.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Sterilization indicators are used to ensure which of the following errors do not occur?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bags are not overfilled. 
B)  Sterilizers are not overpacked. 
C)  Both a and b 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Bags are not overfilled. 
B)  Sterilizers are not overpacked. 
C)  Both a and b 
D)  None of the above

Question 5

There are many shortcuts available in dentistry; one of the best ones is in the area of asepsis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which method indicates that packages in a sterilizer have been exposed to heat?

Accepted Answer

A)  The use of a process indicator 
B)  The use of biological indicators 
C)  Both a and b 
D)  Neither a nor b 
A)  The use of a process indicator 
B)  The use of biological indicators 
C)  Both a and b 
D)  Neither a nor b

Question 7

Universal precautions mean ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  most patients are treated as if infectious 
B)  all patients are treated as if infectious 
C)  both a and b 
D)  neither a nor b 
A)  most patients are treated as if infectious 
B)  all patients are treated as if infectious 
C)  both a and b 
D)  neither a nor b

Question 8

The disinfection level that does not kill bacterial spores 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 9

In taking the patient's medical health history, it is important to update this information both verbally and in writing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

OSHA training must involve which of the following personnel?

Accepted Answer

A)  Full-time 
B)  Part-time 
C)  Temporary 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Full-time 
B)  Part-time 
C)  Temporary 
D)  All of the above

Question 11

Antimicrobial means ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  sterilization 
B)  disinfection 
C)  growth inhibitor 
D)  all of the above 
A)  sterilization 
B)  disinfection 
C)  growth inhibitor 
D)  all of the above

Question 12

Standard precautions are utilized prior to, during, and after each procedure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Examples of times when personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn are ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  initial examination of patient 
B)  surgical extraction of a third molar 
C)  seating and positioning the patient 
D)  both a and b 
A)  initial examination of patient 
B)  surgical extraction of a third molar 
C)  seating and positioning the patient 
D)  both a and b

Question 14

Running the water lines in the unit for ________ flushes out the system.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 seconds 
B)  10 seconds 
C)  20 seconds 
D)  30 minutes 
A)  5 seconds 
B)  10 seconds 
C)  20 seconds 
D)  30 minutes

Question 15

Some dental offices use dishwasher-disinfector devices in place of ultrasonic cleaners.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The physical removal of organic matter from surfaces or instruments is ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  disinfection 
B)  sterilization 
C)  cleaning 
D)  sanitizing 
A)  disinfection 
B)  sterilization 
C)  cleaning 
D)  sanitizing

Question 17

Sterilizing plastics requires special consideration. Which of the following is NOT recommended for plastic?

Accepted Answer

A)  Liquid chemical 
B)  Ethylene oxide 
C)  Dry heat 
D)  Chemical vapor 
A)  Liquid chemical 
B)  Ethylene oxide 
C)  Dry heat 
D)  Chemical vapor

Question 18

Which regulatory agency is involved in regulating the disposal of hazardous waste after it leaves the dental office?

Accepted Answer

A)  EPA 
B)  OSHA 
C)  ADA 
D)  State Dental Practice Act 
A)  EPA 
B)  OSHA 
C)  ADA 
D)  State Dental Practice Act

Question 19

Most often when an OSHA guideline is made, the profession has a specific time frame in which to comply.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

In order to break the chain of infection, which of the following practices should be followed?

Accepted Answer

A)  Proper disinfection 
B)  Correct barriers 
C)  PPE 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Proper disinfection 
B)  Correct barriers 
C)  PPE 
D)  All of the above

Exam 11: Infection Control

When removing protective clothing, OSHA recommends that special care is to be taken with items that are considered potentially infectious.

The autoclave takes _________________ to sterilize.

The first step to accomplish the goal of infection control is for the dental assistant to maintain good health standards.

Sterilization indicators are used to ensure which of the following errors do not occur?

There are many shortcuts available in dentistry; one of the best ones is in the area of asepsis.

Which method indicates that packages in a sterilizer have been exposed to heat?

Universal precautions mean ___________.

The disinfection level that does not kill bacterial spores is ________ level.

In taking the patient's medical health history, it is important to update this information both verbally and in writing.

OSHA training must involve which of the following personnel?

Antimicrobial means ___________.

Standard precautions are utilized prior to, during, and after each procedure.

Examples of times when personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn are ___________.

Running the water lines in the unit for ________ flushes out the system.

Some dental offices use dishwasher-disinfector devices in place of ultrasonic cleaners.

The physical removal of organic matter from surfaces or instruments is ___________.

Sterilizing plastics requires special consideration. Which of the following is NOT recommended for plastic?

Which regulatory agency is involved in regulating the disposal of hazardous waste after it leaves the dental office?

Most often when an OSHA guideline is made, the profession has a specific time frame in which to comply.

In order to break the chain of infection, which of the following practices should be followed?

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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