Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of overgloves?

Accepted Answer

A)  To wear over examination gloves when leaving the patient
B)  To wear as a protective barrier over examination gloves so as not to cross-contaminate
C)  To wear during patient care
D)  All of the above C

Question 2

Sterilization pouches have a range of sizes to accommodate all sizes of instruments and cassettes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

A biological monitor testing device is placed in the sterilizer for one cycle of instruments; the monitor mails back the findings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Nitrile utility gloves protect hands during processing of the dental instruments for sterilization and disinfection.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

________________ are the type of gloves commonly used during patient care.

Accepted Answer

A)  Utility gloves
B)  Examination gloves
C)  A and B

Question 6

__________ is the protective barrier over the examination gloves used in order to not cross-contaminate the area.

Accepted Answer

A)  Utility gloves
B)  Vinyl gloves
C)  Overgloves

Question 7

Which of the following is true about Protective glasses/eyewear?

Accepted Answer

A)  Protect against chemicals, airborne pathogens, bacteria, and viruses during processing of dental instruments for sterilization.
B)  Protect against airborne pathogens, bacteria and viruses during patient care and against scrap-filling material during restorative and rinsing phases of patient treatment.
C)  A and B are both true.

Question 8

An ultrasonic cleaning unit is used to sterilize instruments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Protective masks should be changed after every patient.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Name the unit that removes debris and bioburden from instruments.

Accepted Answer

A)  Ultrasonic cleaning unit
B)  Autoclave unit
C)  Sterilization bath
D)  All of the above

Question 11

Name the device that indicates that instruments have been exposed to a certain temperature by means of color-changing strips and that needs to be included in each sterilization of wrapped instrument(s).

Accepted Answer

A)  Process indicator tape
B)  Biological monitors

Question 12

Which of the following is true regarding utilizing cassette wrap in the dental office?

Accepted Answer

A)  To wrap cassette during sterilization
B)  To store cassette in wrapping after sterilization
C)  To use for tray cover during dental procedures
D)  A and B
E)  All of the above

Question 13

The time, temperature, and pressure required to accomplish the sterilization of instruments are the same for all types of sterilizers, whether instruments are wrapped or unwrapped.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Name the type of unit that sterilizes instruments with steam under pressure (i.e., 15 psi) at 250° F for 20 minutes.

Accepted Answer

A)  Unsaturated chemical vapor
B)  Autoclave sterilizer (saturated steam) 
C)  Flash sterilizer
D)  All of the above

Question 15

Name the device that confirms sterilization efficacy; the results must be documented in the office sterilization log. This must be completed each week.

Accepted Answer

A)  Process indicator tape
B)  Biological monitors

Question 16

Gowns worn during patient care must have which of the following properties?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cloth material made of polyester and cotton in accordance with state and/or federal regulations
B)  Moisture resistant (against contamination by liquids) 
C)  Cuffed long sleeves
D)  Closure at neckline
E)  All of the above

Question 17

When indicator tape is placed outside a cassette, the strips will NOT change color after the sterilization process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Name the type of unit that sterilizes unwrapped instruments with steam under pressure (i.e., 15 psi) at 270° F for 3 minutes.

Accepted Answer

A)  Unsaturated chemical vapor
B)  Autoclave sterilizer (saturated steam) 
C)  Flash sterilizer
D)  All of the above

Exam 18: Sterilization Equipment

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of overgloves?

Sterilization pouches have a range of sizes to accommodate all sizes of instruments and cassettes.

A biological monitor testing device is placed in the sterilizer for one cycle of instruments; the monitor mails back the findings.

Nitrile utility gloves protect hands during processing of the dental instruments for sterilization and disinfection.

________________ are the type of gloves commonly used during patient care.

__________ is the protective barrier over the examination gloves used in order to not cross-contaminate the area.

Which of the following is true about Protective glasses/eyewear?

An ultrasonic cleaning unit is used to sterilize instruments.

Protective masks should be changed after every patient.

Name the unit that removes debris and bioburden from instruments.

Name the device that indicates that instruments have been exposed to a certain temperature by means of color-changing strips and that needs to be included in each sterilization of wrapped instrument(s) .

Which of the following is true regarding utilizing cassette wrap in the dental office?

The time, temperature, and pressure required to accomplish the sterilization of instruments are the same for all types of sterilizers, whether instruments are wrapped or unwrapped.

Name the type of unit that sterilizes instruments with steam under pressure (i.e., 15 psi) at 250° F for 20 minutes.

Name the device that confirms sterilization efficacy; the results must be documented in the office sterilization log. This must be completed each week.

Gowns worn during patient care must have which of the following properties?

When indicator tape is placed outside a cassette, the strips will NOT change color after the sterilization process.

Name the type of unit that sterilizes unwrapped instruments with steam under pressure (i.e., 15 psi) at 270° F for 3 minutes.