102.02 Infection Control

Question 1

Cleansing standards

Answer 1

First level of infection control.
The process of removing dirt & debris, or other visible contaminants from a surface.
Aid in preventing the growth of microbes.

Question 2

Disinfection standards

Answer 2

The second level of infection control.
This process requires products to destroy or kill SOME - NOT ALL, microbes on nonporous surfaces.

Question 3

Disinfection standards

Answer 3

The third and most effective level of infection control.
Sterilization procedures kill and destroy ALL microbes.

Question 4

Bloodborne Pathogens Standards

Answer 4

This process requires the use of an approved EPA-registered hospital disinfectant when tools and multi-use supplies come in contact with blood and body fluids.
Bloodborne pathogens are infectious microorganisms in human blood that can cause disease in humans.
Also, OSHA has regulations that are set forth by the responsibilities of employers and employees with regard to precautions to be taken concerning Bloodborne pathogens in the workplace.

Question 5

3 methods for cleaning tools

Answer 5

1. Wash with soap and water
2. Using an ultrasonic unit
3. Using a cleaning solvent (e.g., the metal bits for electric files.)

Question 6

Rules on Infection Control

Answer 6

Rules developed by regulating agencies such as OSHA, EPA and licensing boards to protect the consumer.

Question 7

OSHA

Answer 7

Regulating agency under the U.S. Department of Labor.
Enforces safety and health standards in the workplace.

Question 8

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Answer 8

OSHA stands for, full name.

Question 9

Safety Data Sheet

Answer 9

SDS

Question 10

SDS and Product Labeling

Answer 10

2 important regulations that OSHA has put into place to assist in safe operations

Question 11

SDS 16 categories

Answer 11

1. Product Id
2. Hazard Id
3. Composition info
4. First-aid measures
5. Fire-fighting measures
6. Accidental release measures
7. Handling and storage
8. Exposure controls and personal protection
9. Physical and chemical properties
10. Stability and reactivity
11. Toxicological info
12. Ecological info
13. Disposal considerations
14. Transport info
15. Regulatory info
16. Revision date

Question 12

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Answer 12

The federal agency charged with protecting the environment.
The agency that approves of the efficacy of products used for infection control.