EXAM 1 (dhyg104) Flashcards
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Recommended surface management protocols for splash/spatter and aerosol surfaces
at the end of clinic session, before and between patients if gross debris present
What are the two types of instrument grasps?
Modified pen grasp, palm grasp
Exploratory stroke with curet: adaptation and angulation
- insert toe of blade using light touch
- angle to tooth greater than 45 but less than 90
What is the goal of surface management as it relates to patient treatment?
the goal is to use products and methods that allow pt tx without the risk of x- contamination
What are the points throughout the clinic session where surface management protocols will be performed?
at the beginning of clinic, between each patient, and after each clinic
Recommended surface management protocols for items that enter the oral cavity
either heat sterilize (autoclave) or use disposable items
Recommended surface management protocols for touch surfaces and transfer surfaces
wipe wipe method, using barrier covers
What are the properties of an ideal disinfectant?
broad spectrum, fast acting, not affected by physical factors, non-toxic, surface compatible, residual effect on treated surfaces, odorless, easy to use, economical
recommended chemical disinfectants for environmental surfaces
Glutaraldehyde, chlorine compounds, iodophors
What is the objective of infection control?
to protect patient and clinician from spreading infection and x-contaminating
When should gloves be worn during clinic?
all patient treatment, all cleanup before and after patients
What is the rule in conjunction with washing hands and glove wearing?
wash hands before putting on gloves and after taking them off
Clinical activities that require protective eyewear?
during pt. treatment, during sterilization and disinfection, and during cleaning the suction system
List fulcrum function
support, control, prevent tissue trauma, decrease fatigue to clinician
What is the standard location of the fulcrum of the instrument hand?
on the occlusal or incisal edge of a tooth in same arch you are working on, closest to tooth as possible
Explain four purposes of the mouth mirror
indirect vision - opening up the ability to see areas of the tooth that aren’t visible with direct vision
indirect illumination - reflecting light from dental light onto areas that need illumination
transillumination - reflection of light through the teeth
retraction - pull back tongue, cheeks, lip to prevent interference
Scaling
the process of removing calculus and heavy stain from tooth surfaces
Supra-marginal scaling
removal of calculus and heavy stain from above the margin of gingiva
Tactile sensitivity
the ability to distinguish characteristics of tooth anatomy, degrees of tooth roughness, and sulcus anatomy during instrumentation using the sense of touch
Barrier techniques
using paper, plastic, metal, etc. to prevent the transport of microorganisms
What is the procedure for using a chemical solution for disinfection by submersion
- preclean to remove debris
- rinse
- dry
- completely immerse items in solution
- follow manufacturers instructions for length of time
- drain
- remove from drain basket with sterile forceps
- dry with sterile towel
- rinse if solution is known to be irritating to tissue
different types of blade (2) and shank (2) shapes for sickle scalers
blade: straight or curved
shank: straight or modified (also called contra-angled)
What is the main use of a sickle scaler?
removal of supramarginal calculus and heavy stain
Reasons why not to use sickle scaler submarginally?
-causes tissue trauma because of size, thickness, or length of blade
-grooving and scratching of cemental surface because harder to adapt pointed tip
-reduces tactile sensitivity because of the large/heavy blade