ICE (mometrix) Flashcards
What type of products are not intended for the use with latex gloves due to their ability to break down the latex and compromise the effectiveness of the product…
petroleum- based products
Biofilms, which are commonly found in dental unit waterlines are…
natural, harmless type of microbe that are present in dental unit waterlines.
Surface disinfection can be done by an iodophor- type cleaner; which is in the ____ level category.
intermediate level
Following a report of an exposure incident at the dental office, what does the employer need to do for the exposed employee?
the employer should provide the employee with a confidential medical evaluation and follow up by a qualified physician.
All of the following are examples of mechanical instrument cleaning EXCEPT:
a) ultrasonic cleaning
b) the instrument washer cycle
c) glutaraldehyde solution
d) the use of long-handled brushes
c) glutaraldehyde solution
Under the OSHA statutes, ____ must be informed and trained in safe handling of chemicals.
new and contract employees
What is the correct processing protocol for dental handpieces?
wiped off with a disinfectant and gauze and then bagged and placed in a heat sterilization machine.
What is the term used for determining if sterilized instruments are still sterile before reuse?
event-related packaging
A patient has neglected to inform you of the development of a latex allergy. The patient begins to develop an anaphylactic reaction during dental treatment. What should be done?
the patient needs an injection of epinephrine; call for EMS.
Which steps must be completed once a boil-water advisory has been cancelled or lifted?
unless otherwise directed by public officials, flush dental unit water lines for 1-5 minutes prior to use for patient care.
As the dental assistant is preparing for a dental implant placement procedure, which one of the following is required before the procedure can be started?
the implant must be sterilized; in that sterilization cycle, a biological indicator must be used and must verify that all microbes were removed by the cycle.
How should the dental healthcare worker handle a contaminated impression before it is sent out to the dental laboratory?
It should be cleaned to remove any bioburden present, disinfected, rinsed, and packaged.
Each dental practice must have a ___ designated to maintain and keep the written hazard communication standard.
staff member
When storing dental instruments, the dental healthcare worker must avoid what…
placing the sterile packs on shelves under the sink in the sterilization area. (THEY MUST NOT GET WET!!)
What protocol must be followed to aid in the maintenance of the dental unit water lines?
they should be run for 20-30 seconds after each patient.
A new dental assistant is concerned about the number of chemicals and dental products that he is required to work with on a daily basis at the office. He wants to learn how to handle them and work with them in a safe manner. What law is in place to protect the DA from hazardous chemicals and products?
The Employee Right to Know Law
Operatory keyboards are best cleaned by what method?
disinfecting with wipes containing quaternary ammonia.
What is true about the use of ‘single-use’ or disposable devices?
they serve as a good substitute for items that are difficult to clean.
What safety measures should be followed when working with the curing light during procedures?
the dental auxiliary should avoid looking directly at the light emitted from the curing light.
According to the 2003 MMWR and NIOSH, what is the advised protocol for a DA to follow when assisting chairside with lasers in order to avoid the spread of infectious diseases and cross-contamination?
follow standard precautions and use high filtration surgical masks and possibly face shields.
When is it necessary to activate the emergency action plan, written in the Hazard Communication Standard?
in the event of a fire at the dental office.
In order for an infection to occur, 4 conditions must be present. Which of the following does NOT accurately describe one of these conditions?
a) virulence (ability to cause damage)
b) number of microorganisms
c) portal of entry
d) any available host
d) any available host
Which type of herpes virus is normally latent (does NOT cause disease) unless the immune system is damaged?
Cytomegalovirus
A DA has just started a new job at a clinic. What is true regarding her training on the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard at the clinic?
when the DA has a new role or modifications to his/her role, the office must provide training on exposure control related to the modification or new procedure.
