Ch20

Why must surfaces in dental treatment rooms be disinfected or protected with barriers?

to prevent patient-to-patient transmission of microorganisms
What is used to prevent surface contamination?

disinfection and barriers
What is the purpose of surface barriers?

to prevent cross-contamination
What should you do if a barrier becomes torn?
- -Replace it
- -Clean & disinfect the surface under the barrier
Which regulatory agency requires the use of surface disinfection?

OSHA
Why must surfaces be precleaned?

To remove bioburden
What would most commonly have a barrier placed instead of being disinfected?

light switch
Where are antiseptic used?

on skin
Which agency regulates disinfectants?

EPA
What is the name of the disinfectant that can leave a reddish or yellowish stain?

iodophors
What is the disadvantage of synthetic phenols?

They can leave a residual film on surface
What is the common term for sodium hypochlorite?

bleach
Which disinfectant is not effective if blood or saliva is present?

alcohol
What is a common use of chlorine dioxide?
- -surface disinfectant
- -sterilant
Which is a way to practice greener infection control?
- -Conserve water & energy
- -Use products w/ recyclable packaging
- -Use digital radiography

Author

karlap

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Card Set

Ch20

Description

Ch20 multiple choice

Updated

2011-09-15T00:54:01Z

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