Chemistry Hazard Classification Quiz

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Qual es le definition del 'exposition acute'?

  • A gradual increase in exposure to toxic chemicals.
  • Exposure to a hazardous substance over a long period.
  • Immediate exposure to a hazardous substance for a short duration. (correct)
  • Exposure to a benign substance with no harmful effects.

Qual es un exemplo de 'waste contaminato'?

  • Biological waste from healthcare facilities. (correct)
  • Paper records disposed of in a recycling bin.
  • Food waste from a cafeteria.
  • Unused pharmaceuticals in a refrigerator.

Qual es le differentia inter 'rischio fisic' e 'rischio sanitari'?

  • Health hazards can be avoided by using personal protective equipment, while physical hazards cannot.
  • Physical hazards refer to dangers from instruments, while health hazards are related to biological agents. (correct)
  • There is no significant difference; both describe potential dangers in a workplace.
  • Physical hazards are only environmental whereas health hazards are solely biological.

Qual signo indica un 'hypoglycemia'?

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In le context de 'cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)', qual es le sequente passo post-apertura del vias aereas?

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What is the primary purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?

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Which term refers to waste that is capable of causing infection or disease?

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What are Korotkoff sounds used to determine during blood pressure measurements?

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Which condition is characterized by a severe allergic reaction that can lead to respiratory distress?

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Which of the following conditions describes low blood pressure?

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Flashcards

Acute exposure

Short-term contact with a hazard.

Chronic exposure

Long-term contact with a hazard.

Hazardous waste

Waste materials that pose a risk to health or the environment.

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Document containing information about a chemical's hazards and safety procedures.

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Health hazard

A hazard that can cause harm to a person's health.

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Chemical Inventory

A list of all chemicals used or stored in a workplace, including their properties and how they are handled.

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Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)

A set of regulations that require employers to communicate the hazards of chemicals to their employees.

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Infectious Waste

Waste materials that contain harmful microorganisms, such as blood or needles.

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Label Elements

Key information on a product label that describes the hazards and how to handle the product safely.

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Study Notes

Chemical Inventory

  • A list of chemicals present in a workplace or facility.

Acute Exposure

  • Short-term exposure to a harmful substance.

Chronic Exposure

  • Long-term exposure to a harmful substance.

Contaminated Waste

  • Waste that has been exposed to hazardous materials.

Hazard Classification

  • Categorization of hazardous materials based on their potential dangers.

Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)

  • Standard for communicating hazard information about chemicals.

Hazardous Waste

  • Waste that is dangerous to human health or the environment.

Health Hazard

  • Potential for injury or adverse health effects.

Infectious Waste

  • Waste that could transmit disease.

Label Elements

  • Required information on a hazardous chemical container.

Physical Hazard

  • Potential for property damage or injury from physical characteristics.

Regulated Waste

  • Waste that is subject to specific government regulations.

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

  • Document containing information on a hazardous material's properties and safety handling procedures.

Toxic Chemicals

  • Chemicals that can cause severe health problems.

Toxic Waste

  • Waste containing toxic chemicals.

Antiretraction Device

  • A device to prevent a dental device from being pulled back.

Biofilm

  • A microbial community on a surface.

Dental Unit Waterline (DUWL)

  • Water system in a dental unit.

Immunocompromised

  • Individuals with weakened immune systems.

Legionella

  • A bacteria that can cause a serious lung infection.

Self-Contained Water Reservoir

  • A water reservoir separate from the main water system.

Arrhythmia

  • Irregular heartbeat.

Blood Pressure (BP)

  • Force of blood against artery walls.

Carotid

  • Major artery in the neck.

Diastolic

  • Pressure in arteries during relaxation of the heart.

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

  • Recording of the electrical activity of the heart.

Korotkoff Sounds

  • Sounds heard during blood pressure measurement.

Oximetry

  • Measurement of oxygen saturation in the blood.

Palpate

  • Examine by feeling with the hands.

Pulse

  • Rhythmic expansion of an artery.

Respiration

  • Breathing.

Sphygmomanometer

  • Instrument for measuring blood pressure.

Stethoscope

  • Instrument for listening to internal body sounds.

Systolic

  • Pressure in arteries during contraction of the heart.

Thermometer

  • Instrument for measuring temperature.

Acute

  • Sudden or rapid onset.

Allergy

  • Abnormal immune system response to a substance.

Anaphylaxis

  • Severe allergic reaction.

Angina

  • Chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart.

Antibodies

  • Proteins produced by the immune system to fight infections.

Antigen

  • Substance that triggers an immune response.

Aspiration

  • Inhalation of foreign material into the lungs.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

  • Emergency life-saving procedure.

Erythema

  • Skin redness.

Hyperglycemia

  • High blood sugar levels.

Hypersensitivity

  • Excessive immune response.

Hyperventilation

  • Rapid and deep breathing.

Hypoglycemia

  • Low blood sugar levels.

Hypotension

  • Low blood pressure.

Syncope

  • Loss of consciousness.

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