Infection Control in Dental Radiology

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Which type of instruments are used to penetrate soft tissue or bone?

  • Disposable instruments
  • Semi critical instruments
  • Critical instruments (correct)
  • Noncritical instruments

What is the purpose of infection control in dental radiology?

  • To prevent the transmission of infectious diseases (correct)
  • To reduce equipment costs
  • To ensure patient comfort
  • To minimize radiation exposure

Which type of instruments do not come in contact with mucous membranes?

  • Critical instruments
  • Semi critical instruments
  • Disposable instruments
  • Noncritical instruments (correct)

What is the role for single-use disposable items in dentistry?

<p>They are designed for single use on a patient (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in infection control?

<p>To prevent the spread of infectious diseases (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for infection control in panoramic radiography?

<p>Lead apron and film loaded on cassette (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of commonly used single-use disposable items in dentistry?

<p>Syringes and needles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between critical and noncritical instruments in terms of their contact with patients?

<p>Critical instruments penetrate soft tissue or bone, noncritical instruments do not come in contact with mucous membranes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why disposable items are not intended to be cleaned and sterilized for reuse?

<p>They are usually not heat-tolerant (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a single-use disposable item?

<p>Dental dams (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of surface barriers are used to protect equipment and other environmental surfaces in dental treatment areas?

<p>Plastic wrap (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should gloves and masks be managed in between patients?

<p>Discarded and replaced (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with single-use devices after they have been used on a patient?

<p>Discarded appropriately (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technique should be followed when using single- or multiple-dose medication vials and IV fluids?

<p>Aseptic technique (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of vials should be used for parenteral medications when possible?

<p>Single-dose vials (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should IV fluid bags and equipment be managed after use on a patient?

<p>Disposed of appropriately (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be used to enter single- or multiple-dose medication vials?

<p>Sterile devices (i.e., needle, syringe) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What guidelines should be followed in terms of storage, use, and expiration of medication vials?

<p>Manufacturer and/or local policies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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