Chairside Final Flashcards
What does the commission on dental accreditation do
Evaluation and accreditation of dental educational programs in the US set standards for educational programs in DA, DH, dental lab tech
Why is the CDA important to students and the public
Provides insurance that the program continues to meet the high standards set forth by the dental profession
Who was the first dentist to use a dental assistant
C. Edmond Kells
Who founded dental hygiene education in America
Dr. Alfred C. Fones
Who was the first woman in the US to graduate from the dental school
Dr. faith sai so Leong
Who was the first African-American female dentist in the US
Ida gray rollins
Where is the Dr. Samuel de Harris national Museum of dentistry located
On the grounds of the Baltimore College of dental surgery in Baltimore Maryland
Who was the first African-American to graduate from the dental school of Harvard University
Robert Tanner Freeman
Professionalism
And attitude that is a parent and everything you do and say, in and out of the dental office. It is important because when you demonstrate it, you receive respect and acknowledgment from your colleagues and patients as a valued member of the dental healthcare team
How can a dental assistant demonstrate professionalism
By their appearance, knowledge, attitude, teamwork, and skills
Name the three essential aspects of a professional appearance
Good health, grooming, and appropriate dress
How can you demonstrate that you are a responsible person
Arriving on time, staying for the full shift, being a cooperative team member, not asking to leave early
A.D.A.A.
American dental assistance association: represent the profession of dental assisting on a national level
CDA
Certified dental assistant: nationally recognized credential of the DA who passed the D ANB certified exam/keeps current through continued education
DANB
Dental assistance national board: national agency responsible for administrating the certification exam and issuing the credential of certifying DA
What are the three primary methods of chemical exposure
Inhalation, skin contact, Ingestion
What is the difference between acute and chronic chemical toxicity
Acute results from high-level of exposure over shorter period Chronic equals many repeated exposures over a longer time
What is the best way to protect your hands from chemicals
Utility gloves
What types of personal protection should be worn when handling toxic chemicals
Hand protection, I protection, gown and apron, mask
How is the chemical considered hazardous
If it can egnite, react or explode when mixed with other substances, corrosive, toxic
Eyewash units
Required at every workplace where chemicals are used inspected monthly, weekly three minute flashing, irrigates eyes with soft wide flow of water, wall/sink mounted
Describe the necessary precautions when working with mercury
Well ventilated space, avoid skin contact/inhalation, store away from heat in tight sealed container, use pre-Lord loaded capsules, close cover before starting amalgamator, reassemble capsule after dispensing, contaminated disposables into poly ethylene bags in seal
What are the OSHA requirements regarding an eyewash unit
Installed in every workplace where chemicals are used
Describe guidelines for minimizing exposure to chemical hazards in the dental office
Keep minimum amount of hazardous chemicals in the office, read labels/use as directed, store according to manufactures directions, keep containers tightly covered, avoid mixing, wear PPE, wash hands after removing gloves, avoid skin contact, maintain good ventilation, no eating/drinking/smoking where chemicals used, keep away from flames, have fire extinguisher, no cleanup procedures, keep neutralizing agents around, dispose correctly
What could be the effects of exposure to radiographic processing solutions kept in a poorly ventilated area
Respiratory problems
In general how should chemicals be stored
In a cool dry dark place
In general how are chemicals determined to be hazardous
Ignitable, corrosive, reactive, toxic, listed by the EPA
How could an empty container be considered to be hazardous
Holds residues that can burn or explode
What does a written program consist of
Identify by name, all employees in office exposed to hazardous chemicals/identify individual responsible for the program and staff training, how chemicals handled/info on labeling and safety measures, how to respond to chemical emergencies
What is the purpose of OSHA
Requires employers to inform employees about identity and hazards of all chemicals they are exposed to
Why was the OSHA hazard communication standard revised
Adopted the globally harmonized system of classification and labeling of chemicals ends confusion and elminates need for different labels improves quality/consistency of info available to employees using chemicals
