chapter 22 - recall questions

Question 1

what is the main difference between a recommendation and a regulation

Answer 1

a recommendation is not enforceable, whereas a regulation is enforceable

Question 2

what is osap

Answer 2

Organization for safety, asepsis and precention
- a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting infection control and science-based health and safety practices

Question 3

what is CDC and the primary role in dentistry

Answer 3

centers for disease control
- role is to make recommendations for infection control

Question 4

FDA and the primary role in dentistry

Answer 4

food and drug administration
- role is to regulate dental devices

Question 5

epa and primary role in dentistry

Answer 5

environmental protection agency
- role is to regulate and register disinfectants

Question 6

OSHA and primary role in dentistry

Answer 6

occupational safety and health administration
- role is to ensure a safe work environment

Question 7

NIH and primary role

Answer 7

national institute of health
- conducts and supports medical research

Question 8

NIDCR and primary role

Answer 8

national institute of dental and craniofacial research
- role is to promote the general health of the american people by improving their oral, dental, and craniofacial health

Question 9

PHAC and responsibility

Answer 9

public health agency of canada
- responsible for promoting health
- prevention and control of chronic diseases and injuries and infectious diseases
- prepare for and respond to public health emergencies