Domain IV - Infection Control Flashcards
What is the primary purpose for infection control procedures?
To prevent the transmission of infectious diseases.
A______is a microorganism capable of causing disease.
Pathogen.
True or false: Protective clothing must be worn to prevent skin and mucous membrane exposure when in contact with blood or any other bodily fluid?
True.
When should gloves be worn?
New gloves should be worn for each patient and gloves should be worn when touching contaminated items
When are masks and safety glasses worn?
Whenever spatter and aerosolized sprays of blood and saliva are likely.
What should always be done before putting on a new pair of gloves?
Proper hand hygiene (washing your hands)
What should be done to critical instruments after each patient?
Sterilization.
What should be done to non-critical instruments or devices after each patient?
Wiped down with a low-level disinfectant.
Before x-ray exposure what should be covered by a barrier or disinfected?
X-ray machine, dental chair, work area, and lead apron.
How are alignment devices handled during exposure?
Transfer beam alignment device from work area to mouth and back to work area, disassemble over a protected work area, never place on uncovered countertop.
After radiography exposure, what should be completed after gloves are removed?
Wash hands and remove lead apron.
___________, disinfection, and aseptic techniques are all infection control procedures used in dental radiography.
Sterilization
After radiography exposure, what should be completed before the removal of gloves?
Dispose of contaminated items (barriers) and place beam alignment devices in an area designated for contaminated instruments.
What are barrier envelopes used for?
To protect film packets from saliva and minimize contamination after film exposure
How are digital sensors protected?
With a barrier sheath.
