Infection Control Sequences Flashcards
What is the sequence for infection control procedures?
Follow a sequence for infection control procedures before, during, and after every examination.
What protocols should be used for infection control?
Use recommended protocols to protect against contamination and infection.
What precautions must be implemented with each patient?
Standard, or Universal Precautions for infection control practices must be implemented with each patient regardless of health history.
What equipment should be covered or disinfected in the treatment area?
Cover or disinfect the dental chair, work area, and lead apron.
What equipment should be covered in the treatment area?
Cover the X-ray machine, control panel, exposure button, and PID.
What supplies should be prepared before exposure?
Prepare image receptors, film holding devices, cotton rolls, paper towels, and disposable containers.
When should disposable gloves be put on?
Put on disposable gloves before handling any item that will be placed in the patient’s mouth.
What should the operator do before exposure?
The operator should wash hands and put on gloves before handling any equipment that will be placed in the patient’s mouth.
How should the patient be prepared before exposure?
Adjust the chair and headrest, place the lead apron and thyroid collar, and remove personal objects that may obstruct exposures.
What PPE should be used during exposure?
Use PPE when placing and removing filmholders or image receptors.
What should be done with filmholders or image receptors during exposure?
Wear gloves and a mask while removing filmholders or image receptors from the patient’s mouth.
How should filmholders or image receptors be stored during exposure?
Place filmholders or image receptors in a clean, disposable cup or barrier covered tray (if applicable).
What is the proper handling for exposed image receptors?
Dry exposed image receptors with paper towels and place dried image receptors in a disposable container (if applicable).
How should filmholders be handled?
Filmholders for all image receptor types should only touch the patient’s mouth and the work area.
What should not be done with filmholders?
Do not place filmholders on uncovered countertops.
What should be done before glove removal after exposure?
Dispose of all contaminated items, place filmholders in designated area for sterilization or disposal, remove all equipment barriers, and remove lead apron, disinfect, remove gloves.
What should be done after glove removal?
Wash hands and re-glove for exposure of films or sensors, and disinfect the x-ray unit and control panel.
