Practice Quizzes - 22-25

Which organization issues and enforces regulations pertaining to employee safety in the workplace?

OSHA

Which government agencies are related to dentistry?

CDC, FDA, EPA, OSHA, and NIOSH

Which agency makes recommendations for infection control procedures practiced in dentistry?

CDC

With regard to infection control, the FDA regulates the manufacturing and labeling of

All of the options.

OSHA’s responsibility is to protect workers in the United States from

All of the options.

Which statement is correct?

Regulations are made by groups or agencies that have the authority to enforce compliance with the regulations.

Which agency is considered dentistry’s resource for infection control and safety?

ADS

The lead federal agency recognized for protecting the health and safety of people at home and abroad is the

CDC

The agency responsible for protecting the health and safety of American workers is the

OSHA

The agency whose mission is to promote the general health of the American people is the

NIDCR

The healthcare worker ultimately responsible for making sure the office is in compliance with OSHA standards is the

dentist.

The American Dental Association is only one government agency that has a direct influence on dentistry.

False

The EPA is associated with dentistry by attempting to ensure the safety and effectiveness of disinfectants.

True

A dental assistant must remain current on infection control practices.

True

OSAP is the premier infection control education organization in dentistry.

True

NIOSH is a regulatory agency in dentistry.

False

Compliance with the Hazard Communication Standard is required by the

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).

The Hazard Communication Standard is designed to protect

employees

Safety data sheets (SDSs) are obtained from the

manufacturer

Information regarding the flammability of a product can be found on

the SDS

It is ____________ that an eyewash unit be installed in workplaces where chemicals are used.

required

Products that are ____________ are considered hazardous.

All of the options.

Which of the following containers requires a chemical label?

All of the options.

Which of the following types of information must be contained on the chemical label?

All of the options

An acute exposure is

a high level of exposure over a short period of time.

The three primary methods of chemical exposure are through

inhalation, absorption, and ingestion.

Staff training on a hazardous communication program requires which of the following?

All of the options.

Mercury can be absorbed through the skin or inhaled vapors.

True

Regardless of the type of chemical label used, it is most important that employees are able to read and understand the labels.

True

A sharps container may be emptied and reused.

False

Storing used scrap amalgam in fixer solution is the method of choice for recycling.

False

In community water, the number of waterborne bacteria is kept below ____ colony-forming units (CFUs) per milliliter.

500

The primary source of microorganisms in dental waterlines is

the public water supply.

Where does biofilm form?

all of the options.

Which method is not used to reduce biofilm in dental unit waterlines?

use of a water heater.

Which factor does not contribute to the formation of biofilm?

abnormal (fast) line pressure

Individuals most at risk from microorganisms in the dental unit waterlines, including those with

All of the options.

Bacteria that are freely floating in water are

planktonic and found in dental waterlines.

The role of the dental assistant in infection control and dental unit waterlines includes

All of the options.

Dental workers have been exposed to Legionella bacteria that is found in water and exposed dental workers through aerosols from the handpiece.

True

Dental unit water should not be used for irrigation in surgical procedures.

True

The dentist and staff should check with the equipment manufacturer to determine the recommended chemical product and maintenance protocol.

True

The use of a rubber dam completely reduces direct contact from dental unit water.

False

Backflow can occur when a patient closes their lips around a saliva ejector and expose the patient to potentially harmful bacteria.

True

Improper chairside positioning can result in

All of the options.

What factor contributes to an increased risk of job-related injury?

All of the options.

Posture affects the ability of the dental assistant to

both options are correct.

To obtain optimal operator positioning, the dental assistant should

keep the thighs parallel to the floor.

The first symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome may be

painful tingling in the hands at night.

The dental assistant can reduce the risk of carpal tunnel syndrome by

All of the options.

Which organization mandates coverage for injuries caused by SDSs?

OSHA

An injury resulting from extreme stretching of muscles or ligaments is a

strain

An injury resulting from a sudden twist or wrenching of a joint with stretching or tearing ligaments is a

sprain

Gloves that specifically fit right and left hands support the thumb, index finger, and middle finger in a natural manner.

True

Ergonomics deals with adaptation of the work environment to the human body.

True

Neutral positioning involves leaning against the dental assistant bar on the chair.

False

Shoulder shrugging has been demonstrated to relax shoulder muscles which may be tense from holding evacuators and instruments.

True