DTHY 370: Chapter 10, 11, and 16 multiple choice

All of the following government agencies are integral to setting guidelines and regulations for infection control and clinical settings except

ADA

The infection control model is designed to

Protect both the healthcare provider and the patient

Chemical indicators signify effectiveness of sterilization. biological indicators ensure the highest level of sterility.

The first statement is false and the second is true

The CDC developed guidelines and recommendations for practice and healthcare settings. the CDC is a regulatory agency that enforces the guidelines and recommendations.

The first statement is true and the second statement is false

A biological indicator provides information on whether necessary conditions were met to kill specified number of microorganisms for a given sterilization process. Bacterial spores are the microorganisms primarily used in biological indicators and are considered the most resistant to kill

Both statements are true

Which of the following is the mission of the FDA?

To monitor products for continued safety after they are in use

Organization for safety asepsis and prevention (OSAP) provides credible resources and tools for infection prevention and control and dentistry. American National Standards Institute (ANSI) provide standards for productive clothing and eyewear

Both statements are true

CDC recommends all of the following immunizations for healthcare workers except

Hepatitis A

Which of the following is considered a critical instrument

Columbia 13/14 curet

When should post exposure prophylaxis treatment of potential HIV exposure begin

1-2 hours post exposure

Which of the following is considered a semi critical instrument

Impression tray

Which method of sterilization monitoring ensures proper sterilization of dental instruments

Biological

Which of the following is the purpose of standard precautions

Infection control practices that follow the same protocols for all patients