Practical Assessment revision

what is the function of PPE - gloves?

protect from bacterial microorganisms

what is the function of PPE - face mask?

protection from airborne disease through inhalation

what is the function of PPE - closed toe shoes?

protection from needle stick injuries, etc

what is the function of PPE - apron?

protect micro-organisms coming into contact with uniform

what is the function of PPE - visor?

prevent airborne viruses from being injected or inhaled

what is pathogenic bacteria?

bacteria that causes disease

what is non-pathogenic bacteria?

bacteria that can live on a surface without causing disease

what is the definition of an infection?

pathogenic microorganism that can cause disease

what is the definition of cross- infection?

pathogenic microorganism passed on from patient to patient/operator

how to correctly dispose each component on an instrument tray?

throw in each correct bin. sharps, soft bin, amalgam,etc

what is the function of the washer disinfector?

gets rid of visible soil on instruments (blood,saliva,etc) before going into the autoclave

what is the duration of a full cycle of a washer disinfector?

20-40 mins

what temperature should a washer disinfector reach for optimum efficiency and for how long?

134 degrees for 3 mins

what pressure should a washer disinfector be at for optimum efficiency?

2.2 bar pressure

what type of instrument go into a non-vacuum autoclave?

non-hollow

what type of instruments go into a vacuum autoclave?

hollow instruments, e.g. aspirators

what are the HTM01-05 guidelines?

guideline informing dental practices how instruments should be sterilised to reduce cross infection

how does confidentiality relate to patients?

all patient personal information must be protected as they a have a right to privacy (password protected documents)

how does consent relate to patients and what are the two types?

all patients must give permission prior to commencing treatment at every appointment (written and verbal). can withdraw at any time

what action should be taken if a member of the dental team was putting a patients safety at risk? (3)

• raise concerns

• whistleblowing

• following safeguarding procedures (GDC,CQC and safeguarding team)

explain the importance of the complaints procedure?

raises standards, provides risk assessments and values patient opinion