DHYG Exam ll Questions and Verified Answers

DHYG Exam ll Questions and Verified Answers
Who created the profession of dental hygiene?

Alfred C. Fones

Who was the first dental hygienist?

Irene Newman

What does HIPAA stand for?

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

What are the 3 main patient rights defined by HIPAA?

-Patients have control over who can access their information
- A patient may amend info. about their medical or billing record if perceived as incorrect
- A provider cannot deny a copy of records because of unpaid service

Define PHI

Patient Health Information

What are standard precautions?

The practice of infection control by use of hand hygiene, barrier protection PPE, safe needle
practices, respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette.

What is a possible consequence for not following standard precautions?

At risk for civil and criminal violations

Define OSHA

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

What is OSHA's mission?

to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses and deaths

, First step in PPE placement?

Lab coat

Second step in PPE placement?

Wash hands

Third step in PPE placement?

Mask

Fourth step step in PPE placement?

Goggles or side shields

Fifth step in PPE placement?

Face shield

Sixth step in PPE placement?

Wash hands

Seventh step in PPE placement?

Treatment gloves

Eighth step in PPE placement?

Clear over gloves

First step in removing PPE?

Remove clear over gloves

Second step in removing PPE?

Remove treatment gloves

Third step in removing PPE?

Wash hands