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DENTAL HYGIENE FLORIDA LAWS AND RULES EXAM
WITH ANSWERS|LATEST VERSION 2025\2026
How long should heat sensitive instruments soak (how long are instruments left in
cold sterile)? - CORRECT-ANSWER-At least 10 hours
Before sterilization - CORRECT-ANSWER-Instruments must be cleaned to remove
debris.
Ex: scrubbing with soap or a detergent and water, ultrasonic cleaner
At least one of the following procedures must be used in order to provide proper
sterilization: - CORRECT-ANSWER--Steam under pressure (autoclave)
-Dry-heat
-Chemical Vapor
-Ethylene oxide
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-Disinfectant/sterilant EPA or FDA approved
**Note: Ethylene glycol is NOT a form of sterilization
Sterilization by disinfectant- - CORRECT-ANSWER-If none of the other sterilization
techniques can be used
-Registered by the EPA
-CDC only recommends usage
**Note: Isopropyl alcohol is NOT a form of disinfectant
How should impressions be treated that are sent to the lab? - CORRECT-ANSWER-
Labeled: treat as infectious material and sealed in an impervious container.
Extracted teeth - CORRECT-ANSWER--May be rendered non-biohazardous by
disinfection
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-Need to be scrubbed and sterilized if using for scientific, educational or testing
purposes
-Should be cleaned of adherent patient material by scrubbing or an ultrasonic
cleaner
When handling soiled which is NOT appropriate
a. carry instruments in a closed container
b. use regular examination gloves
c. wear mask and eye wear
d. use ultrasonic cleaner (if available) - CORRECT-ANSWER-use regular
examination gloves
Who would be the enforcement of making guidelines and rules for contaminants
pertaining to blood, saliva, and other bodily fluids?
a. dept of health (DOH)
b. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
c. centers for disease control (CDC)
d. board of dentistry (BOD) - CORRECT-ANSWER-CDC
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Which PPE is NOT required
a. gloves
b. mask
c. eye protection
d. All the above are required - CORRECT-ANSWER-Eye protection
**Note: eye protection is recommended, but not mandatory
Grounds for disciplinary action - CORRECT-ANSWER--Failure to report other
healthcare specialists known to have violated the law
-Failing to report in writing within 30 days any actions against ones license
elsewhere
-MINOR VIOLATION- failure to notify within 10 days of change of address
Can a dentist/hygienist accept fees during a suspension period? - CORRECT-
ANSWER--NO, when a license is suspended you may not accept fees from anyone.
DENTAL HYGIENE FLORIDA LAWS AND RULES EXAM
WITH ANSWERS|LATEST VERSION 2025\2026
How long should heat sensitive instruments soak (how long are instruments left in
cold sterile)? - CORRECT-ANSWER-At least 10 hours
Before sterilization - CORRECT-ANSWER-Instruments must be cleaned to remove
debris.
Ex: scrubbing with soap or a detergent and water, ultrasonic cleaner
At least one of the following procedures must be used in order to provide proper
sterilization: - CORRECT-ANSWER--Steam under pressure (autoclave)
-Dry-heat
-Chemical Vapor
-Ethylene oxide
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-Disinfectant/sterilant EPA or FDA approved
**Note: Ethylene glycol is NOT a form of sterilization
Sterilization by disinfectant- - CORRECT-ANSWER-If none of the other sterilization
techniques can be used
-Registered by the EPA
-CDC only recommends usage
**Note: Isopropyl alcohol is NOT a form of disinfectant
How should impressions be treated that are sent to the lab? - CORRECT-ANSWER-
Labeled: treat as infectious material and sealed in an impervious container.
Extracted teeth - CORRECT-ANSWER--May be rendered non-biohazardous by
disinfection
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-Need to be scrubbed and sterilized if using for scientific, educational or testing
purposes
-Should be cleaned of adherent patient material by scrubbing or an ultrasonic
cleaner
When handling soiled which is NOT appropriate
a. carry instruments in a closed container
b. use regular examination gloves
c. wear mask and eye wear
d. use ultrasonic cleaner (if available) - CORRECT-ANSWER-use regular
examination gloves
Who would be the enforcement of making guidelines and rules for contaminants
pertaining to blood, saliva, and other bodily fluids?
a. dept of health (DOH)
b. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
c. centers for disease control (CDC)
d. board of dentistry (BOD) - CORRECT-ANSWER-CDC
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Which PPE is NOT required
a. gloves
b. mask
c. eye protection
d. All the above are required - CORRECT-ANSWER-Eye protection
**Note: eye protection is recommended, but not mandatory
Grounds for disciplinary action - CORRECT-ANSWER--Failure to report other
healthcare specialists known to have violated the law
-Failing to report in writing within 30 days any actions against ones license
elsewhere
-MINOR VIOLATION- failure to notify within 10 days of change of address
Can a dentist/hygienist accept fees during a suspension period? - CORRECT-
ANSWER--NO, when a license is suspended you may not accept fees from anyone.
