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NC STERILIZATION /INFECTION CONTROL EXAM ||
MOST RECENT EXAM ACTUAL COMPLETE REAL
VERIFIED EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) ALREADY GRADED
A+ | GUARANTEED SUCCES!! BRAND NEW EXAM!!!
What is the proper way to proceed when a patient cannot
tolerate the rubber dam placement due to anxiety issues
during endodontic therapy? - Answer-Treatment can not
be completed without the use of a rubber dam
What is one significant difference between contact and
irritant dermatitis? - Answer-Contact dermatitis is caused
by an immunologic response to latex use in the office
The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard requires all
of the following EXCEPT: - Answer-Provides
recommendations for what chemicals to be used in certain
situations
Which type of sterilizer involves the use of a toxic gas? -
Answer-Ethylene oxide
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Kaposi's sarcoma is a cancer that causes which of the
following? - Answer-Red or purple patches of abnormal
skin in the mouth or throat, which contain cancer and
blood cells
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) should
be worn while assisting with a procedure that requires the
use of a high-speed handpiece? - Answer-Long sleeved
gown, gloves, surgical mask, or face shield
When is biologic monitoring especially important and
necessary? - Answer-For any cycle with implantable
instruments.
_________________ is the leading cause of death from
infectious disease worldwide. - Answer-Tuberculosis
What are the symptoms of nitrous oxide exposure? -
Answer-Difficulty breathing, headache, drowsiness
Which of the following are found on the hands, are
permanent residents of the skin, and can't be removed
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with any type of hand washing or scrubbing regimen? -
Answer-Resident skin flora
When is the optimal time to receive a titer test to
determine the presence of antibodies due to receiving the
hepatitis B vaccine? - Answer-1-2 months after the final
dose
When a disinfectant claims to have a tuberculocidal time
of 3 minutes, what does this mean? - Answer-The
disinfectant can remove all of the tuberculosis bacterium
and any weaker forms in 3 minutes.
Which of the following is correct regarding the use of
masks in the dental office? - Answer-The dental healthcare
worker should change his mask with every patient.
Why is hand washing necessary after gloves have been
removed? - Answer-No gloves are completely
impermeable and can have micro-tears.
How should a noncritical item that is contaminated with
blood be handled? - Answer-The item should be cleaned
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and disinfected with an intermediate-level disinfectant prior
to its next use.
The fire extinguishers in a dental practice are in
compliance if maintained by what method? - Answer-They
are checked and professionally serviced annually.
Which of the following provides the best description
regarding what the OSHA exposure determination is? -
Answer-An employer's requirement of identifying workers
with the potential of occupational exposure to blood.
Which of the following would be the LEAST acceptable
quality of an exit route in a dental office? - Answer-The
quickest route out of the office
At what temperature does a dry heat sterilizer work best,
and for how long is its typical cycle? - Answer-320° F, 60-
120 minutes.
Why is a mask put on before donning of gloves? - Answer-
Gloves may come in contact with hair and facial skin if
they are put on first.
NC STERILIZATION /INFECTION CONTROL EXAM ||
MOST RECENT EXAM ACTUAL COMPLETE REAL
VERIFIED EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) ALREADY GRADED
A+ | GUARANTEED SUCCES!! BRAND NEW EXAM!!!
What is the proper way to proceed when a patient cannot
tolerate the rubber dam placement due to anxiety issues
during endodontic therapy? - Answer-Treatment can not
be completed without the use of a rubber dam
What is one significant difference between contact and
irritant dermatitis? - Answer-Contact dermatitis is caused
by an immunologic response to latex use in the office
The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard requires all
of the following EXCEPT: - Answer-Provides
recommendations for what chemicals to be used in certain
situations
Which type of sterilizer involves the use of a toxic gas? -
Answer-Ethylene oxide
,2|Page
Kaposi's sarcoma is a cancer that causes which of the
following? - Answer-Red or purple patches of abnormal
skin in the mouth or throat, which contain cancer and
blood cells
What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) should
be worn while assisting with a procedure that requires the
use of a high-speed handpiece? - Answer-Long sleeved
gown, gloves, surgical mask, or face shield
When is biologic monitoring especially important and
necessary? - Answer-For any cycle with implantable
instruments.
_________________ is the leading cause of death from
infectious disease worldwide. - Answer-Tuberculosis
What are the symptoms of nitrous oxide exposure? -
Answer-Difficulty breathing, headache, drowsiness
Which of the following are found on the hands, are
permanent residents of the skin, and can't be removed
,3|Page
with any type of hand washing or scrubbing regimen? -
Answer-Resident skin flora
When is the optimal time to receive a titer test to
determine the presence of antibodies due to receiving the
hepatitis B vaccine? - Answer-1-2 months after the final
dose
When a disinfectant claims to have a tuberculocidal time
of 3 minutes, what does this mean? - Answer-The
disinfectant can remove all of the tuberculosis bacterium
and any weaker forms in 3 minutes.
Which of the following is correct regarding the use of
masks in the dental office? - Answer-The dental healthcare
worker should change his mask with every patient.
Why is hand washing necessary after gloves have been
removed? - Answer-No gloves are completely
impermeable and can have micro-tears.
How should a noncritical item that is contaminated with
blood be handled? - Answer-The item should be cleaned
, 4|Page
and disinfected with an intermediate-level disinfectant prior
to its next use.
The fire extinguishers in a dental practice are in
compliance if maintained by what method? - Answer-They
are checked and professionally serviced annually.
Which of the following provides the best description
regarding what the OSHA exposure determination is? -
Answer-An employer's requirement of identifying workers
with the potential of occupational exposure to blood.
Which of the following would be the LEAST acceptable
quality of an exit route in a dental office? - Answer-The
quickest route out of the office
At what temperature does a dry heat sterilizer work best,
and for how long is its typical cycle? - Answer-320° F, 60-
120 minutes.
Why is a mask put on before donning of gloves? - Answer-
Gloves may come in contact with hair and facial skin if
they are put on first.
