C. Any of the following, if known or reasonably likely to contain or be infected with HIV, HBV, or HCV: 1. Cell, tissue, or organ cultures from humans or experimental animals; 2. Blood, organs, or other tissues from experimental animals; or 3. Culture medium or other solutions. 13. “Dental Healthcare Personnel” (DHCP) are all paid and non-paid personnel in the dental health-care setting who might be occupationally exposed to infectious materials, including body substances and contaminated supplies, equipment, environmental surfaces, water, or air. DHCP includes dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, dental laboratory technicians (in-office and commercial), students and trainees, contractual personnel, and other persons not directly involved in patient care but potentially exposed to infectious agents (e.g., administrative, clerical, housekeeping, maintenance, or volunteer personnel).
8. “Germicide” is a chemical agent that can be used to disinfect items and surfaces based on the level of contamination. 9. Sterilization” is a validated process used to render a product free of all forms of viable microorganisms. 10. “Cleaning” is the removal of visible soil (e.g., organic and inorganic material) debris and OPIM from objects and surfaces and shall be accomplished manually or mechanically using water with detergents or enzymatic products. 11. “Personal Protective Equipment” (PPE) is specialized clothing or equipment worn or used for protection against a hazard. PPE items may include, but are not limited to, gloves, masks, respiratory devices, protective eyewear, and protective attire which are intended to prevent exposure to blood, body fluids, and OPIM, and chemicals used for infection control. General work attire, such as uniforms, scrubs, pants, and shirts, is not considered to be PPE. 12. “Other Potentially Infectious Materials” (OPIM) means any one of the following: A. Human body fluids such as saliva in dental procedures and any bodily fluid that is visibly contaminated with blood, and all bodily fluids in situations where it is difficult or impossible to differentiate between body fluids. B. Any unfixed tissue or organ (other than intact skin) from a human (living or dead).
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INFECTION CONTROL STANDARDS FOR CALIFORNIA DENTAL HEALTH CARE WORKERS, 6TH EDITION Final Examination Questions Select the best answer for each question and mark your answers on the Final Examination Answer Sheet found on page 164, or complete your test online at EliteLearning.com/Book 1. According to the California Code of Regulations,
4. The primary goal of an infection control program is to: a. Comply with governmental regulations. b. Completely eliminate the transmission of infections. c. Minimize the transmission of pathogens in the healthcare setting. d. Minimize the potential for litigation arising from improper infection control practices. 5. At a minimum, infection control policies in the dental office must be updated: c. Annually. d. Monthly. 6. A copy of which regulation must be posted conspicuously in each dental office? a. The California Minimum Standards for Infection Control, Section 1005. b. Infection Control Recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. c. The California Environmental Protection Agency, Section 2140. d. The ADA Code of Ethics and Statement on Infection Control. 7. The California Minimum Standards for Infection Control, Section 1005, stipulate that in order to protect their skin and clothing from blood and other potentially infectious material (OPIM), healthcare workers should: a. Wear masks only when using a dental handpiece. a. Every 3 years. b. Every 2 years. b. Wear disposable or reusable protective attire. c. Wear the designated uniforms of the office. d. Wear standard scrubs as part of their personal protective equipment.
dental healthcare personnel (DHCP) include: a. All paid personnel who might be exposed to infectious materials. b. All paid and unpaid personnel who might be exposed to infectious materials. c. Only people directly involved in patient care. d. Only dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants.
2. The agency that enforces infection control requirements through the Bloodborne Pathogens Rule from Title 8, Section 5192 of the California Code of Regulations is: a. California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal/ EPA). b. California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA). c. California Division of the Federal Drug Administration (CalFDA). d. Dental Board of California. 3. The agency responsible for the collection, storage, transport, and disposal of contaminated solid waste is the: a. California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal/ EPA). b. California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA). c. California Division of the Federal Drug Administration (CalFDA). d. California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
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