Chapter 24 recall questions (BIRD)
no
are waterborne diseases limited to dentistry?
no
has a widespread public health problem regarding contaminated dental water been reported?
it depends on usage and manufacturers recommendations
how often should microfilters be changed
no
if sterile water is used in self contained resivor, will water that enters patients mouth be sterile
yes, but it could cause bacteria to from more easily and rapidly
is it appropriate to heat the water in dental units?
if you use shock and other chemicals weekly it can eliminate it
is it possible to eliminate biofilm completely
no
is the presence of bacteria in DUWL a recent finding
legionella
what bacteria causes the disease legionellosis
commercial testing service, in office kit
what methods are there to test the quality of dental unit water
carefully check chemical, some can damage equipment
what precautions should you take when selecting a chemical for a dental unit
sterile
what type of water must be used as an irrigant for surgery involving bone?
when using a high speed hand piece, ultrasonic scaler and air water syringe
when should the high volume evacuator be used to minimize aerosol?
virtually all places where moisture and suitable surfaces exist, especially the inside of dental tubing
where is biofilm found
no
will flushing DUWLs remove biofilm?
not totally but a lot
will use of rubber dental dam totally eliminate exposure to microorganisms?
