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?