CH 22 & 23

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The protocol recommended by manufacturers of eyewash units to reduce microbial content in the waterline is a _____-minute flushing __________.

3; weekly

The nonregulatory agency that issues recommendations based on strong scientific evidence that form the standard of care for dentistry is the

CDC

Infection-control procedures practiced in dentistry today are based on the Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Healthcare Settings—2003 issued by the

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The federal agency that protects the public's health and safety, at home and abroad, is the

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The governmental regulatory agency that ensures the safety and effectiveness of disinfectants associated with dentistry is the

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

The agency that approves medical and dental devices for marketing in the United States is the

FDA

Which of the following is a form of toxicity that can be caused by chronic benzene exposure?

Leukemia

According to OSHA, how often do eyewash stations need to be inspected to ensure proper function?

Monthly

The primary federal agency that is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and that conducts and supports medical research and is the

NIH

Which of the following is true of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)?

NIOSH makes recommendations for the prevention of work-related disease and injury.

The only federal institute responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related disease and injury is the

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

Which of the following is the dental research institute of the National Institutes of Health (NIH)?

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)

The premier infection-control education organization in dentistry is the

OSAP

The federal regulatory agency responsible for ensuring the safety and health of America's workers and for setting and enforcing protective standards is the

OSHA

Which of the following is the classification for waste that is infectious and requires special handling, neutralization, and disposal?

Regulated waste

The section of a SDS that describes proper methods of containment and cleanup is

Section 6—Accidental release measures.

The section of the SDS listing precautions for storage incompatibilities is

Section 7—Handling and storage.

Which of the following is true regarding Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulation of individual states?

States that administer their own OSHA program must meet or exceed federal OSHA standards.

Which of the following is true of Safety Data Sheets (SDS)?

The SDS should be organized in binders so that employees can locate a particular SDS.

What is the purpose of the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)?

Uniformity in classifying and labeling of a chemical regardless of where it is manufactured or used.

Scrap dental amalgam should be collected and stored in

a designated, dry, airtight container.

A chemical that can cause a physical or health hazard is

a hazardous chemical.

All of the following are included in the Hazard Communication Program except

a supply list.

A victim who immediately feels the effects of a chemical spill, with symptoms of dizziness, headache, nausea, and vomiting, is experiencing

acute chemical toxicity.

The symptom(s) of acute toxicity is (are)

all answers; headache, dizziness, and unconsciousness

Topics in a chemical training program for employees must include

all answers; required PPE. the use of hazardous chemicals. the safe handling and disposal methods of chemicals

When a chemical is transferred to a different container, the new container must be labeled with

any label, providing the labeling system is easy to use and all employees are properly trained to understand and read the label.

All waste containers that hold potentially infectious materials must

be labeled with the biohazard symbol.

A dental assistant must be able to understand the roles of A. government agencies. B. professional organizations.

both A and B

The OSHA standards related to dentistry includes A. the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. B. the Hazard Communication Standard. C. the Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Healthcare Settings.

both A and B

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires good manufacturing practices, reviews the safety and effectiveness of drugs and medical devices, and A. approves sterilizers, biologic and chemical indicators, and ultrasonic cleaners. B. protects the health and safety of people at home and abroad. C. regulates antimicrobial handwashing products and mouth rinses.

both A and C

Used radiographic fixer

can be managed on site with the installation of a silver recovery system.

All of the following are true about handling extracted teeth except extracted teeth

containing amalgam restorations should be heat sterilized to prevent the release of mercury vapors.

All of the following information is required on a SDS except

cost of product.

The product that does not need to be listed on the chemical inventory is

dental film.

The written program portion of the Hazard Communication Program

describes how to respond to chemical emergencies.

All of the following are functions of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) except

development of biologic and chemical indicators.

Products that have outlived their expiration date should be

disposed of immediately.

Lead foil from the radiographic film should be A. disposed of in the regular trash. B. recycled as scrap metal. C. recycled through Eastman Kodak

either B or C

The written program of the Hazard Communication Program must include all of the following information except

employee phone numbers.

OSHA is responsible for ensuring the safety of

employees

If a small mercury spill occurs in the dental office, the assistant should

get the mercury spill kit, a mask, and utility gloves.

All of the following chemicals are considered toxic except

gold, titanium, stainless steel.

An example of regulated waste that requires special disposal is

human tissue

All of the following are considered hazardous waste except

human tissue.

The Hazard Communication Standard requires employers to inform their employees about the ____________ of chemicals that they use in the workplace.

identity and hazards

Wastes are classified as hazardous if they are

ignitable

Failure to wash hands that are contaminated with chemicals before eating a sandwich is an example of

ingestion.

In addition to chemical exposure directly damaging the lungs, the organs that can also be affected are

kidneys, brain, and liver.

OSHA requires a sharps container to be all of the following except

labeled with the dental practice name.

Chronic chemical toxicity results from generally ______ levels of the chemical over a much _______ time period than acute chemical toxicity.

lower; longer

Eyewash units

must be installed in every workplace where chemicals are used, according to OSHA regulations.

For continuing employees, Hazard Communication Program training is required

once a year

In the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) labeling system the color yellow indicates

reactivity.

All of the following areas in a dental environment require good ventilation except the

reception area.

Issuing and enforcing rules and regulations with which dental practitioners must comply are the roles of a(n) ___________ agency.

regulatory

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for

reviewing the manufacturers' antimicrobial claims to ensure that they are supported by scientific evidence.

All of the following are considered a regulated waste except

saliva-soaked gauze.

Radiographic fixer is considered a hazardous waste because it has a high

silver content.

Dermatitis can occur following chemical exposure by

skin contact

The government agency responsible for enforcing rules regarding the disposal of regulated waste is

the EPA

Latex gloves worn during patient care do not provide adequate protection when handling chemicals because

the latex in the gloves degrades when exposed to chemical disinfectants.

When using chemicals, dental assistants must wear

utility gloves, mask, and eye protection.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspections occur

when an employee or patient complaint is made.


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