Dental Assisting and Hygiene Regulations in North Carolina, Exams of Dentistry

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No (False) Correct Answer-Does the NC Board of Dentistry have the power to grant licensure by reciprocity? 8 total members, 6 dentists, 1 hygienist, 1 civilian Correct Answer-Total number of Board members? How many Dentists, RDH's, Citizen members? Hygienist cannot vote for dental licensing matters, consumer cannot vote for dental or dental hygiene licensing matters Correct Answer-Restrictions placed on the dentist, dental hygienist, and consumer members: member is selected and appointed by the governor and must be an NC state resident and not hold a license in dentistry or hygiene Correct Answer-What is the selection criteria for the consumer member? How is this member chosen? Must hold a current nc license and reside in or practice in NC Correct Answer- What are the qualifications for the dental hygienist board member? No less than 10 signatures Correct Answer-How many signatures are needed on the petition to nominate a RDH to the board Every hygienist holding a current license in NC and residing in or practicing in NC Correct Answer-Who can vote in the general election to elect RDH members to the board One term of three years Correct Answer-What is the term limit for a board member

Granting revocation suspension of license and renewal, conduct examination for licensure, provide for programs for impaired hygienist and dentist Correct Answer- What is the purpose and duty of the board of Dental Examiners? list three functions A majority of the members of said board Correct Answer-What constitutes a quorum of the board The power to administer oaths and issue subpoenas Correct Answer-Name the judicial power granted to the board president and/or secretary-treasurer $100 per day Correct Answer-Compensation / per diem for a board member is fixed by the board and not to exceed License shall at all times be displayed in a conspicuous place in the office of the holder, duplicate license is issued to holder upon receipt of application for duplicate and fee Correct Answer-Describe the criteria for the display of your license. What do you do if you work in more than one office? Any person who is licensed to practice hygiene anywhere in the US or in any country territory or other recognized jurisdiction, applicant may not have previously failed in examination conducted by the NC State Board of Dental Examiners Correct Answer-Two criteria for a provisional hygiene license The date of the announcement of the results of the next succeeding board examination of candidates for licensure to practice dental hygiene Correct Answer- A provisional hygiene license shall be valid until Dentist with out-of-state current or expired license, expired license in NC State, or are authorized to treat veterans or US Service members, and has actively practice

dentistry within the last 5 yrs Correct Answer-Who is eligible for a volunteer license Class 2 misdemeanor Correct Answer-What type of offense is a violation of board rules regulations or bylaws Yes (true) Correct Answer-Does the board have authority to develop programs for impaired Dental hygiene Correct Answer-Performing complete oral prophylaxis, application of preventive agents to oral structures, exposure and processing of radiographs, administration of medicaments, preparation of diagnostic aids, written records of oral conditions as may be permitted by rules and regulations of the board Dental hygienist Correct Answer-Any person who is a graduate of a board accredited school of dental hygiene, who has been licensed by the board and who practices dental hygiene as prescribed by the board Board Correct Answer-The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners created by Chapter 139 Public Laws of 1879 and Chapter 178 Public Laws of 1915 as continued in existence by GS 90 - 22 Direct supervision Correct Answer-Acts are deemed to be under the supervision of a licensed dentist when performed in a locale where a licensed dentist is physically present during the performance of such acts and such acts are being performed pursuant to the dentist order $81 Correct Answer-North Carolina State RDH licensure renewal fee $25 Correct Answer-Contribution to the NC caring dental professionals

$25 Correct Answer-Duplicate license fee $50 Correct Answer-Late fee for licensure Jan 31 Correct Answer-RDH licensure renewal is due on March 31st Correct Answer-When does the license renewal become void if not paid $50 late fee after January 31st, voided license after March 31st Correct Answer- What are the consequences for late renewal of RDH license Class 1 misdemeanor Correct Answer-Practicing hygiene without a license is considered to be what type of offense Individual licensed to practice hygiene in any state or territory and produces satisfactory evidence, is in good standing with the licensing jurisdiction, has passed the National Board dental hygiene examination Correct Answer-Three criteria for eligibility of licensure by credentials Convicted of or entered a plea of guilty to any felony charge or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, has engaged in any acts of fraud deceit or misrepresentation in obtaining a license or renewal Correct Answer-2 reasons why the board might refuse to issue, renew, or revoke/ suspend a license Yes (true) Correct Answer-Once notified by the Board of misconduct do applicants have a right to a hearing

Yes (true) Correct Answer-Can the board conduct the investigation issue subpoenas and take depositions Direct supervision under one or more dentists Correct Answer-What supervision is required for a private practice RDH 3 years of experience in clinical dental hygiene or min of 2,000 hrs of prophy or perio debridement under supervision of licensed dentist, CPR cert, 6 hrs of CE in med emerg, other required hrs of yearly CE, designation by employing dentist as being capable of performing procedures without direct supervision Correct Answer-Criteria for an RDH to practice in a nursing home Complete and sign a notarized application from the Board, submit $265 application fee, provide written evidence of military spouse status and hold a current DH license from another jurisdiction whose standards are equivalent to NC Correct Answer-Requirements for a military spouse to receive a dental hygiene license 5 years experience in clinical hygiene CPR cert updated annually 6 hours of CE in med emerg yearly Correct Answer-Qualifications for an RDH to become a public health rdh 2 Correct Answer-How many Rdh's can a 1 DDS supervise Enjoin from practice revocation of license and initiation of appropriate legal proceedings Correct Answer-Practicing hygiene without a license is punishable by Each RDH must complete a minimum of 6 clock hours of CE each calendar year Correct Answer-List the criteria to renew a dental hygiene license how many hours of CE are required

Must be directly related to clinical patient care, hours spent reviewing publications or videos shall not count with the exception of self studies approved and sponsored by the Board Correct Answer-Restrictions on correspondence and online CE courses are No CPR hours are in addition to mandatory CE hours Correct Answer-Do CPR hours count toward CE requirements Hours completed toward CE requirements are indicated on the renewal application form at the time of renewal Correct Answer-How and when are CE hours reported? At least 2 years Correct Answer-How long must a RDH maintain CE records Title, number of instruction hours, date of course attended, name of instructor, name of organization or sponsor offering the course Correct Answer-What is required if a RDH uses home study courses for CE credits Board may refuse to issue renewal certificate Correct Answer-Penalty for non compliant with the CE requirements 7 hours of instruction in production & use, and 7 hours of clinical radiology Correct Answer-How many hours of training does a DA need to expose radiographs Assist dentist chairside, OHI, topical fluoride or topical anesthetic, expose radiographs Correct Answer-Three duties of a DA 1 Insert matrix band and wedges, place cavity bases and liners, place or remove rubber dams Correct Answer-Three duties of a DA 2

Minimum of 7 clock hours Correct Answer-How many hours of nitrous training is a DA 2 required to obtain Presenting false or misleading testimony statements or records to the board, any act which would constitute sexual assault or battery, violating a lawful order of the Board, acquiring any controlled substance by misrepresentation, having connection with illegal practice of dental hygiene Correct Answer-5 acts that are considered unprofessional conduct of an RDH 10 years Correct Answer-Patient records must be maintained for how long Upon patient request provide original or copies of radiographs and summary of tx record to patient or licensed dentist of patient's choice, fee may be charged for duplication, record shall be provided within 30 days of request and not be contingent upon outstanding balances/fees owed Correct Answer-What are the requirements for transfer of patient records bioburden Correct Answer-Name of organic material found on instrument surfaces prior to decontamination sterilization Correct Answer-Use of physical or chemical procedures to destroy all microbes including spores workplace devices and procedures controls Correct Answer-what are controls that remove a hazard from the workplace called? hazardous exposure Correct Answer-Workplace procedures & devices help to reduce

Standard precaution Correct Answer-What is it called when all pt's are treated as if they have an infectious disease? viruses Correct Answer-These are the smallest of all microbes sharps or approved waste container Correct Answer-Regulated medical waste in the office is disposed of in disposal or treatment site Correct Answer-Once containers are full, regulated medical waste is taken to extracted teeth, needles Correct Answer-2 examples of regulated medical waste cavitron, ultrasonic bath, dental hand piece Correct Answer-list 3 examples of dental equipment that produce aerosols Rubber dam, HVE, saliva ejector, close lid over ultrasonic bath Correct Answer- What can be done/used to minimize spray, spatter, and aerosols? true Correct Answer-Any surface in the operatory not covered by a barrier is considered contaminated (T/F) latex, non-latex, or vinyl exam gloves Correct Answer-What type of gloves are used for routine dental tx? Utility gloves Correct Answer-What type of gloves are used for operatory clean- up?

op clean up, handling contaminated instruments Correct Answer-When would you wear "heavy" gloves? wash/sanitize hands Correct Answer-What should be done immediately after gloves are removed? true Correct Answer-If a clinician does not immediately wash/sanitize hands after glove removal a latex allergy could occur due to particles in the air. (T/F) stop tx, remove gloves, check skin for stick, wash hands, re-glove Correct Answer- What should you do if a glove becomes punctured during tx? mask, face-shield, eyewear, gloves, protective clothing (lab gown) Correct Answer-What PPE is necessary when spray, spatter, and aerosols are anticipated? transient Correct Answer-What microbes can be completely removed/greatly reduced with hand wash 15 sec, rinse 10 sec Correct Answer-How long should you wash hands for? After each patient or when wet/soiled during tx Correct Answer-How often should masks be changed? Protective eyewear, side shields Correct Answer-What does a face-shield replace? When wearing one you don't need to wear______ Some surfaces are difficult to disinfect/clean (A/W syringe, hoses) Correct Answer-Why are barriers used on surfaces?

Beginning of day, when contaminated during barrier removal, end of day Correct Answer-How often are surfaces covered with barriers disinfected? Chair, keyboard, light handle, tray Correct Answer-4 surfaces in operatory that should be covered by barriers semi-critical items Correct Answer-Items that touch oral mucosa but do not penetrate the body are classified as fully sterilized Correct Answer-How are critical and semi-critical items handled? semi-critical Correct Answer-Mouth mirror is an example of that type of item pre-clean, spray-wipe-spray or wipe-discard-wipe Correct Answer-What should be done prior to DISINFECTING environmental surfaces intermediate level Correct Answer-What product level is approved for surface and equipment disinfection? tuberculosis Correct Answer-what organism must an intermediate level disinfectant kill 10 min Correct Answer-how long must surfaces remain wet when disinfecting 5 days Correct Answer-Amount of time it takes for biofilm to form in a new dental unit

2-3 mins at start of each day, 20-30 seconds in between patients Correct Answer- How long are waterlines flushed at start of each day and in between pt's? after long breaks, after unit fails water test Correct Answer-At CCCC when is water system shocked with Sterilex? Use 1 ICX tablet in bottle water, flush 2-3 mins at start of day, flush 20-30 secs between pt's Correct Answer-At CCCC how are waterlines maintained daily? At end of semester or before a long break Correct Answer-At CCCC when are waterlines purged? end of each day with enzymax cleaner Correct Answer-When are HVE and vacuum lines cleaned? sharps container Correct Answer-Where are ext teeth disposed of? facultative microbes Correct Answer-Microbes that grow in presence or absence of oxygen smaller than bacteria, obligate intracellular parasite, nucleic acid core (DNA or RNA), capsid and envelope Correct Answer-Structure of a virus replication stage Correct Answer-In what stage of the virus life does the host cell synthesize new viral DNA/RNA? prions and endospores Correct Answer-These microbes are most resistant to chemicals

Ethylene oxide gas, gluteraldehyde liquid Correct Answer-List 2 high level disinfectants 10 hrs Correct Answer-How long does it take to sterilize instruments in gluteraldehyde? when sterilizing liquid items Correct Answer-When would you not use a steam autoclave? evaporates quickly, corrosive, not sporicidal Correct Answer-Why is alcohol not used as a surface disinfectant? Iodophors, hypochlorites, synthetic phenols, chlorine compounds Correct Answer- Which chemical disinfectants have to be mixed daily? gluteraldehyde and hydrogen peroxide Correct Answer-Which disinfectants are used for immersion ultrasonic bath Correct Answer-what method of cleaning instruments is most effective 15 mins Correct Answer-How long are cassettes placed in ultrasonic for daily or when soiled Correct Answer-How often is ultrasonic bath drained and disinfected

prevent aerosols Correct Answer-Why is it important to cover ultrasonic bath before operating? prevent debris from drying to instruments, easy cleaning Correct Answer-Purpose of holding solution is to steam autoclave Correct Answer-This sterilization method dulls instruments 20-30 mins, 15 psi, 250F (121C) Correct Answer-Time-temp-pressure and cycle for steam autoclave Long cycle, discolors fabrics, not for heat sensitive items Correct Answer- Disadvantage of dry heat sterilization Close, allow oven to reach proper sterile temp, re-start cycle Correct Answer-What must be done if dry heat oven is open during cycle 1x/week, when training new employees, after repair, when running implantable devices, using new packaging or new sterilizer Correct Answer-How often are sterilizers biologically monitored? gluteralderhyde Correct Answer-Sterilization method that cannot be biologically monitored Hep A, Hep E Correct Answer-Which type of Hep does not have a carrier Hep A, Hep E Correct Answer-Which type of Hep is not bloodborne

immunoglobulin or Hep B vaccine Correct Answer-What is given to a non- immunized healthcare worker who has been exposed? notify supervisor, get consent from clinician to perform HIV serolytic test Correct Answer-If clinician is exposed but pt source is unknown what should be done? coughing, night sweats, fever Correct Answer-3 symptoms of TB economically depressed population Correct Answer-What segment of the population is at an increased risk for TB Airborne/Droplet transmission of active respiratory infection from person to person Correct Answer-How is TB spread? False Correct Answer-If a person has been diagnosed with TB they will always test positive for TB with a skin test (T/F) oral candidiasis Correct Answer-Fungal infection sometimes seen intraorally 3-6 weeks after exposure mono-like symptoms Correct Answer-How long after exposure to HIV would you expect to see acute HIV? male to male sexual contact Correct Answer-What group has the highest prevalence of HIV? IV drug users, unprotected sex, substance abuse Correct Answer-3 high risk behaviors for HIV

yes Correct Answer-Is an employer responsible for offering Hep B immunizations? eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics Correct Answer-What things should not be done in treatment areas stop sterilizer, allow to cool, re-sterilize instruments Correct Answer-What should be done if sterilization cycle is interrupted before completion manufacturing and labeling of med devices, safety of drugs and devices, safety and efficacy of disinfectants, medical waste, worker safety, instrument sterilizing Correct Answer-What is regulated by fed govt probing, scaling, root planing Correct Answer-If a pt requires pre-med but did not take it prior to apt, what cannot be done at the pt's apt? What is the composition of the NC State Board of Dental Examiners? Correct Answer-6 dentists who are licensed to practice dentistry in NC 1 dental hygienist who is licensed to practice dental hygiene in NC 1 person who shall be a citizen and resident of NC and who shall be licensed to practice neither dentistry nor dental hygiene What are the voting powers of each member of the Board? Correct Answer-The dental hygienist or the consumer member cannot participate or vote in any matters of the Board which involves the issuance, renewal or revocation of the license to practice dentistry in the State of North Carolina. The consumer member cannot participate or vote in any matters of the Board which involve the issuance, renewal or revocation of the license to practice dental hygiene in the State of North Carolina. Members of the Board licensed to practice dentistry in North Carolina shall have been elected in an election held as hereinafter provided in which every

person licensed to practice dentistry in North Carolina and residing or practicing in North Carolina shall be entitled to vote. Who is eligible to vote in the election of dentists and dental hygienists to serve on the Board? Correct Answer-Every dentist with a current North Carolina license residing or practicing in North Carolina shall be eligible to vote in elections of dentists to the Board. Every dental hygienist with a current North Carolina license residing or practicing in North Carolina shall be eligible to vote in elections of dental hygienists to the Board. The holding of such a license to practice dentistry or dental hygiene in North Carolina shall constitute registration to vote in such elections. The list of licensed dentists and dental hygienists shall constitute the registration list for elections to the appropriate seats on the Board. What is the term of office for Board members? Correct Answer-Each member of said Board shall be elected for a term of three years and until his successor shall be elected and shall qualify. Each year there shall be elected two dentists for such terms of three years each. Every three years there shall be elected one dental hygienist for a term of three years. Dental hygienists shall be elected to the Board in an election held in accordance with the procedures hereinafter provided in which those persons licensed to practice dental hygiene in North Carolina and residing or practicing in North Carolina shall be entitled to vote. Every three years a person who is a citizen and resident of North Carolina and licensed to practice neither dentistry nor dental hygiene shall be appointed to the Board for a term of three years by the Governor of North Carolina. KNOW Article 16- The Dental Hygiene Practice Act. Correct Answer-Printed What are the rules that apply to dental hygienists? Correct Answer-Printed What are the rules that apply to dental assistants? Correct Answer-Printed

What are the regulations concerning conscious sedation? Correct Answer-Printed "Monitoring" means observation of the patient during the flow of sedation agents and includes reducing the flow of sedation or shutting off equipment controlling such flow. Monitoring does not include increasing the flow of sedation agents. We can increase oxygen and lower nitrous as well as shut the machine off which will lower the oxygen. North Carolina Laws Governing Nitrous Oxide / Rules of the NC State Board of Dental Examiners

• a DA I or DA II may aid and assist a licensed dentist in the administration of nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalant conscious sedation after a completion of a Board- approved course.....
• "monitoring" means observation of the patient during the flow of sedation agents and includes reducing the flow of sedation or shutting off equipment controlling such flow.
• monitoring does not include increasing the flow of sedation agents
• dentist initiates use of nitrous
• auxiliary can turn oxygen up
• auxiliary can turn nitrous down / off List and know the dates involved in the licensure renewal process. Correct Answer-A renewal application shall be completed and received in the Board's office before midnight on January 31 of each year. Any renewal applications received after that date will require a late fee.

If the application for a renewal certificate, accompanied by the fee required, is not received in the Board's office before the close of business on January 31 of each year, an additional fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) shall be charged for the renewal certificate. A fee of twenty five dollars ($25.00) shall be charged for each duplicate of any license or certificate issued by the Board. If an application for a renewal certificate, accompanied by the renewal fee and the additional late filing fee, is not received in the Board's office before midnight on March 31 of each year, the license becomes void and the hygienist must petition the Board for reinstatement. Understand the law regarding reciprocity. Correct Answer-The Board does not grant any licenses by reciprocity for dental hygiene nor dentists.North Carolina does NOT have reciprocity with any other state nor does it conduct specialty examinations. reciprocity is a mutual agreement to exchange privileges, dependence, or relationships, as in an agreement between two governing bodies to accept the credentials of a physician, dentist, licensed dental professional, or other health professional licensed in either jurisdiction. Describe what credentials must be displayed by a dental hygienist. Correct Answer-The license and current certificate of renewal of license shall at all times be displayed in a conspicuous place at the office where the dental hygienist is employed, and whenever requested the license and the current certificate of renewal shall be exhibited to or produced before the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners or its authorized agents. What constitutes professional misconduct by a dental hygienist? Correct Answer- Printed

Define supervision for dental hygienists and dental assistants. Correct Answer-"Supervision" means that acts are deemed to be under the supervision of a licensed dentist when performed in a locale where a licensed dentist is physically present during the performance of such acts, and such acts are being performed pursuant to the dentist's order, control and approval. A dental hygienist may practice only under the supervision of one or more licensed dentists. Direct Supervision Levels-dentist needs to be present Indirect Supervision Levels-dentist must authorize procedure and be in the dental office while the procedure is performed General Supervision Levels-dentist needs to authorize prior to services, but need not be present: limited for community with certain qualifications such as 6 hours in cont ed for med emergencies, CPR, 3 years experienced under a direct dentist What are the CE requirements for dental hygiene license renewal? Correct Answer-Printed All dental hygienists licensed shall be required to attend Board-approved courses of study in subjects relating to dental hygiene. The Board shall have authority to consider and approve courses, or providers of courses, to the end that those attending will gain information on existing and new methods and procedures used by dental hygienists, information leading to increased safety and competence in their dealings with patients and supervising dentists, and information on other matters, as they develop, that are of continuing importance to the practice of dental hygiene as a part of the practice of dentistry. The Board shall determine the number of hours of study within a particular period and the nature of course work required. Failure to comply with continuing education requirements adopted under the authority of this section shall be grounds for the Board to decline to issue a renewal certificate.

21 NCAC 16I.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

REQUIRED

(a) As a condition of license renewal, each dental hygienist shall complete six clock hours of continuing education each calendar year. Any or all the hours may be acquired through self study courses. To count toward the mandatory continuing education requirement, self study courses shall be related to clinical patient care and offered by a board approved sponsor. The hygienist shall pass a test following the course and obtain a certificate of completion. (b) Current certification in CPR is required in addition to the mandatory continuing education hours. Continuing education became mandatory January 1, 1995. Every year, dentists must complete 15 hours and hygienists must complete 6 hours. The one-year period spans one calendar year (January to December being a calendar year). New licensees are not required to get CE the first year they are licensed, but need to obtain the appropriate hours the following years (therefore if you were initially licensed in 2006 you will not need to take CE in 2006, but will be required to do so beginning in 2007). In addition to the mandatory CE, both dentists and hygienists are required to maintain current CPR. The number of CE hours completed each year is reported on the license renewal form. No documentation of course work will be sent to the Board's office. Each person is responsible for maintaining his/her own documentation of CE courses completed "for at least two years and shall be produced upon request of the Board." The NC board of Dental Examiners consist of: Correct Answer-6 dentist who are licensed to practice dentistry in NC, 1 Hygienist licensed in NC, 1 consumer member.

A Dental hygiene license application needs to be submitted to the board's office before Correct Answer-January 1st In NC the following functions may not be delegated to a dental assistant II Correct Answer-Intramural use of high speed handpiece A dental hygienist would not qualify for licensure by credentials in NC if he/she: Correct Answer-Has previously failed the NC state board dental hygiene examination. The board has the right to deny a provisional license to a dental hygienist is he/she: Correct Answer-has been disciplined by another dental licensing agency. As a dental hygienist in NC, you may perform all of the following functions except: Correct Answer-Place of remove sulcular nonresorbable agents The board has the authority to decline to issue a renewal certificate if a dental hygienist: Correct Answer-Fails to comply with continuing education requirements. You can be charged with practicing without a license if you do not renew your license by: Correct Answer-March 31st A dental hygienist licensed and practicing in NC may perform all of the following functions except: Correct Answer-Placement of sutures A dental assistant I or II may take radiographs only after successfully completing a radiology course that is based on at least Correct Answer-7 hours instructional in the production and use of dental X-rays and educational program of not less than 7 hours in clinical dental radiology.

A dental hygienist licensed in NC may receive four hours of continuing education if he/she is employed full time and practicing dental hygiene at a: Correct Answer- federal, state, or county government agency. If you renew your license after January 31st, you must: Correct Answer-pay the renewal fee plus a penalty fee a dental assistant II may monitor patients under nitrous oxide if: Correct Answer- the dentist is in the room supervising the procedure. You may take (10) hours of CE during the year. Six of those hours are obtained through home study course work for which you have successfully completed the post-tests and obtained certificated validating completion. One of the six hours, how many may be counted toward fulfilling the mandatory CE requirement? Correct Answer-ALL OF THEM The NC state board of dental examiners investigattive panel is composed of all of the following members EXCEPT: Correct Answer-Boards consumer member Thickest materials for gloves to be made from? Correct Answer-polyurethane How long to wash hands; routine hand washing? Correct Answer-15 seconds Answering the phone in the operatory Correct Answer-wear overgloves If you have -open cuts

-abrasions -etc -etc you should wear gloves? Correct Answer-All of the above Which of the following has no restrictions and can still work as a hygienist Correct Answer-hep c Washing hands kills what percentage of bacteria Correct Answer-70% kills ALL bacteria and spores Correct Answer-sterilization tape changing on sterilized instruments means? Correct Answer-Exposed to heat, not instruments were sterilized If you have or have been exposed to tuberculosis, you will always show a positive TB reading Correct Answer-true change gloves after every patient, if torn, and or punctured Correct Answer-true purpose of medical history Correct Answer-monitor patients vitals If it cannot be exposed to heat use: Correct Answer-soaked gauze, not gluteraldehyde something about aerosols and splatter all over operatory Correct Answer-true

Hep B vaccines are recommended for employees; not required Correct Answer- true blood pressure cuff Correct Answer-occupational blood in your eye requires follow up Correct Answer-true Surgical hand washing Correct Answer-required by law which of the following would be considered blood borne pathogen exposure incident Correct Answer-blood splash in the eye minimum time to flush out handpiece Correct Answer-30 seconds all ideal overgarment would consist of Correct Answer-all of the above when instruments cannot be exposed to heat, hot to sterilize? Correct Answer- immerse in gluteraldehyde; dry heat; 10 hours. there is a recommendation regarding effectiveness of wearing two pairs of gloves Correct Answer-false minimum time required to remove all transient organisms by handwashing Correct Answer-15 seconds effective hand washing removes what percent of transient microorganisms Correct Answer-100%

any time there are choices of infectious diseases Correct Answer-hep b prevent transmission of infectious disease in the work area Correct Answer-refrain from eating, drinking, applying cosmetic lip balm Blood borne pathogens may enter your system through A. open cuts B. skin abrasions C. mucous membranes D. All of the above Correct Answer-All of the above When must heavy gloves be worn? A. When gathering and cleaning used instruments B. Until dirty instruments are soaked in a disinfectant C. For all scrubbing and ultrasonic cleaning procedures D. All of the above Correct Answer-All of the above Which of the following is an exposure incident requiring evaluation and follow- up? A. A patient's blood or saliva contacts a clinician's intact skin B. A patient's blood or saliva contacts a clinician's oral mucous membrane. C. A sterile needle punctures a clinician's skin.