CCA CCA Infection Control & Sterilization

Question 1

What is the recommended method for disinfecting silicone facial prostheses?

Accepted Answer

Wiping with isopropyl alcohol and air drying

Answer

Autoclaving at 134°C

Answer

Immersion in glutaraldehyde for 10 hours

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UV light exposure for 30 minutes

Question 2

Which disinfectant is classified as high-level and approved for use on prosthetic impression materials that cannot be autoclaved?

Accepted Answer

2% glutaraldehyde solution

Answer

Soap and water

Answer

70% isopropyl alcohol

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3% hydrogen peroxide

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of barrier precautions during prosthetic fabrication?

Accepted Answer

To prevent cross-contamination between patient and practitioner

Answer

To protect the prosthesis from dust contamination

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To maintain color accuracy of silicone materials

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To improve adhesion of extrinsic colorants

Question 4

How should impressions be handled before pouring stone models in the anaplastology lab?

Accepted Answer

Disinfected with an appropriate disinfectant spray or immersion

Answer

Rinsed with tap water only

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Stored dry for 24 hours before use

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Immediately poured without any treatment

Question 5

Which infection control standard applies to ALL patients regardless of known infection status in anaplastology practice?

Accepted Answer

Standard precautions

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Contact precautions

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Transmission-based precautions

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Droplet precautions

Question 6

What is the correct procedure for disposing of contaminated impression materials in a clinical anaplastology setting?

Accepted Answer

Rinse, disinfect, and double-bag before disposal

Answer

Place directly in regular trash

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Return to manufacturer for disposal

Answer

Store in a sharps container