CDT Safety, Ethics & Infection Control 3

Question 1

Which ethical principle obligates the dermatology tech to act in the patient's best interest?

Accepted Answer

Beneficence

Answer

Beneficence is the duty to actively promote and act in the patient's best interest, not merely to avoid harm.

Question 2

Prion diseases require which reprocessing method because they resist standard sterilization?

Accepted Answer

Autoclave at 134°C for ≥18 minutes using a gravity cycle

Answer

Prions are resistant to routine sterilization; extended high-temperature autoclave cycles (134°C, ≥18 min) are the recommended decontamination approach for reusable instruments.

Question 3

HIPAA prohibits the dermatology tech from:

Accepted Answer

Sharing patient photos on a personal social media account

Answer

Sharing identifiable patient photos on personal social media violates HIPAA's Privacy Rule by disclosing protected health information without authorization.

Question 4

The correct order for donning PPE before a dermatology procedure is:

Accepted Answer

Gown → mask/respirator → eye protection → gloves

Answer

CDC guidance specifies gown first, then mask/respirator, then eye protection, then gloves to ensure the outer garment is secured before adding other protective items.

Question 5

A sharps container should be replaced when it reaches what fill level?

Accepted Answer

75% full

Answer

Sharps containers should be sealed and replaced when they reach 75% capacity to prevent overfilling and needlestick injuries during disposal.

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CDT Safety, Ethics & Infection Control 3