CLT Infection Control & Sterilization in Laser Therapy 3

Question 1

A laser handpiece applicator has contacted non-intact skin during a wound care treatment. What reprocessing level is required?

Accepted Answer

Intermediate to high-level disinfection per manufacturer protocol

Answer

Contact with non-intact skin elevates the device to semi-critical status under the Spaulding system, requiring intermediate to high-level disinfection.

Question 2

What dual function do disposable barrier covers (probe sheaths) serve in laser therapy?

Accepted Answer

They protect the probe from contamination and provide an infection control barrier between the device and patient tissue

Answer

Probe sheaths simultaneously protect the device from bioburden accumulation and serve as a physical infection control barrier between the instrument and the patient.

Question 3

When treating a patient known to be hepatitis B positive, which approach best describes correct infection control practice?

Accepted Answer

Apply standard precautions consistently, treating all blood and body fluids as potentially infectious regardless of diagnosis

Answer

Standard precautions apply universally to every patient encounter, treating all blood and body fluids as infectious, which provides consistent protection regardless of known diagnosis.

Question 4

What is the correct management of a sharps container used in a laser therapy practice that includes injections or lancet use?

Accepted Answer

Seal when three-quarters full and arrange disposal through a licensed medical waste service

Answer

Sealing at three-quarters capacity prevents overfilling and accidental needlestick injuries, and licensed medical waste disposal ensures safe regulatory-compliant handling.

Question 5

During laser therapy involving wound care, which materials must be disposed of in labeled biohazard (regulated medical waste) bags?

Accepted Answer

Gauze, dressings, and any materials visibly contaminated with blood or body fluids

Answer

Materials contaminated with blood or body fluids are classified as regulated medical waste and must be segregated into biohazard bags for compliant disposal.

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CLT Infection Control & Sterilization in Laser Therapy 3