Safety & Sanitation Standards Flashcards
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What does the term 'aseptic technique' mean in an electrology context?
Answer: Using practices that prevent the introduction of pathogens into the treatment area
Aseptic technique refers to a collection of practices designed to keep the treatment environment and wound free from pathogenic microorganisms.
When using a glutaraldehyde solution for high-level disinfection of reusable instruments, the practitioner must:
Answer: Work in a well-ventilated area and wear appropriate PPE including gloves and eye protection
Glutaraldehyde is a hazardous chemical requiring adequate ventilation and full PPE to prevent respiratory irritation and skin/eye contact.
An autoclave biological indicator (spore test) is used to:
Answer: Confirm the autoclave achieves actual sterilization by killing resistant bacterial spores
Biological indicators use heat-resistant Geobacillus stearothermophilus spores to confirm that sterilization conditions were sufficient to kill the most resistant organisms.
What is the significance of the 'clean-to-dirty' workflow principle in an electrology operatory?
Answer: It ensures contaminated items move away from clean areas to prevent cross-contamination
The clean-to-dirty workflow keeps contaminated materials and movement directed away from clean supply areas to prevent recontamination.
Which skin antiseptic is most commonly recommended for preparing the treatment site prior to electrolysis insertion?
Answer: Isopropyl alcohol 70%
Isopropyl alcohol 70% is the standard pre-treatment skin antiseptic, effectively reducing surface bacteria before probe insertion.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) required during electrology procedures typically includes:
Answer: Gloves, mask, and protective eyewear
OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogens Standard requires gloves plus appropriate face and eye protection during procedures involving potential exposure to blood or body fluids.
What is the minimum contact time required for most intermediate-level disinfectants to be effective on hard environmental surfaces?
Answer: The time specified on the product's EPA-registered label
Each EPA-registered disinfectant has specific contact time requirements that must be followed to ensure efficacy, which vary by product and formulation.