DANB ICE Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Usage 3

Question 1

What is the correct technique for removing contaminated gloves to prevent self-contamination?

Accepted Answer

Grasp outside of one glove at wrist, peel off inside-out, hold in gloved hand, slide bare fingers under remaining glove wrist, peel off over the first

Answer

The technique ensures bare skin only contacts the clean interior surface. Hand hygiene is mandatory after removal.

Question 2

How frequently should reusable protective eyewear be cleaned and disinfected?

Accepted Answer

Between each patient

Answer

Reusable eyewear must be cleaned and disinfected between each patient to prevent cross-contamination.

Question 3

What PPE must be removed before leaving the dental treatment area?

Accepted Answer

All PPE (gloves, gown, eye protection, mask) must be removed at the doorway or within the treatment area

Answer

All contaminated PPE must be removed at the point of use or designated doffing area before entering non-clinical spaces.

Question 4

What is the purpose of overgloves (food handler's gloves) during dental procedures?

Accepted Answer

To temporarily cover contaminated gloves when touching non-patient items without a full glove change

Answer

Overgloves prevent cross-contamination when briefly touching clean items like charts or drawers without requiring a complete glove change.

Question 5

What factors should be considered when selecting dental surgical masks?

Accepted Answer

Fluid resistance (ASTM level), filtration efficiency, breathability, and procedure type

Answer

ASTM F2100 rates surgical masks at three levels based on fluid resistance, BFE, PFE, breathability, and flame spread, matched to procedure type.

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DANB ICE Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Usage 3