DANB Occupational Safety in Dental Practice 2

Question 1

What is the most effective engineering control for preventing needlestick injuries during local anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

Self-sheathing safety anesthetic syringes that automatically cover the needle

Answer

Smaller gauge needles

Answer

Bending the needle after injection

Answer

Two-handed recapping technique

Question 2

What musculoskeletal disorder is most commonly reported among dental professionals?

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel syndrome and chronic neck/back pain from sustained awkward postures

Answer

Knee osteoarthritis

Answer

Hearing loss

Answer

Shoulder dislocation

Question 3

What is the OSHA-required component of a Hazard Communication Program in a dental office?

Accepted Answer

Written program, safety data sheets for all hazardous chemicals, proper labeling, and employee training

Answer

Only a chemical list

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Only warning signs

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Not required in dental offices

Question 4

What exposure limit and safety measures apply to nitrous oxide in dental offices?

Accepted Answer

NIOSH recommends maximum 25 ppm TWA with scavenging and adequate ventilation

Answer

No regulations exist

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100 ppm with no scavenging

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Only patient exposure needs monitoring

Question 5

What is the proper response when a dental worker gets blood splashed in their eyes?

Accepted Answer

Immediately irrigate with clean water or saline for at least 15 minutes, report, and seek post-exposure evaluation

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Wipe with alcohol-soaked cotton

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Blink rapidly to flush naturally

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Apply antibiotic drops and continue working

Question 6

What are OSHA requirements for providing PPE in a dental office?

Accepted Answer

Employer provides at no cost, in correct sizes, maintains and replaces as needed, and trains on proper use

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Employees buy their own

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Only required for dentists

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Employer only provides gloves