DANB ICE Infection Prevention & Sterilization

Question 1

What is the primary goal of infection control in a dental office?

Accepted Answer

Prevent the spread of infectious diseases

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Reduce dental treatment costs

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Eliminate the need for personal protective equipment

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Replace hand hygiene protocols

Question 2

Which method is most effective for sterilizing dental instruments?

Accepted Answer

Autoclaving (steam sterilization)

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Cold chemical sterilization

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Ultrasonic cleaning

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Alcohol wipes

Question 3

Why is hand hygiene critical in dental infection control?

Accepted Answer

Prevents cross-contamination

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Eliminates the need for gloves

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Removes visible stains from hands

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Substitutes for surface disinfectants

Question 4

Which of the following personal protective equipment (PPE) is required during a dental procedure?

Accepted Answer

Gloves, masks, protective eyewear, and gowns

Answer

Only gloves and masks

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Only protective eyewear and gowns

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No PPE is required

Question 5

What is the recommended method for disposing of used needles in a dental office?

Accepted Answer

Place in a designated sharps container

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Recap and dispose in regular trash

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Break the needle before disposal

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Flush down the sink

Question 6

Why must dental impressions be disinfected before sending them to a dental lab?

Accepted Answer

Prevents pathogen transfer to the lab

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Improves impression accuracy

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Reduces the need for sterilization

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Prepares impressions for storage