Infection Control & Prevention Flashcards
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A needlestick injury occurs while handling a sharp near the operatory. What is the first action?
Answer: Wash the site with soap and water and report the exposure
Immediate washing and prompt reporting enable timely medical evaluation.
Exposed film packets contaminated with saliva should be handled by:
Answer: Wiping with disinfectant or removing barrier envelopes with clean gloves
Removing barriers or disinfecting packets prevents contamination of processing areas.
Where should used disposable barriers and gloves contaminated with blood be placed?
Answer: Regulated medical waste container if saturated with blood
Items saturated with blood or other potentially infectious materials are regulated waste.
Which statement about glove use during radiography is correct?
Answer: Gloves must be changed between patients and never washed for reuse
Washing gloves can damage them and does not remove microorganisms reliably.
Latex allergy in a patient or operator calls for:
Answer: Nonlatex gloves such as nitrile or vinyl
Latex-free alternatives prevent allergic reactions.
When a patient gags during a bitewing placement and saliva contacts the operator's face, which PPE would have helped prevent exposure?
Answer: Face shield or protective eyewear and mask
Eyewear and masks block splashes and spatter to mucous membranes.
A processor or darkroom surface must be protected from contamination by:
Answer: Removing contaminated gloves before handling film and using clean hands or barriers
Contaminated gloves would transfer pathogens to processors and surfaces.
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