Bumedinst 6600.10 Dental Infection Control Program Chap 2

Front 1

Chapter 2 of BUMEDINST 6600.10, Dental Infection Control Program, what does it pertain to?

Back 1

Universal Precautions.

Front 2

What percentage of patient with HIV or HBV shows no symptoms and may be unaware of their infectious disease state?

Back 2

Approximately 80%, even with a complete physical exam and full disclosure of medical history, most HIV and HBV may go unidentified.

Front 3

This common infection control practice is used for all types of patients, is called?

Back 3

Universal Precautions

Front 4

Which is more INFECTIOUS HIV or HBV?

Back 4

HBV is more infectious.

Front 5

What type of immunization must given to all Dental personnel that are exposed to blood and saliva?

Back 5

HBV(Hep B recombinant)administered at 0, 1, 6 months.

Front 6

HIV testing is done on a _______ basis for all active duty health care personnel during each calendar year?

Back 6

Annual

Front 7

Is it mandatory to review each patient medical history before each procedure or examination?

Back 7

It is mandatory to review each patients medical history per BUMED instruction.

Front 8

At the beginning of each workday, how long do you flush each of the unit water lines and hoses?

Back 8

Flush for a 1 minute to clear any contaminants even if the unit is not going to be used.

Front 9

Using mouthwash to reduce microbial contamination is required for each patient. What is the process?

Back 9

Have the patient do three 10-second rinses will reduce a patients microbial count by 97%.

Front 10

When disinfecting between patients, gloves are not required?

Back 10

Gloves are required while handling contaminated materials and cleaning contaminated areas.

Front 11

When cleaning what are commonly cleaned?

Back 11

countertops, dental unit, chair, and light.