Question 1

When would one use a sterilization pouch?

Accepted Answer

A) To sterilize loose instruments. 
B) To hold the biological monitor strip. 
C) To hold sterilized items until they are needed. 
D) All of the above 
E) A and C are both correct. 
A) To sterilize loose instruments. 
B) To hold the biological monitor strip. 
C) To hold sterilized items until they are needed. 
D) All of the above 
E) A and C are both correct. A

Question 2

Which type of gloves are used for patient care?

Accepted Answer

A) Examination gloves 
B) Utility gloves 
C) Over-gloves 
A) Examination gloves 
B) Utility gloves 
C) Over-gloves A

Question 3

Which type of sterilization unit uses saturated steam under pressure to sterilize instruments?

Accepted Answer

A) Autoclave sterilizer 
B) Dry heat sterilizer 
C) Statim sterilizer 
D) All of the above 
A) Autoclave sterilizer 
B) Dry heat sterilizer 
C) Statim sterilizer 
D) All of the above A

Question 4

If the indicator tape changes color, sterility is assured.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

One method to determine sterilization efficacy is to place a biological monitor testing device in the sterilizer for one sterilization cycle and then submit it to a sterilization monitoring service that mails the results back to the dental practice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

An ultrasonic cleaning unit is used to sterilize instruments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The time, temperature, and pressure required to accomplish the sterilization of instruments are the same for all types of sterilizers, whether instruments are wrapped or unwrapped.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Protective masks should be changed after every patient.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What is t he function of a cassette wrap?

Accepted Answer

A) To store a cassette in wrapping following sterilization. 
B) To provide a covering for a cassette during sterilization. 
C) When unwrapped, to provide a tray cover during dental procedures. 
D) Both A and B are correct. 
E) All of the above are correct 
A) To store a cassette in wrapping following sterilization. 
B) To provide a covering for a cassette during sterilization. 
C) When unwrapped, to provide a tray cover during dental procedures. 
D) Both A and B are correct. 
E) All of the above are correct

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of overgloves?

Accepted Answer

A) The same pair can be used on several patients. 
B) They are worn over examination gloves when leaving the patient. 
C) They are worn as a protective barrier over examination gloves so as not to cross-contaminate. 
A) The same pair can be used on several patients. 
B) They are worn over examination gloves when leaving the patient. 
C) They are worn as a protective barrier over examination gloves so as not to cross-contaminate.

Question 11

Which of the following is statements is correct about protective glasses/eyewear?

Accepted Answer

A) Protects against chemicals, airborne pathogens, bacteria, and viruses during processing of dental instruments for sterilization. 
B) Protects against airborne pathogens, bacteria and viruses during patient care, and against scrap-filling material during restorative and rinsing phases of patient treatment. 
C) A and B are both true. 
A) Protects against chemicals, airborne pathogens, bacteria, and viruses during processing of dental instruments for sterilization. 
B) Protects against airborne pathogens, bacteria and viruses during patient care, and against scrap-filling material during restorative and rinsing phases of patient treatment. 
C) A and B are both true.

Question 12

What item is used as a protective barrier over exam gloves to prevent cross-contamination?

Accepted Answer

A) Utility gloves 
B) Vinyl gloves 
C) Overgloves 
A) Utility gloves 
B) Vinyl gloves 
C) Overgloves

Question 13

Which unit removes debris and bioburden from instruments?

Accepted Answer

A) Ultrasonic cleaning unit 
B) Sterilization bath 
C) Autoclave unit 
D) All of the above 
A) Ultrasonic cleaning unit 
B) Sterilization bath 
C) Autoclave unit 
D) All of the above

Question 14

What is the purpose of a parts box?

Accepted Answer

A) Stores parts to repair broken instruments. 
B) Used to hold small items for sterilization. 
C) Used to hold small items such as crowns until ready to use. 
A) Stores parts to repair broken instruments. 
B) Used to hold small items for sterilization. 
C) Used to hold small items such as crowns until ready to use.

Question 15

Nitrile utility gloves protect hands during processing of the dental instruments for sterilization and disinfection.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

When indicator tape is placed on the outside of a cassette, the strips will NOT change color after the sterilization process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which type of sterilization unit rapidly sterilizes unwrapped instruments with steam under pressure?

Accepted Answer

A) Autoclave sterilizer 
B) Dry heat sterilizer 
C) Statim sterilizer 
D) All of the above 
A) Autoclave sterilizer 
B) Dry heat sterilizer 
C) Statim sterilizer 
D) All of the above

Question 18

Gowns worn during patient care must have which of the following properties?

Accepted Answer

A) Cloth material made of polyester and cotton in accordance with state and/or federal regulations. 
B) Moisture resistant (against contamination by liquids) 
C) Cuffed long sleeves 
D) Closure at neckline 
E) All of the above 
A) Cloth material made of polyester and cotton in accordance with state and/or federal regulations. 
B) Moisture resistant (against contamination by liquids) 
C) Cuffed long sleeves 
D) Closure at neckline 
E) All of the above

Question 19

Sterilization pouches have a range of sizes to accommodate all sizes of instruments and cassettes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Why are colored bands placed on dental instruments?

Accepted Answer

A) Organization. 
B) Identification. 
C) Inventory control. 
D) Match the room décor. 
E) Both A and B are correct. 
A) Organization. 
B) Identification. 
C) Inventory control. 
D) Match the room décor. 
E) Both A and B are correct.

Exam 18: Sterilization Equipment

When would one use a sterilization pouch?

Which type of gloves are used for patient care?

Which type of sterilization unit uses saturated steam under pressure to sterilize instruments?

If the indicator tape changes color, sterility is assured.

One method to determine sterilization efficacy is to place a biological monitor testing device in the sterilizer for one sterilization cycle and then submit it to a sterilization monitoring service that mails the results back to the dental practice.

An ultrasonic cleaning unit is used to sterilize instruments.

The time, temperature, and pressure required to accomplish the sterilization of instruments are the same for all types of sterilizers, whether instruments are wrapped or unwrapped.

Protective masks should be changed after every patient.

What is t he function of a cassette wrap?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of overgloves?

Which of the following is statements is correct about protective glasses/eyewear?

What item is used as a protective barrier over exam gloves to prevent cross-contamination?

Which unit removes debris and bioburden from instruments?

What is the purpose of a parts box?

Nitrile utility gloves protect hands during processing of the dental instruments for sterilization and disinfection.

When indicator tape is placed on the outside of a cassette, the strips will NOT change color after the sterilization process.

Which type of sterilization unit rapidly sterilizes unwrapped instruments with steam under pressure?

Gowns worn during patient care must have which of the following properties?

Sterilization pouches have a range of sizes to accommodate all sizes of instruments and cassettes.

Why are colored bands placed on dental instruments?

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