Question 1

A pathosis is a microorganism capable of causing disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

After patient treatment, reusable image receptor holding devices must be:

Accepted Answer

A)  sanitized. 
B)  disinfected. 
C)  sterilized. 
D)  washed. 
A)  sanitized. 
B)  disinfected. 
C)  sterilized. 
D)  washed. C

Question 3

Each of the following statements regarding the use of gloves is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is acceptable to wear rings under gloves. 
B)  Hands must be dried thoroughly before patient treatment gloves are put on. 
C)  Fingernails should be cut short and well-manicured. 
D)  Hands should be washed thoroughly before gloving and after removing gloves. 
A)  It is acceptable to wear rings under gloves. 
B)  Hands must be dried thoroughly before patient treatment gloves are put on. 
C)  Fingernails should be cut short and well-manicured. 
D)  Hands should be washed thoroughly before gloving and after removing gloves. A

Question 4

Are some patients likely to be reluctant to admit infectious conditions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In the past, a double standard was

Question 5

Each of the following types of protective eyewear is acceptable for use by the dental radiographer EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Glasses with side shields 
B)  Goggles 
C)  Contact lenses 
D)  Full face shields 
A)  Glasses with side shields 
B)  Goggles 
C)  Contact lenses 
D)  Full face shields

Question 6

Prior to film placement, preprocedural mouthrinses are considered:

Accepted Answer

A)  antiseptics. 
B)  disinfectants. 
C)  sterilants. 
D)  sanitizers. 
A)  antiseptics. 
B)  disinfectants. 
C)  sterilants. 
D)  sanitizers.

Question 7

Which of the following statements regarding sterilization and disinfection is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Steilization is accomplished by autoclaving or dry heat processes. 
B)  Spores are destroyed during disinfection. 
C)  Disinfecting agents are too toxic to be used on living tissues. 
D)  Iodophors are hospital-grade disinfectants and tuberculocidals. 
A)  Steilization is accomplished by autoclaving or dry heat processes. 
B)  Spores are destroyed during disinfection. 
C)  Disinfecting agents are too toxic to be used on living tissues. 
D)  Iodophors are hospital-grade disinfectants and tuberculocidals.

Question 8

The radiographer should use powdered, nonsterile gloves made of latex or vinyl when placing intraoral radiographs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following will require adhering to infection control protocol for a semicritical object?

Accepted Answer

A)  A lead apron and thyroid collar 
B)  A control panel and timer selector 
C)  A film mount and counter top 
D)  An image receptor holder 
A)  A lead apron and thyroid collar 
B)  A control panel and timer selector 
C)  A film mount and counter top 
D)  An image receptor holder

Question 10

Semicritical objects must be sterilized after use.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Darkroom counter surfaces without barrier protection that have been touched by gloved hands must be cleaned.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What are infectious diseases?

Accepted Answer

Diseases that occur through transmission

Question 13

How often should protective clothing be changed?

Accepted Answer

Daily, or more frequently if s

Question 14

Taking a thorough medical history and performing an oral examination will not always identify potential infected patients.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What is asepsis?

Accepted Answer

Absence of septic matter or fr

Question 16

Noncritical objects are those that do not come into contact with mucous membranes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

For infection to occur, each of the following conditions must be present EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  An appropriate portal of entry into the host 
B)  A pathogen 
C)  An acceptable barrier 
D)  A susceptible host 
A)  An appropriate portal of entry into the host 
B)  A pathogen 
C)  An acceptable barrier 
D)  A susceptible host

Question 18

Universal precautions have replaced standard precautions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which of the following will benefit the most from using film packets with a protective barrier?

Accepted Answer

A)  Manual processing 
B)  Automatic processing 
C)  Daylight loaders 
D)  Rapid (chairside) processing 
A)  Manual processing 
B)  Automatic processing 
C)  Daylight loaders 
D)  Rapid (chairside) processing

Question 20

Spatter is the suspension of microorganisms that may be capable of causing disease produced during normal breathing and speaking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 10: Legal and Ethical Responsibilities

A pathosis is a microorganism capable of causing disease.

After patient treatment, reusable image receptor holding devices must be:

Each of the following statements regarding the use of gloves is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Are some patients likely to be reluctant to admit infectious conditions?

Each of the following types of protective eyewear is acceptable for use by the dental radiographer EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Prior to film placement, preprocedural mouthrinses are considered:

Which of the following statements regarding sterilization and disinfection is FALSE?

The radiographer should use powdered, nonsterile gloves made of latex or vinyl when placing intraoral radiographs.

Which of the following will require adhering to infection control protocol for a semicritical object?

Semicritical objects must be sterilized after use.

Darkroom counter surfaces without barrier protection that have been touched by gloved hands must be cleaned.

What are infectious diseases?

How often should protective clothing be changed?

Taking a thorough medical history and performing an oral examination will not always identify potential infected patients.

What is asepsis?

Noncritical objects are those that do not come into contact with mucous membranes.

For infection to occur, each of the following conditions must be present EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Universal precautions have replaced standard precautions.

Which of the following will benefit the most from using film packets with a protective barrier?

Spatter is the suspension of microorganisms that may be capable of causing disease produced during normal breathing and speaking.

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The Dental X-Ray Machine: Components and Function

Factors Affecting Radiographic Quality

Effects of Radiation Exposure

Radiation Protection

Dental X-Ray Film and Processing Methods

Digital Radiography and Image Acquisition

Infection Control

Patient Relations and Education

Introduction to Radiographic Examinations

The Periapical Examinationparalleling Technique

The Periapical Examinationbisecting Technique

The Bitewing Examination

The Occlusal Examination

The Panoramic Examination

Identifying and Correcting Undiagnostic Radiographs

Quality Control and Environmental Safety in Dental Radiography

Image Orientation and Introduction to Interpretation

Recognizing Normal Radiographic Anatomy Intraoral Radiographs

Recognizing Normal Radiographic Anatomy Panoramic Radiographs

Radiographic Appearance of Dental Materials and Foreign Objects

The Use of Radiographs in the Detection of Dental Caries

The Use of Radiographs in the Evaluation of Periodontal Diseases

Describing Radiographic Anomalies, Lesions, and Opportunistic Screening

Pediatric Radiographic Techniques

Radiographic Techniques for Patients With Special Needs

Radiographic Techniques for Specific Oral Conditions

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