Question 1

Which of these statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Microbial aerosols are pathogens present in blood that cause disease in humans. 
B)  Asepsis means "freedom from infection." 
C)  An antiseptic is an agent used on living tissue to kill or reduce numbers of bacteria. 
D)  Contamination is soiling by contact or mixing. 
A)  Microbial aerosols are pathogens present in blood that cause disease in humans. 
B)  Asepsis means "freedom from infection." 
C)  An antiseptic is an agent used on living tissue to kill or reduce numbers of bacteria. 
D)  Contamination is soiling by contact or mixing.

Question 2

The radiographer should be able to aseptically open all film packets in a full mouth series in 2 minutes or less to avoid excessive exposure to safelight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Barrier materials should be placed over surfaces likely to be contaminated during radiographic procedures such as the PID and tube head, control panel, exposure switch, and countertops.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

How can the chain of infection be broken?

Accepted Answer

By immunization of a susceptib

Question 5

After aseptically removing the barriers, film packets that were packaged inside barrier envelopes may be processed with clean, dry hands because the film packets are not contaminated.

Accepted Answer

A)  The first part of the statement is true. The second part of the statement is false. 
B)  The first part of the statement is false. The second part of the statement is true. 
C)  Both parts of the statement are true. 
D)  Both parts of the statement are false. 
A)  The first part of the statement is true. The second part of the statement is false. 
B)  The first part of the statement is false. The second part of the statement is true. 
C)  Both parts of the statement are true. 
D)  Both parts of the statement are false.

Question 6

The lead apron should be sterilized after use.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of these statements regarding classification of objects used in radiographic procedures is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Critical objects must be sterilized after each use. 
B)  Most quality-made image receptor holders are sterilizable or disposable. 
C)  Semicritical objects are those used to penetrate soft tissue or bone. 
D)  No critical instruments are used in dental radiography. 
A)  Critical objects must be sterilized after each use. 
B)  Most quality-made image receptor holders are sterilizable or disposable. 
C)  Semicritical objects are those used to penetrate soft tissue or bone. 
D)  No critical instruments are used in dental radiography.

Question 8

Protective clothing, mask, and eyewear should be in place prior to putting on patient treatment gloves.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Infection control procedures must be applied to each of the following body fluids EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Blood 
B)  Mucus 
C)  Sweat 
D)  Saliva 
A)  Blood 
B)  Mucus 
C)  Sweat 
D)  Saliva

Question 10

The lead apron is considered part of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of these statements is FALSE?

The radiographer should be able to aseptically open all film packets in a full mouth series in 2 minutes or less to avoid excessive exposure to safelight.

Barrier materials should be placed over surfaces likely to be contaminated during radiographic procedures such as the PID and tube head, control panel, exposure switch, and countertops.

How can the chain of infection be broken?

After aseptically removing the barriers, film packets that were packaged inside barrier envelopes may be processed with clean, dry hands because the film packets are not contaminated.

The lead apron should be sterilized after use.

Which of these statements regarding classification of objects used in radiographic procedures is FALSE?

Protective clothing, mask, and eyewear should be in place prior to putting on patient treatment gloves.

Infection control procedures must be applied to each of the following body fluids EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

The lead apron is considered part of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Dental Radiography: Historical Perspective and Future Trends

Characteristics and Measurement of Radiation

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

Radiographic Techniques

Filters

Exam 10: Legal and Ethical Responsibilities

Which of these statements is FALSE?

The radiographer should be able to aseptically open all film packets in a full mouth series in 2 minutes or less to avoid excessive exposure to safelight.

Barrier materials should be placed over surfaces likely to be contaminated during radiographic procedures such as the PID and tube head, control panel, exposure switch, and countertops.

How can the chain of infection be broken?

After aseptically removing the barriers, film packets that were packaged inside barrier envelopes may be processed with clean, dry hands because the film packets are not contaminated.

The lead apron should be sterilized after use.

Which of these statements regarding classification of objects used in radiographic procedures is FALSE?

Protective clothing, mask, and eyewear should be in place prior to putting on patient treatment gloves.

Infection control procedures must be applied to each of the following body fluids EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

The lead apron is considered part of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Dental Radiography: Historical Perspective and Future Trends

Characteristics and Measurement of Radiation

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

Radiographic Techniques

Filters