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Dental Items are classifed as?
Critical, Semi-Critical, Non-Critical.
How long are Infection Control Manuals maintained?
At least 3 years.
What is Dental Item Classification?
Dental Items are classified based on pathways through which cross contamination may occur and the location and technique of instrument use.
What is Bioburden?
Number of Micro-Organisms contaminating an object. Also known as Bioload or Microbial Load.
Gravity Displacement Type Sterilizer? 30 minutes at?
121-123C (250-254F), 15-17 per PSI
Semi-Critical Items are?
Materials that frequently contact mucous membranes but cannot be sterilized due to their inability to withstand heat.
What is a Biological Monitor?
Bacterial Endospore test which assess whether sterilization has occurred. Also known as biological indicator or biological spore test.
What is Barrier Technique?
Use of fluid resistant materials to protect them from contamination. Rubber plastic, paper, foil.
Infection Control function are addressed how often?
At least Quarterly.
What is a Gravity Displacement Type Sterilizer?
A sterilizer in which incoming steam displaces the residual air through a port or drain in or near the bottom of the sterilizer chamber.