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9 Cards in this Set
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Direct contact |
Touching or contact with a patient’s blood or saliva. |
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Droplet infection |
An infection that occurs through mucosal surfaces of the eyes, nose, or mouth. |
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Extraoral |
Outside of the mouth. |
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Forensic |
Pertaining to the identity of an individual on the basis of scientific methods. |
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Furcation |
Area between two or more root branches. |
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Hazardous waste |
Waste that poses a danger to humans or to the enviroment. |
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Heterotrophic bacteria |
Bacteria that use organic carbon as a source of nutrients. |
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HIPAA |
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 describe the federal regulations that ensure privacy regarding a patient’s healthcare information. |
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Immunity |
The ability of the body to resist disease. |
