Infection Control and Management of Hazardous Materials for the Dental Team: A Comprehensive Guide

Every healthcare worker has an important role to play in infection control. The dental team is no exception. In fact, dentists and dental hygienists are at high risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other infectious agents.

This comprehensive guide provides the dental team with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively prevent and control infections in the dental setting.

Infection Control and Management of Hazardous Materials for the Dental Team - E-Book

by Chris H. Miller

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Language	:	English
File size	:	27936 KB
Print length	:	344 pages
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Chapter 1: to Infection Control

This chapter provides an overview of infection control principles and practices. It discusses the different types of microorganisms that can cause infection, the routes of transmission, and the methods of prevention.

Chapter 2: Standard Precautions

Standard precautions are a set of infection control practices that are used to prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens and other infectious agents. These precautions include:

• Hand hygiene
• Personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Environmental controls
• Sharps safety
• Waste management

Chapter 3: Infection Control in the Dental Setting

This chapter discusses the specific infection control measures that are necessary in the dental setting. These measures include:

• Patient screening
• Dental unit waterlines
• Handpieces and other dental equipment
• Sterilization and disinfection
• Dental aerosols

Chapter 4: Management of Hazardous Materials

Dental practices generate a variety of hazardous materials, including:

• Sharps
• Chemicals
• Biological waste
• Radioactive materials

This chapter discusses the proper handling, storage, and disposal of these materials.

Chapter 5: Emergency Preparedness

Dental practices should be prepared to respond to a variety of emergencies, including:

• Medical emergencies
• Fire
• Flooding
• Power outages

This chapter provides guidance on how to develop an emergency preparedness plan and train staff on how to respond to emergencies.

Infection control and management of hazardous materials are essential components of dental safety. By following the recommendations in this guide, the dental team can help to prevent infections and protect themselves, their patients, and the public from exposure to hazardous materials.

Infection Control and Management of Hazardous Materials for the Dental Team - E-Book

by Chris H. Miller

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	27936 KB
Print length	:	344 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE