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Acknowledgements
Table of Contents
Introduction
COVID-19 Pandemic and Federal Guidelines
Building a Culture of Safety Requires Teamwork and Leadership
Overview of Content
Chapter 1: Fundatmentals of Infection Prevention and Control
Chapter 2: Disinfection and Sterilization
Chapter 3: Dental Water Quality
Chapter 4: Infection Prevention and Control during Clinical Procedures
Chapter 5: Special Considerations and Pandemic Preparedness
Objectives
How to Use This Book
Who Should Use It
How to Begin
To Use This Guide
Continuing Education Credit
Infection Prevention and Control Self-Assessment Checklist
Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Infection Prevention and Control
Learning Objectives
The Infectious Disease Process: The Chain of Infection
Causative Agent (Pathogen)
Modes of Transmission
Susceptible Host
Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
Preventing Occupational Exposures to Bloodborne Pathogens
Preventing Transmission of Respiratory Pathogens
Transmission-based Precautions
Transmission of COVID-19
Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette
Precautions and Considerations during Public Health Emergencies
Source Control and Screening Measures for Respiratory Symptoms
COVID-19 Testing and Lab Testing in Dental Facilities
Droplet and Airborne Precautions during Public Health Emergencies
Occupational Health and Safety Education: Making It All Work for the Dental Team
The Role of the Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator
Immunizations and Tuberculosis Testing
Comprehensive Written Infection Prevention, Occupational Health, and Patient Safety Plan
Patient Medical History and Standard Precautions
Employee Health
Needle and Sharps Safety.
Employee Medical Conditions, Work-related Illnesses, and Work Restrictions
Hand Hygiene and Care
Routine Handwashing and Antisepsis
Fingernails and Artificial Nails
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Respiratory Protection: Masks and Fit-tested Particulate Respirators
Protective Eyewear and Face Shields
Protective Clothing
Gloves
Handwashing and Glove Use for Oral Surgical Procedures
Contact Dermatitis and Latex Allergy
Precautions for Patients with Latex Allergy
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter 2: Disinfection and Sterilization
Learning Objectives
Cleaning, Decontamination, Disinfection, and Sterilization
Disinfection Levels
When to Clean, Disinfect, or Sterilize Patient Care Items
Sterilization Methods
Other Methods of Sterilization
Sorting and Preparing Items for Sterilization
Reprocessing Reusable Instruments and Devices
Sterility Assurance
Storage of Sterilized Items and Clean Dental Supplies
Disinfection of Environmental Surfaces
Clinical Contact Surfaces
Housekeeping Surfaces
Dental Laboratory Infection Prevention and Control
Fogging and UV Disinfection
Blood Spills and Disinfection
Nonregulated and Regulated Medical Waste
Handling of Biopsy Specimens
Discharging Blood or Other Body Fluids into Sanitary Sewers or Septic Tanks
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter 3: Dental Water Quality
Learning Objectives
Growth of Bacteria in Dental Waterlines
Managing Dental Unit Water Quality
Sterile Irrigating Solutions for Oral Surgery
Other Indications for the Use of Sterile Irrigating Solutions
Monitoring Dental Water Quality
Municipal Water Systems, Facility Plumbing, and Drinking Water Advisories
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter 4: Infection Prevention and Control During Clinical Procedures
Learning Objectives.
Infection Prevention and Control during the Pretreatment Period
Personal Protective Equipment
PPE Wear under Standard Precautions
Chairside Infection Prevention and Control
Infection Prevention and Control during the Post-treatment Period
Infection Prevention for Imaging, Scanning, and Sensing Procedures
Extraoral Radiographic Equipment
Procedures for Handling Film and Phosphor Plates
Digital Radiographic, Photographic, Scanning, and Sensor Technologies
Keyboards and Other Data Entry Equipment
Summary of Infection Prevention and Control during Patient Care:
A Four-stage Process
Stage 1: Pretreatment
Stage 2: Chairside
Stage 3: Post-treatment
Stage 4: Radiographic, Photographic, Scanning, and Sensor Procedures
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter 5: Special Considerations and Pandemic Preparedness
Learning Objectives
Dental Handpieces and Other Devices Attached to Air and Waterlines
Dental Handpieces and Other Devices Not Connected to Air or Waterlines
Saliva Ejectors
Aseptic Technique for Parenteral Medications
Single-use or Disposable Devices
Preprocedural Mouthrinses
Handling of Extracted Teeth
Storage and Disposal
Teeth Used in Educational Settings
Laser/Electrosurgery Plumes or Surgical Smoke
Management of Patients with History of Symptoms of TB and other Highly Infectious Respiratory Diseases
Managing Patients with TB and Preventing Transmission
Management of Patients with Suspected CJD or Other Prion Diseases
Pandemic and Emergency Preparedness
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter Review Questions
Chapter 1 Review Questions
Chapter 2 Review Questions
Chapter 3 Review Questions
Chapter 4 Review Questions
Chapter 5 Review Questions
Appendices
A. Glossary
B. List of Acronyms
References.
Title
Copyright
Acknowledgements
Table of Contents
Introduction
COVID-19 Pandemic and Federal Guidelines
Building a Culture of Safety Requires Teamwork and Leadership
Overview of Content
Chapter 1: Fundatmentals of Infection Prevention and Control
Chapter 2: Disinfection and Sterilization
Chapter 3: Dental Water Quality
Chapter 4: Infection Prevention and Control during Clinical Procedures
Chapter 5: Special Considerations and Pandemic Preparedness
Objectives
How to Use This Book
Who Should Use It
How to Begin
To Use This Guide
Continuing Education Credit
Infection Prevention and Control Self-Assessment Checklist
Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Infection Prevention and Control
Learning Objectives
The Infectious Disease Process: The Chain of Infection
Causative Agent (Pathogen)
Modes of Transmission
Susceptible Host
Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
Preventing Occupational Exposures to Bloodborne Pathogens
Preventing Transmission of Respiratory Pathogens
Transmission-based Precautions
Transmission of COVID-19
Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette
Precautions and Considerations during Public Health Emergencies
Source Control and Screening Measures for Respiratory Symptoms
COVID-19 Testing and Lab Testing in Dental Facilities
Droplet and Airborne Precautions during Public Health Emergencies
Occupational Health and Safety Education: Making It All Work for the Dental Team
The Role of the Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator
Immunizations and Tuberculosis Testing
Comprehensive Written Infection Prevention, Occupational Health, and Patient Safety Plan
Patient Medical History and Standard Precautions
Employee Health
Needle and Sharps Safety.
Employee Medical Conditions, Work-related Illnesses, and Work Restrictions
Hand Hygiene and Care
Routine Handwashing and Antisepsis
Fingernails and Artificial Nails
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Respiratory Protection: Masks and Fit-tested Particulate Respirators
Protective Eyewear and Face Shields
Protective Clothing
Gloves
Handwashing and Glove Use for Oral Surgical Procedures
Contact Dermatitis and Latex Allergy
Precautions for Patients with Latex Allergy
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter 2: Disinfection and Sterilization
Learning Objectives
Cleaning, Decontamination, Disinfection, and Sterilization
Disinfection Levels
When to Clean, Disinfect, or Sterilize Patient Care Items
Sterilization Methods
Other Methods of Sterilization
Sorting and Preparing Items for Sterilization
Reprocessing Reusable Instruments and Devices
Sterility Assurance
Storage of Sterilized Items and Clean Dental Supplies
Disinfection of Environmental Surfaces
Clinical Contact Surfaces
Housekeeping Surfaces
Dental Laboratory Infection Prevention and Control
Fogging and UV Disinfection
Blood Spills and Disinfection
Nonregulated and Regulated Medical Waste
Handling of Biopsy Specimens
Discharging Blood or Other Body Fluids into Sanitary Sewers or Septic Tanks
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter 3: Dental Water Quality
Learning Objectives
Growth of Bacteria in Dental Waterlines
Managing Dental Unit Water Quality
Sterile Irrigating Solutions for Oral Surgery
Other Indications for the Use of Sterile Irrigating Solutions
Monitoring Dental Water Quality
Municipal Water Systems, Facility Plumbing, and Drinking Water Advisories
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter 4: Infection Prevention and Control During Clinical Procedures
Learning Objectives.
Infection Prevention and Control during the Pretreatment Period
Personal Protective Equipment
PPE Wear under Standard Precautions
Chairside Infection Prevention and Control
Infection Prevention and Control during the Post-treatment Period
Infection Prevention for Imaging, Scanning, and Sensing Procedures
Extraoral Radiographic Equipment
Procedures for Handling Film and Phosphor Plates
Digital Radiographic, Photographic, Scanning, and Sensor Technologies
Keyboards and Other Data Entry Equipment
Summary of Infection Prevention and Control during Patient Care:
A Four-stage Process
Stage 1: Pretreatment
Stage 2: Chairside
Stage 3: Post-treatment
Stage 4: Radiographic, Photographic, Scanning, and Sensor Procedures
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter 5: Special Considerations and Pandemic Preparedness
Learning Objectives
Dental Handpieces and Other Devices Attached to Air and Waterlines
Dental Handpieces and Other Devices Not Connected to Air or Waterlines
Saliva Ejectors
Aseptic Technique for Parenteral Medications
Single-use or Disposable Devices
Preprocedural Mouthrinses
Handling of Extracted Teeth
Storage and Disposal
Teeth Used in Educational Settings
Laser/Electrosurgery Plumes or Surgical Smoke
Management of Patients with History of Symptoms of TB and other Highly Infectious Respiratory Diseases
Managing Patients with TB and Preventing Transmission
Management of Patients with Suspected CJD or Other Prion Diseases
Pandemic and Emergency Preparedness
Goal-setting Worksheet
Chapter Review Questions
Chapter 1 Review Questions
Chapter 2 Review Questions
Chapter 3 Review Questions
Chapter 4 Review Questions
Chapter 5 Review Questions
Appendices
A. Glossary
B. List of Acronyms
References.