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Disinfecting techniq
POS 207 Disinfection
Question | Answer |
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antiseptic | substance for killing microorganims on the skin |
bioburden | blood, saliva, and other body fluids |
disinfectant | chemical used to reduce or lower the numbers of microorganisms on inanimate objects |
housekeeping surfaces | surface that is not contaminated during dental treatment |
reuse life | time period that a disinfectant should remain effective during use and reuse |
shelf life | how long a product may be stored before it is used |
sterilization | process that kills all microorganisms |
surface barrier | fluid resistant material used to cover surfaces likely to become contaminated |
touch surface | surface directly touched and contaminated during procedures |
transfer surface | surface not directly touched but often contacted by contaminated instruments |