Why Should Ultrasonic Cleaning or Automatic Instrument Washers Be Used

question 35

Multiple Choice

Why should ultrasonic cleaning or automatic instrument washers be used instead of routine hand-scrubbing to clean contaminated dental instruments?

• A)Ultrasonic cleaning and instrument washers sterilize the instruments.
• B)Ultrasonic cleaning and instrument washers are less expensive.
• C)Hand-scrubbing does not get the instruments clean.
• D)Hand-scrubbing increases the chances of sharps injuries.

Recognize signs of potential health issues through observation during hygiene care.

Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to patient care scenarios.

Demonstrate understanding of how to support patients’ independence and dignity during hygiene care.

Understand the implications of specific medical conditions on hygiene care.

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Definitions:

Third-Party Reimbursement

A phrase coined to indicate payment of services rendered by someone other than the patient. Today, the most common third-party payers are federal and state agencies, insurance companies, and workers’ compensation.

National Provider Identifier (NPI)

The name of the standard unique health identifier for health care providers.

Digits

Numerals from 0 to 9, the basic symbols used in counting and mathematics.

Date of Service

The specific day when a healthcare provider performed a service or treatment for a patient.