What Should Be Done to Reduce the Spread of Contamination

question 10

Multiple Choice

What should be done to reduce the spread of contamination when leaving chairside during patient treatment to retrieve a supply item?

• A)Remove your protective clothing.
• B)Remove your gloves.
• C)Remove your mask.
• D)Remove your protective eyewear.

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Definitions:

Serous Membrane

A thin tissue that lines certain internal cavities of the body, producing a serous fluid for lubrication.

Pericardial Sac

A double-layered membrane enclosing the heart, providing lubrication and protection against friction.

Pelvic Cavity

A body cavity that is bounded by the bones of the pelvis, containing reproductive organs, the urinary bladder, and the rectum.

Body Cavities

Defined spaces within the body that house organs and other structures, such as the thoracic, abdominal, and pelvic cavities.