Describe universal precautions and PPE

What will be an ideal response?


Universal precautions are taken by the dental staff because any patient could be infectious. Universal precautions require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

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The process by which an organization can reduce the opportunity for an adverse event to occur is known as:

a. Crisis management. b. Risk management. c. Strategic management. d. Financial management.

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The ________ antigen is a protein first discovered on red blood cells of the Rhesus monkey. It is important for women to know if they are positive or negative for this protein. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The ceruminous glands secrete cerumen, a waxy substance that must be present for the conduction of sound waves

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Emergency care patients are treated for urgent problems and are admitted to the hospital as inpatients

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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