OVERVIEW
Infections present a significant hazard in the dental environment.
Although protection of the patient is an obvious priority, oral healthcare
personnel are also vulnerable to exposure. The intent of this course
is to set forth an Infection Control/Exposure Control Protocol
to minimize the transmission
of infections in the clinical process (for the protection of patients
and oral health care personnel alike) via direct contact with blood,
saliva, and other secretions; via indirect contact with contaminated
instruments, operatory equipment, and environmental surfaces; and via
airborne contaminant's, such as droplet spatter and aerosols of infectious
body fluids.
OBJECTIVES
Participants in this course will be introduced to evidence-based information
that will facilitate
compliance with 29 CFR Part 1910.1030, Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne
Pathogens, Final Rule (Federal Register 56(235): 64004-182, 1991 and
the implementation of recommendations made by other federal, state,
and local agencies and professional organizations.
In addition to fulfilling your annual OSHA requirements upon completion
of this course, oral healthcare personnel should be able to:
•
Understand the rational for the need for an Infection Control/Exposure
Control Protocol.
•
Develop and implement an practical Infection Control/Exposure Control
Protocol appropriate for a particular oral healthcare setting, which
include the following essential elements:
•
Education and training; Standard precautions Vaccinations
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Personal protective equipment; Work practice and engineering controls
•
Environmental infection control; Post exposure evaluation and follow-up
•
Medical records; Medical conditions and work restrictions
PRESENTER
GEZA T. TEREZHALMY, D.D.S., M.A., received his D.D.S. degree from Case
Western Reserve University in 1971, continuing with his postgraduate
training from 1975 to 1977 and obtaining a Certificate in Oral Medicine
from the National Naval Dental Center.
TIME
Check-in: D.S. Cafeteria,: 12:30 PM
Program: Friday, 1:00 PM-4:00 PM
LOCATION
The University of Texas Health Science Center
at San Antonio, Dental School
TUITION
Individual: $149.50
Special Discount Fee: $104.65
(Must register for the morning Texas Brief to receive discount)
CREDIT (Course Code: 124507B)
AGD Code: 148 Hours: 3 |
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