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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
• 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: 124106A)
AGD Code: 148 Hours: 3
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