Chapter 4 Flashcards
Antiseptic
Any substance that inhibits the growth of bacteria
Composite restoration materials
Supplies used for restoring decay or for cosmetic improvements
Usually require an acid etch
Dermatitis
Inflammation of the skin
Ergonomics
The science of designing the workplace so that operators remain in the most neutral position
Eye shields
A shield worn over the eyes that protects the wearer
HAZCOM
The Federal Hazard Communication Standard
Enforced by OSHA
Material safety data sheet
A form with data regarding the properties of a particular substance
Neutral position
Sitting with the knees slightly below the hips, the back straight, the elbows at a 90 angle, and the thumbs relaxed at the top of the hand
OSHA
Occupational safety and health administration
Repetitive motion disorders
A family of muscular conditions that result from repeated motions performed in the coarse of normal work or daily activities
Sharps
Needles, scalpel blades, broken ampules
Substantivity
The ability of chlorhexidine, parachlorometaxylenol and triclosan to stick to surfaces
Anionic detergent
A class of detergents having a negatively charged surface-active ion such as sodium alkylbenzene sulfonate.
It destroys the cell wall
