Question 1

Which of the following is a form of toxicity that can be caused by chronic benzene exposure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Headache
B)  Dizziness
C)  Unconsciousness
D)  Leukemia

Question 2

OSHA requires a sharps container to be all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  leak-proof.
B)  puncture-resistant.
C)  labeled with the dental practice name.
D)  closable.

Question 3

The written program portion of the Hazard Communication Program:

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A)  must identify all the employers in the office who are exposed to hazardous chemicals.
B)  describes how to respond to chemical emergencies.
C)  is not a requirement for an office with fewer than 15 employees.
D)  describes employer, but not staff, training.

Question 4

All waste containers that hold potentially infectious materials must:

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A)  have a red bag.
B)  be labeled with the biohazard symbol.
C)  have special disposal.
D)  be labeled as infectious waste.

Question 5

A victim who immediately feels the effects of a chemical spill,with symptoms of dizziness,headache,nausea,and vomiting,is experiencing:

Accepted Answer

A)  chronic chemical toxicity.
B)  acute chemical toxicity.
C)  chemical resistance.
D)  mild exposure.

Question 6

The section of an MSDS that describes how the product will look and smell as well as other physical characteristics is:

Accepted Answer

A)  Section V-Health hazard data.
B)  Section VI-Reactivity data.
C)  Section I-Product information.
D)  Section III-Physical hazard data.

Question 7

When using chemicals,dental assistants must wear:

Accepted Answer

A)  utility gloves, mask, and eye protection.
B)  latex gloves, eye protection, and mask.
C)  overgloves and eye protection only.
D)  mask and eye protection only.

Question 8

The written program of the Hazard Communication Program must include all of the following information except:

Accepted Answer

A)  the names of all employees who are exposed to hazardous chemicals.
B)  the identity the individual responsible for the program.
C)  employee phone numbers.
D)  a description of staff training.

Question 9

Dermatitis can occur following chemical exposure by:

Accepted Answer

A)  inhalation.
B)  absorption through the lungs.
C)  skin contact.
D)  ingestion.

Question 10

All of the following information is required on an MSDS except:

Accepted Answer

A)  cost of product.
B)  health hazard information.
C)  product information.
D)  physical hazard data.

Question 11

All of the following are included in the Hazard Communication Program except:

Accepted Answer

A)  MSDSs for every chemical.
B)  an inventory of hazardous chemicals.
C)  a supply list.
D)  employee training documentation.

Question 12

The symptom(s) of acute toxicity is (are) :

Accepted Answer

A)  headache.
B)  dizziness.
C)  unconsciousness.
D)  all of the above.

Question 13

The government agency responsible for enforcing rules regarding the disposal of regulated waste is:

Accepted Answer

A)  OSHA.
B)  the EPA.
C)  the CDC.
D)  the FDA.

Question 14

All of the following areas in a dental environment require good ventilation except the:

Accepted Answer

A)  laboratory.
B)  sterilization area.
C)  darkroom.
D)  reception area.

Question 15

Scrap dental amalgam should be collected and stored in:

Accepted Answer

A)  a designated, dry, airtight container.
B)  an airtight container under photographer fixer.
C)  an airtight container under water.
D)  either b or c

Question 16

The product that does not need to be listed on the chemical inventory is:

Accepted Answer

A)  dental film.
B)  phosphoric acid etch.
C)  amalgam.
D)  composite.

Question 17

Topics in a chemical training program for employees must include:

Accepted Answer

A)  the use of hazardous chemicals.
B)  required PPE.
C)  the safe handling and disposal methods of chemicals.
D)  all of the above.

Question 18

In the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) labeling system the color yellow indicates:

Accepted Answer

A)  health hazard.
B)  reactivity.
C)  flammability.
D)  special health hazards.

Question 19

Toxicity resulting from high levels of exposure over a short period is defined as:

Accepted Answer

A)  chronic chemical toxicity.
B)  acute chemical toxicity.
C)  chemical exposure toxicity.
D)  none of the above.

Question 20

Which of the following is the classification for waste that is infectious and requires special handling,neutralization,and disposal?

Accepted Answer

A)  Contaminated waste
B)  Hazardous waste
C)  Regulated waste
D)  Nonregulated waste

Exam 23: Chemical and Waste Management

Toxicity resulting from high levels of exposure over a short period is defined as:

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Dermatitis can occur following chemical exposure by:

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Topics in a chemical training program for employees must include:

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All of the following information is required on an MSDS except:

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Scrap dental amalgam should be collected and stored in:

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All of the following are included in the Hazard Communication Program except:

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The symptom(s) of acute toxicity is (are) :

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The written program portion of the Hazard Communication Program:

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All of the following areas in a dental environment require good ventilation except the:

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The written program of the Hazard Communication Program must include all of the following information except:

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Which of the following is the classification for waste that is infectious and requires special handling,neutralization,and disposal?

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Which of the following is a form of toxicity that can be caused by chronic benzene exposure?

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All waste containers that hold potentially infectious materials must:

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When using chemicals,dental assistants must wear:

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The section of an MSDS that describes how the product will look and smell as well as other physical characteristics is:

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The product that does not need to be listed on the chemical inventory is:

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The government agency responsible for enforcing rules regarding the disposal of regulated waste is:

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In the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) labeling system the color yellow indicates:

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A victim who immediately feels the effects of a chemical spill,with symptoms of dizziness,headache,nausea,and vomiting,is experiencing:

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OSHA requires a sharps container to be all of the following except:

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