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Effective and Productive Instrument Processing Noel Brandon Kelsch, RDHAP
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 Abstract
In order to meet the challenges of safety, time management and asepsis,the dental health care provider must have a plan for infection control, including the use and care of dental instruments and disposables. Following the basic CDC guidelines can help to significantly reduce the risk of microbial transmission. After the patient is dismissed, the operatory must be prepared for the next patient, including the treatment of surfaces and instrument processing. There is a variety of methods available to properly reprocess instruments. Choosing a system that minimizes risk, maximizes productivity and preserves instruments is essential.
Educational Objectives
The overall goal of this course is to provide information on infection control in the dental office. Upon completion of this course, the clinician will be able to do the following:
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About the Author Noel Brandon Kelsch, RDHAP Noel Brandon Kelsch is a freelance cartoonist, writer, international speaker and Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice. Her articles have been published in dental and nursing trade magazines. She has written articles for National Journals and Corporations on Methamphetamine abuse. Her passion for getting information to the dental professional and the public on the oral effects of this devastating drug has taken her from NBC news to ESPN. Noel has received many national awards including Colgate Bright Smiles Bright Futures, RDH Magazine Sun Star Butler Award of Distinction, USA magazine Make a Difference Day award, Presidents Service award, Foster Parent of the Year, and is a five-time winner of the Castroville Artichoke cook off! Noel is the current President of California Dental Hygienists Association, a member of Organization for Safety and Asepsis Procedures and board member of Simi Valley Free Clinic.
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