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Infection Control-Related Administrative Policies and Work Restrictions

COURSE NUMBER: 473

Michaell A. Huber, DDS; Geza T. Terezhalmy, DDS, MA; Denise Kissell, BSDH, EFDA, MPH

Credit Hours:

1 Hour(s)

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Participants in this course will be introduced to evidence-based information on infection control-related administrative policies and work restrictions to minimize (1) adverse reactions to latex products, (2) exposure of susceptible oral he...

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Overview

Participants in this course will be introduced to evidence-based information on infection control-related administrative policies and work restrictions to minimize (1) adverse reactions to latex products, (2) exposure of susceptible oral healthcare personnel (OHCP) to opportunistic infections, and (3) the exposure of patients to OHCP who have been exposed to or are infected with transmissible pathogens.


This course provides best available evidence for the development of strategies to minimize latex-related problems among oral healthcare personnel (OHCP) and patients, to minimize the exposure of OHCP with acute or chronic diseases to patients who have been diagnosed with a transmissible infectious disease, and to minimize the exposure of patients to OHCP who have been exposed to or have been diagnosed with an infectious disease.


Syllabus: Infection Prevention, Hazardous Waste Management, and Hazard Communication Compliance

The information in this 13-module syllabus is intended (1) to meet initial educational/training requirements for Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, and Dental Assistant Students as mandated by OSHA and other federal, state, local and professional organizations, (2) to provide a framework for an in-service training program in oral healthcare settings to meet annual educational/training requirements as mandated by OSHA and other federal, state, local and professional organizations, and (3) to serve as a resource for oral healthcare personnel wishing to review evidence-based information on specific topics related to infection prevention, hazardous waste management, and hazard communication compliance.

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  • Intended Audience:

    Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Students, Dental Hygiene Students, Dental Assisting Students

  • Date Course Online:

    Jul 1, 2015

  • Last Revision Date:

    Apr 7, 2024

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Apr 6, 2027

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

    148

  • Technical Requirements:

    Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the dental professional should be able to:


  • Develop and implement administrative policies and work-practice controls to minimize latex-related adverse effects among patients and OHCP.
  • Develop and implement administrative policies and work restrictions for OHCP susceptible to opportunistic infections.
  • Develop and implement administrative policies and work restrictions for OHCP exposed to or infected with transmissible pathogens.

Disclaimers

  • P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.

  • Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice.  Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.


Note:  Registration is required to take test.


Please Note:


  • This course may not satisfy individual state requirements on CDC/Infection Control. Please check with your State Board to verify.

  • Iowa dental professionals: This course complies with the Iowa Dental Board for recertification in the area of infection control standards, as established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • Dr. Terézhalmy has done consulting work for Procter & Gamble and has served on the dentalcare.com Advisory Board. He has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
  • Dr. Huber has done consulting work for Procter & Gamble and serves on the dentalcare.com Advisory Board.
  • Ms. Kissell reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course. She has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Dr. Michaell A. Huber is a 1980 graduate from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School, San Antonio, Texas. Upon graduation, he embarked upon 22-year career serving in the United States Navy Dental Corps. He...

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Submission Information

Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) Submission For credit transfers to appear in your AGD account in real time, make sure to add your AGD membership number in the field provided on the “Share Your Test Score” page.


CE Broker For all states that use CE Broker for licensure, “proof of completions” are electronically reported the first of every month. If a course was taken in November, the “proof of completion” will be submitted the beginning of December.

Recognition

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Approved PACE Program Provider

THE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY


Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit.

Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.


8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027

Provider ID# 211886

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AADH Approved Program Provider

Procter & Gamble is designated as an approved Provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHPGC (January 1, 2024-December 31, 2025). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit.