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What's Wrong With This Picture?

Jun 11, 2018
Infection Control Check-up from the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP)
Can you identify the breach(es) in infection prevention and safety procedures in this photo taken after completion of a treatment procedure?  Check your answer below.


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Answer: The contaminated dental instruments are being transported in an open tray, increasing the risk of sharps injury.  The gloves are of the wrong type: heavy duty utility gloves should be used when handling contaminated instruments to protect against sharps injury.

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