What is your current method for instrument processing? |
890 total votes |
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| 69% |
| a. Instruments are bagged |
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| 26% |
| b. Instruments are processed in cassettes |
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| 6% |
| c. Other |
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Do you run disinfectant through your water lines on a daily basis? |
629 total votes |
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| 45% |
| a. Yes |
|
| 55% |
| b. No |
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What are your estimated costs for infection control products per patient visit? |
597 total votes |
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| 38% |
| a. $0-$5 |
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| 43% |
| b. $6-$10 |
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| 14% |
| c. $11-$15 |
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| 6% |
| d. $16-$20 |
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How much time does your staff spend turning over a room per patient visit? |
627 total votes |
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| 34% |
| a. Less than five minutes |
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| 58% |
| b. Five-10 minutes |
|
| 7% |
| c. 11-15 minutes |
|
| 1% |
| d. 16+ minutes |
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How often do you wash your hands? |
630 total votes |
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| 47% |
| a. Every time I enter a room |
|
| 26% |
| b. After I remove my gloves |
|
| 25% |
| c. Periodically throughout the day |
|
| 2% |
| d. Before lunch |
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Do you carry disability insurance? |
629 total votes |
|
| 75% |
| a. Yes |
|
| 25% |
| b. No |
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What method of waterline disinfection do you use? |
623 total votes |
|
| 28% |
| a. Weekly chemical flushing |
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| 24% |
| b. Daily chemical flushing |
|
| 25% |
| c. Continuous treatment |
|
| 23% |
| d. None |
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How are your dental units supplied with water? |
625 total votes |
|
| 36% |
| a. Direct municipal supply |
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| 16% |
| b. Independent bottle with municipal supply |
|
| 47% |
| c. Independent bottle with distilled water |
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Do you routinely use left/right handed gloves for restorative procedures? |
631 total votes |
|
| 28% |
| a. Yes |
|
| 72% |
| b. No |
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