ADA Practical Guide to Effective Infection Prevention and Control, Fifth Edition

By American Dental Association

The ADA Practical Guide to Effective Infection Prevention and Control, Fifth Edition serves as a vital resource for dental professionals, clinicians and students, providing up-to-date, science-based strategies for infection prevention and control within dental and treatment environments. It incorporates the latest recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and federal agencies, ensuring readers are equipped with authoritative and practical guidance. Key Features Chapter on Dental Water Quality and Special Considerations: Addresses waterline safety, waterborne pathogens, and unique challenges in dental water management. Chapter on Pandemic Preparedness: Provides protocols for managing emerging infectious diseases, including COVID-19, with adaptive strategies for dental practices. Updated guidelines: Synthesizes the most current science-based recommendations from the CDC, OSHA, FDA and EPA for comprehensive infection control. Self-assessment checklist: An interactive tool enabling readers to evaluate their infection control practices and identify areas for improvement. Review questions: End-of-chapter questions designed to reinforce understanding and facilitate self-study. Continuing education (CE) quiz: A comprehensive quiz providing opportunities for professional CE credit upon successful completion.

Online e-book access: Readers gain complimentary access to a digital version of the book for convenient reference and ongoing learning.

• Format: Spiral-bound
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1684471672
• ISBN13: 9781684471676
• Release Date: June 2022
• Publisher: American Dental Association
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.4" x 10.9"
• Age Range: 17 years and up