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Sunday, February 03, 2008

Community Dentistry MCQ 01

Sunday, February 03, 2008

Which of the following is false regarding prevention of transmission of M. tuberculosis bacilli?

      1. M tuberculosis bacilli (Mtb) transmission cannot occur via fomites.

      2. Mtb are major spore forming organisms, making them exceptionally difficult to kill with conventional germicides.

      3. Mtb organisms are sensitive to heat and ethylene oxide. All reusable instruments should be sterilized with heat or ethylene oxide.

      4. Patients with untreated TB should have their surgery postponed until they can receive treatment for their TB.

      5. Mtb organisms are sensitive to irradiation

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