1. Age Below 20 years 20–25 years 26–30 years Above 30 years
2. Gender Male Female
3. Level of study ND I ND II HND I HND II
4. Have you received any formal training on infection control? Yes No
5. Have you participated in clinical dental practice? Yes No
6. What is infection control? The process of preventing and controlling the spread of infections. The treatment of dental diseases. The removal of damaged teeth. The administration of drugs.
7. What is the major purpose of infection control in a dental clinic? To prevent the transmission of microorganisms. To reduce the cost of dental treatment. To improve the appearance of the clinic. To reduce the number of patients.
8. Which of the following is an example of personal protective equipment (PPE)? Gloves, face masks and protective eyewear. Dental chair and suction machine. Dental mirror and probe. Cotton wool and gauze.
9. What is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infection through contaminated hands? Regular hand hygiene. Wearing a wristwatch. Rinsing hands with plain water only. Using hand lotion.
10. Which of the following procedures is used to destroy all forms of microbial life, including bacterial spores? Cleaning. Disinfection. Sterilization. Washing.
11. Which equipment is commonly used for sterilizing dental instruments? Autoclave. Refrigerator. Incubator. Centrifuge.
12. What is cross-infection? Transmission of infection between individuals. The treatment of oral diseases. The cleaning of dental equipment. The removal of dental plaque.
13. Which of the following body fluids can transmit infections during dental procedures? Blood and saliva. Sweat only. Tears only. Urine only.
14. What should be done immediately after removing disposable gloves? Perform hand hygiene. Wear another pair without washing hands. Touch dental instruments. Rinse gloves for reuse.
15. Which of the following is a blood-borne infection of concern in dental practice? Hepatitis B. Common cold. Measles. Chickenpox.
16. Are you aware of standard precautions used in dental practice? Yes. No.
17. Do you know that all patients should be treated as potentially infectious? Yes. No.
18. Are you aware of the importance of sterilizing reusable dental instruments? Yes. No.
19. Do you know the importance of proper disposal of used needles and other sharps? Yes. No.
20. Are you aware that contaminated dental surfaces can contribute to infection transmission? Yes. No.
