California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Written Practice Exam

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How should contaminated reusable sharp instruments be transported from the treatment area to the processing area?

In an open container
In a sealed plastic bag
In a puncture-resistant container that is leak proof on the sides and the bottom
Without any special precautions

The correct answer is: In a puncture-resistant container that is leak proof on the sides and the bottom

Reusable sharp instruments should not be transported in an open container (option A) as this increases the risk of injury and contamination. Sealed plastic bags (option B) are not suitable for transport as they can easily tear or puncture, exposing the individual handling it to potential infection. Transporting contaminated sharp instruments without any special precautions (option D) is also not safe as it can increase the risk of accidental injury and further spread of contamination. The most appropriate method is to use a puncture-resistant container that is also leak proof on the sides and bottom (option C). This container is specifically designed for the safe transport of contaminated sharp objects, reducing the risk of injury to those handling them and preventing further contamination.