Table 2 Correct answers of participants on designed Knowledge questionnaire
Question number | Knowledge on COVID-19 | Correct answer (%) |
|---|---|---|
1 | It is mandatory to use mouthwash before providing dental services | 263 (97.6) |
2 | During the corona epidemic, all dental services (emergency and non-emergency) should be provided in medical centers | 229 (84.8) |
3 | The use of a sterile disposable package is required to provide all medical services for each patient | 226 (83.6) |
4 | The screening form should be completed by the clients in the clinic | 220 (81.4) |
There is nothing wrong with consuming food in the dental environment | ||
5 | It is essential to have a companion in the waiting area of the clinic | 221 (82.0) |
6 | Bringing personal belongings to medical wards is allowed | 233 (86.3) |
7 | Strong and proper ventilation is required in all areas of the clinic medical center (including a reception hall, waiting area, and treatment department) | 188 (69.7) |
8 | The presence of alcohol disinfection gels is necessary to disinfect the hands | 252 (93.4) |
9 | Only the use of a protective mask with a filter mask is sufficient for all medical staff of the clinic | 196 (72.5) |
10 | The use of masks, shields, disposable guns, sleeves, hats, and shoe covers is mandatory for all medical staff of the clinic | 223 (82.7) |
11 | The use of a three-layer mask is mandatory for patients when receiving medical services and attending the clinic | 152 (56.2) |
12 | Mask and shield coverage is mandatory for the dentist and her/his assistant | 228 (84.7) |
13 | The use of an N95 mask is mandatory for patients while receiving medical services | 244 (90.3) |
14 | Only emergency dental treatments should be performed during this pandemic | 188 (69.7) |
15 | Non-emergency dental treatment is essential during this pandemic | 154 (57.2) |
16 | Emergency dental services include toothache, progressive infection control, and control of patients' bleeding, as well as cases that could potentially pose a risk to the patient's health if left untreated | 195 (72.3) |
17 | Covid 19 is transmitted through respiratory droplets | 234 (86.7) |
18 | If the hands are contaminated, the use of an alcoholic disinfectant is sufficient | 185 (68.6) |
19 | Rinsing your mouth before treatment is the most effective way to protect your corona | 212 (78.5) |
20 | Having a shield during the examination is essential for the dentist and assistant | 156 (57.7) |
21 | Having an N95 mask is essential for the dentist and assistant during the examination | 246 (91.3) |
22 | Do you know what the right personal protective equipment is? | 169 (62.8) |
23 | Hand hygiene is no longer required if personal protective equipment is used | 156 (57.9) |
24 | The use of shields (facial protection) is mandatory for the patient when receiving treatment | 238 (88.3) |
25 | The patient must use a filter mask when receiving dental services | 254 (94.2) |
26 | Close contact with an infected person is the most important risk factor for the disease | 214 (79.6) |
27 | Treatments that lead to the production of fine droplets, the use of an N95 mask is mandatory for dentists and assistants | 220 (81.7) |