Infection Control · single question
As a dental employer, which vaccine is NOT mandatory to offer to employees?
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Correct answer: C. Tuberculosis test (not vaccine)
For TB, employees must first be tested (Mantoux test); BCG vaccine is not used routinely in the US dental setting. The source notes 'hep b, mumps, measles' are needed; TB requires testing first.
- A. ❌ Influenza is strongly recommended.
- B. ❌ Hepatitis B vaccine IS required by OSHA to be offered to at-risk employees.
- C. ✅ CORRECT (per source) – TB requires testing first; BCG vaccine is not standard for US dental workers.
- D. ❌ MMR IS required/recommended for healthcare workers.
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