Andy Rapid Fire Board Review Questions
Which method of stain removal is indicated for patients with dental implants?
Air polishing
Which one is defined as slow respiration?
Bradypnea
Which classification of furcation has evidence of moderate bone loss in furcation area and the instrument can enter furca, but cannot pass between roots?
Class II
Which method of sterilization is recommended for metal instruments and operates at 160 degrees C (320 degrees F) for 60-120 minutes?
Dry heat
Which one may cause gingival sloughing and discoloration of tooth-colored fillings?
Stannous fluoride
Which one produces symptoms of nausea and tingling in toes and fingers?
Tachypnea
Which Gracey curet is used for all anterior surfaces?
1-2
Which Gracey curet is used for the direct lingual and facial surfaces of posterior teeth?
7-8
A thin, clear unstructured organic membrane that forms over exposed tooth surfaces and restorations within minutes after professional and self-polishing techniques is called what?
Acquired pellicle
Which one is used to remove an overhang when there is an adjacent tooth present?
Amalgam knife
Dense, organized community of microorganisms that is bound to tooth and epithelium, unable to be removed with oral irrigation.
Attached plaque
Which ingredient is added to dentifrices as a preservative to prevent bacterial growth and prolong shelf life?
Benzoates
Which one is defined as a division into two parts or branches such as any two roots of a tooth?
Bifurcation
Which type of stain is associated with iron?
Black line
Which artery is located on the inside of the upper arm and is best to use on toddlers and infants?
Brachial
Which one is defined as a slowness of the heartbeat evidenced by a decrease in the pulse rate to less than 60 BPM?
Bradycardia
Which artery supplies blood to the head and neck and is located along the outer edge of the trachea?
Carotid
In which type of malocclusion is the molar relationship normal, with malposition of individual teeth or groups of teeth?
Class 1
Which classification of furcation has evidence of early bone loss in furca area and the instrument can enter the depression leading to the furca?
Class I
Which classification of mobility involves moderate horizontal mobility, greater than 1mm and no vertical movement?
Class II
In which type of malocclusion is the buccal groove of the mandibular 1st molar distal to the mesiobuccal cusp of the maxillary 1st molar, the mandible is retruded and all maxillary incisors are protruded?
Class II, Division I
In which type of malocclusion is the buccal groove of the mandibular 1st molar distal to the mesiobuccal cusp of the maxillary 1st molar, the mandible is retruded and one or more maxillary incisors are retruded?
Class II, Division II
In which type of malocclusion is the buccal groove of the mandibular 1st molar mesial to the mesiobuccal cusp of the maxillary 1st molar?
Class III
Which classification of furcation has evidence of severe bone loss in furcation area and the instrument can pass between roots through the entire furcation area?
Class III
Which G.V. Black classification includes the proximal surface of anterior teeth involving the incisal edge?
Class IV
Which classification of furcation has evidence of severe bone loss, the instrument can pass between roots and includes exposure resulting from gingival recession?
Class IV
Which one is the last distinct sound heard when taking blood pressure?
Diastolic
Which agency monitors water fluoridation?
EPA
Which level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs involves two categories, one of which involves feelings of worth?
Ego/Self-esteem
Which one is a small focal mass of enamel formed apical to the CEJ, commonly found in the division of molar roots?
Enamel Pearl
Which method of sterilization operates at 61 degrees C for 10-16 hours and used for heat-sensitive items?
Ethylene Oxide
Which one is described as light lateral pressure applied to the tooth using multidirectional strokes?
Exploratory Stroke
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, the highest levels must be satisfied first before a person can attain lower levels. (T/F)
FALSE
Humectants are added to dentifrices to help prevent separation by increasing consistency of mixture of liquid and solid ingredients. (T/F)
FALSE
Sodium fluoride causes brown stain. (T/F)
FALSE
The shepherd hook explorer has an extended lower shank and a tip that is bent at a 90-degree angle to the terminal shank. (T/F)
FALSE
The certainly lethal dose (CLD) of sodium fluoride for a child is 5 to 10 grams. (T/F)
FALSE; 5-10grams is the adult CLD, Child CLD is .5-1g
The warmer the climate, the higher the ppm of fluoride in water. (T/F)
FALSE; because people will drink more water, the concentration should be lower
Binders are added to toothpaste to help maintain moisture and consistency. (T/F)
FALSE; binders are added to thicken toothpaste
The air polisher is recommended on patients with bronchitis. (T/F)
FALSE; contraindicated
If a patient starts to hyperventilate, the hygienist should reassure them that they will be alright, sit them up and administer oxygen. (T/F)
FALSE; do NOT administer oxygen, instead have them breathe into a paper bag or their cupped hands
The dominant bacteria in initial plaque are gram-negative motile rods and spirochetes. (T/F)
FALSE; gram-positive Streptococcus are dominant in initial plaque
When a child ingests a toxic amount of fluoride, you should have them drink milk. (T/F)
FALSE; induce vomiting
The air polisher is recommended for patients with hypertension and sodium restricted diets. (T/F)
FALSE; it is contraindicated
Calculus is most easily removed when it is attached to enamel. (T/F)
FALSE; most easily removed when attached to pellicle
The purpose of an oral irrigator is to remove supra gingival plaque that is adhered to the tooth. (T/F)
FALSE; purpose is to disrupt loosely adherent plaque
An ideal disinfectant should be toxic. (T/F)
FALSE; should NOT be
The best way to determine if instruments are completely sterilized is to check the indicator strip. (T/F)
FALSE; spore testing is the best way to ensure complete sterilization
Teeth should be wet before performing a pulp vitality test to prevent the current from passing to the gingiva. (T/F)
FALSE; teeth should be dry
Oral irrigators are the MOST effective method of removing plaque when compared to other oral hygiene aids. (T/F)
FALSE; they are the LEAST effective because they only remove loosely adherent plaque
The 11-12 Gracey curet is used for the distal surface of posterior teeth. (T/F)
FALSE; used for mesial posterior teeth
Which type of intrinsic stain appears chalky white on eruption and later turns brown?
Fluorosis
Which disinfectant is considered high-level?
Glutaraldehyde
Which ingredient is added to dentifrices as a humectant to retain moisture and ensure a chemically and physically stable product?
Glycerin
Which type of curet has one cutting edge per working end and the face of the blade is offset at 60-70 degrees to the terminal shank?
Gracey (area-specific)
Which type of stain is extrinsic and should NOT be scaled because of underlying demineralized enamel?
Green
Which method of stain removal is ideal for stain found on cementum?
Instrumentation
Which level of disinfectant is commonly used in dental offices?
Intermediate
Dense, organized community of microorganisms that is freely motile in the gingival sulcus and may be removed with oral irrigation.
Loosely adherent plaque
Which type of hypertension is the most severe and progressive, rapidly leads to organ damage, and if not treated early may be fatal within 5 years?
Malignant
Which one contains 3, 6, 9, and 12mm markings?
Marquis probe
The maxillary central incisors do not align with the inter proximal of the mandibular central incisors in which type of occlusion?
Midline deviation
Which one presents teeth that are not in occlusion between the maxillary and mandibular arch?
Open bite
Which type of explorer has a straight Lower shank that permits use in deep pockets with only slight tissue displacement?
Orban-type
Which level of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is the most powerful and must be met before any others?
Physiological needs
Which type of explorer has a short, broadly curved lower shank with a sharp point and is used in shallow pockets?
Pigtail
Which ingredient is added to toothpaste to prevent dentinal hypersensitivity?
Potassium nitrate
Which oral hygiene aid is best for patients with arthritis, caregivers providing care, and dental implants?
Powered toothbrush
Which type of hypertension is also referred to as essential hypertension and is diagnosed in about 95% of cases?
Primary
Which type of prevention is defined as interventions that prevent the onset of disease or injury?
Primary
Which artery is located on the thumb side of the wrist and is the most common place to take a pulse?
Radial
Which one is defined as interventions designed to stop or minimize the progression of early disease while the patient is asymptomatic (daily fluoride gel, desensitizing agents)?
Secondary
Which type of hypertension may be caused by underlying medical conditions such as kidney damage, tumors, pregnancy, sleep apnea, or medication?
Secondary
Which medical emergency is defined as a condition in which the circulatory system does not adequately circulate blood through the body tissues?
Shock
Topical fluoride is most effective on which surface?
Smooth surfaces
Which ingredient is added to dentifrices as a detergent to loosen debris and stain?
Sodium lauryl sulfate
Which type of instrument generates no heat, but still produces water to provide the benefits of lavage?
Sonic
Which method of sterilization operates at 121 degrees C (250 degrees F) and 15-30 psi for 20 minutes and may cause corrosion of non-stainless steel instruments?
Steam autoclave
Which one uses Bacillus stearothermophilus spore testing?
Steam autoclave
Which type of bacteria is involved in the caries process?
Streptococcus mutans
Which medical emergency is defined as a sudden, transient loss of consciousness and is the MOST common medical emergency in dental offices?
Syncope
Bacillus subtilis spore testing is used with dry heat and ethylene oxide sterilization/ (T/F)
TRUE
Calculus and bleeding may interfere with probe readings. (T/F)
TRUE
Malocclusion is defined as a lack of overall ideal form in the dentition while in centric occlusion. (T/F)
TRUE
Movement of fluid within the dentinal tubules is the most common cause of dentinal hypersensitivity/ (T/F)
TRUE
Neutral sodium fluoride is recommended for bulimic patients.
TRUE
Symptoms of acute fluoride toxicity begin within 30 minutes of ingestion and may continue up to 24 hours. (T/F)
TRUE
Systemic fluoride is effective from 6 months to 14 years of age. (T/F)
TRUE
The best way to deliver fluoride to a patient with rampant caries is with fluoride trays. (T/F)
TRUE
The goal of periodontal debridement is to produce a tooth surface that is biologically healthy. (T/F)
TRUE
The hazardous waste manual contains documents about all chemicals used in the clinic and the MSDS contains information about all products used in the clinic (T/F)
TRUE
The safely tolerated dose is defined as the amount of fluoride that can be ingested without causing serious acute toxicity and is about one fourth of the certainly lethal dose. (T/F)
TRUE
The shepherd hook explorer has a short, highly curved shank and a sharp point. (T/F)
TRUE
Which one is defined as an abnormally HIGH heart rate, usually above 150 BPM?
Tachycardia
Which one is defined as interventions that prevent disability by improving or restoring function and preventing further deterioration (surgical and nonsurgical periodontal therapy, reconstructive therapy)?
Tertiary
Which type of furcations do maxillary molars have?
Trifurcation
Which type of brush is indicated for rotated teeth, implant abutments, and third molars?
Tufted
Which power scaler operates in the range of 20,000-45,000 cycles per second?
Ultrasonic
Which method of sterilization operates at 132 degrees C (270 degrees F) and 20-40 psi for 20 minutes and uses the Bacillus stearothermophilus spore testing?
Unsaturated chemical vapor
Which one contains 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 and 10mm markings?
Williams probe
