RDA Practice

31. during a sealant procedure the process of polymerization occurs during which of the following methods?

using occurring light of sufficient strength to penetrate the sealant material, using a self-cure material which does not require the use of a curing light

22. while cleaning contaminated instruments and assistant receives a percutaneous injury to the finger. The assistant should FIRST ____:

wash hands with soap and water

4.Which of the following is an example of an OSHA-required sharp with engineered injury protection?

A self-sheathing needle attached to a dental anesthetic syringe

72. Etchant material is ____

All: a. typically, electric blue in color b. 37-39% phosphoric acid c. very bitter tasting.

95. which item of personal protective equipment must be removed before leaving operatories or areas of patient activities?

B. Gloves

85. the medical term for chest pain is?

B. angina

183. which of the following is an example of regulated medical waste?

B. biopsy tissue

106. an abnormal decrease of glucose in the blood can cause

B. hypoglycemia

101. the coronal polishing procedure is ___

B. the removal of stain following scaling

130. An analgesic would be prescribed for

C. pain relief

6.Which of the following should be performed FIRST if an adult patient does not have a pulse?

Call for emergency

128. ______is the act of providing information, verbally or in writing, ensuring the understanding by the patient as to the nature of the proposed dental treatment

D. informed consent

27. according to state law who is legally allowed to place a base during a restorative procedure?

Dentist, RDA

20. which of the following products contains calcium hydroxide?

Dycal

16. the portion of a dental instrument held by the operator is called the ____:

Handle

30. are sealants the only preventive measure used in dentistry?

No

3.According to the Dental Board regulations, how long should sterilization monitoring records be stored?

One year

9.Who legally owns a patient's dental radiographs?

The dentist

1.What charting symbol indicates a tooth that is not visible in the mouth?

X through the tooth

28. according to the dental board regulations what is the proper method for the contaminating impressions before sending them to the laboratory?

a clean and disinfect using an intermediate level disinfectant

213. which of the following is recommended for managing contamination of digital radiographic sensors that cannot be heat sterilized?

a period the use of impervious barriers followed by cleaning and disinfection

34. to prevent alveolitis after tooth extraction the patient should be instructed to___:

a rinse vigorously the first 24 hours, take aspirin for the first 24 hours, place ice packs on the face, avoid drinking through a straw

169. for a right-handed dentist, where is a static zone located?

a. 12-2 o' clock

90. which classification of movement is defined as movement of fingers only such as picking up a single item from a flat surface?

a. Class I

246. How do you refer to your boyfriend?

a. Mai lob <3

50. what type of radiograph is most commonly exposed during endodontic procedures?

a. Periapical

78. used radiograph fixer solution is usually considered

a. a hazardous waste

214. Solutions used for cooling and navigating during oral surgical procedures must be delivered through___

a. a sterile delivery device

117. a provisional coverage also could be called ______

a. a temporary restoration or an indirect provisional restoration

129. when the body reacts negativity to a drug, what is occurring

a. adverse effect

149. when should chairside environmental barriers be changed?

a. after every patient

176. when should impervious barriers used in the dental operatory be changed?

a. after every patient

173. what is a luting agent?

a. an adhesive, like a cement, that holds two structures together

190. another term used to describe a systemic allergic reaction is ____ and is a life threatening condition

a. anaphylaxis

197. ____ is a substance that causes an immune response

a. antigen

204. _____ is a surgical procedure involving the removal of the tip of the root

a. apicoectomy

2.A base is placed:

a. as a measure of protection for the pulp. b. when decay or damage is too close to the pulp. c. on the floor of the tooth preparation

210. Torn gloves should be replaced ___

a. as soon as possible

64. In emergency care of the acronym AED represents

a. automated external defibrillator

66. how are brackets adhered to a tooth?

a. cement

194. in performing cardiovascular resuscitation on adult patient, the first important step to perform is:

a. checking the patient for responsiveness

103. stains that may be removed from the surfaces of the teeth are

a. extrinsic stains

223. in accordance with dental board regulations, the dental unit water lines must be ____ between each patient

a. flushed with water for 20 seconds

192. have the common medical emergencies in a dental setting, the emergency where a patient experiences a bad mood, anxiety and appears sweaty is____

a. hypoglycemia

61. sealants are placed _____

a. in pits and fissures

151. what damage can result from using the prophy angle at high speed?

a. it can cause frictional heat

167. what piece of lab equipment is used to grind away plaster or stone?

a. model trimmer

155. a scavenger unit is used for respiratory protection during the use of_______

a. nitrous oxide

45. what is the difference between filled and unfilled sealants regarding retention rates?

a. no difference

161. what surface of the posterior tooth where the dentist answer with the rotary burr when opening a canal for root canal therapy?

a. occlusal

77. which of the following modes of disease transmission best describes a human bite

a. parenteral

181. according to regulations, protective eyewear, surgical masks, gloves, and gowns or lab coats are ____

a. personal protective equipment

153. what is the more common term for dental prophylaxis?

a. prophy

108. the diagnosis of inflamed pulp tissue is

a. pulpitis

92. what benefits does etchant provide during the bonding process?

a. roughens up the enamel and/or dentinal layers and preparation for bonding

139. the ______ position places the patient's head lower than their feet

a. sub-supine

143. the term festooning means to

a. trim

215. on the California RDA rain examination, only the clinical name, not the brand name, of a material will be used

a. true

216. zpc should always be mixed on a cool, glass slab incorporating the powder into the liquid and small, but steady, increments

a. true

217. when mixing material, make sure all the powder is incorporated into the liquid prior to adding more powder

a. true

219. when fabricating a provisional it is important to check the mesial and distal contacts

a. true

220. a registered dental assistant in extended functions may return just and cement permanent indirect restorations

a. true

221. a digital sensor used for digital x-rays requires the u7 impervious barrier prior to placement in the patient's mouth

a. true

224. indirect vision is the process of using a mouth mirror for vision in the oral cavity

a. true

227. a registered to dental assistant or registered dental assistant in extended functions who holds a permit as an orthodontic assistant or dental sedation assistant shall not be required to complete additional continuing education requirements beyond that which is required for licensure renewal in order to renew either permit

a. true

228. it is impressional conduct for licensed person to perform or hold him or herself out as able to perform, professional services beyond the scope of his or her license and field or fields of competence as established by his or her education, experience, and training

a. true

231. the dental assistant has an obligation to enhance professional competency through continuous learning, incorporating new knowledge into daily performance of delegated services

a. true

232. the dentist relies on the honesty of the patient to gather the facts necessary to form a proper diagnosis

a. true

233. the dentist has a duty to communicate truthfully. this principle expresses the concept that professionals have a duty to be honest and trustworthy in their dealings with people

a. true

236. a mylar strip is used as a matrix for anterior composite restorations

a. true

237. when seated properly, the Matrix band will sit 2 mm above the occlusal surface

a. true

239. wages are supplied in plastic and Flash or wood and are triangular and/or round

a. true

242. The RDA may not Mill the final restoration on the cad/cam machine as this is considered fabrication of a permanent restoration - a procedure only allowed to be performed by an rdaef (licensed after 1/1/2010) or a dentist

a. true

245. a poorly placed wedge will create an overhang in the restoration

a. true

177. according to dental board regulations, biological monitors for assessing the effectiveness of a sterilizer are to be used _______ for each sterilizer used in the dental office

a. weekly

113. which of the listed instruments is categorized as a restorative instrument?

a. woodson plastic instrument

123. according to the OSHA bloodborne pathogens standard, it's dental office must have an exposure control plan that is ______:

a. written and reviewed at least once every year

110. what portion of the pole would have the dentist remove in a pulpotomy?

a.coronal portion

53. ______ provides removal of large amounts of fluid and debris from the patient's mouth

a.high volume evacuator

93. a self etching adhesive eliminates the need to

a.rince etchant from the tooth

243. dentist should always perform a final check of the RDA performed computer impression prior to the final milling of a permanent crown

a.true

138. the assistant's stool should be positioned

b. 4 to 6 inches above the operator

105. what kind of allergic response could be life threatening?

b. Anaphylaxis

56. routine hand washing removes______:

b. most of the transient microbes and some of the resident microbes

25. spreaders and pluggers are used in the ____:

b. operation of a root canal

100. safety data sheets are required by OSHA'S ______:

b. Hazard communication standard

80. what is the main cause of sealant failures?

b. Moisture contamination

157. the chair side assistant should return the scan the patient during treatment from their head to their feet. if there is a problem with the patient that the assistant can observe, it is said to be _____

b. a sign

145. in accordance with dental board regulations, the high-speed handpiece line and air/water syringe should be flushed with water _______

b. after each patient

120. a surgical mask must be changed

b. after every patient

222. The ____ is the part of the orthodontic fixed appliance that initiates and establishes tooth movement in the arch

b. arch wire

202. an automated external defibrator (AED) is used for all except to ____:

b. automatically perform CPR for 15 minutes

188. universal/recyclable waste is defined as___

b. batteries and fluorescent lamps

69. which device is used to assist in keeping a patient's mouth open during a restorative procedure?

b. bite block

87. _____ is the main difference medicament found in a dental liner and stimulates secondary dentin

b. calcium hydroxide

178. _____ gloves are to be used when the dental operator is broken down, striped of its barriers and surface disinfected using a germicidal agent

b. chemical resistant utility gloves

162. ______must proceed any disinfection or sterilization process

b. cleaning

172. the _____are used to trim around the margin of a stainless steel crown

b. crown and bridge scissors

122. the accessibility of the exposure control plan for employees is the responsibility of the_____

b. employer

98. which of the party is responsible for ensuring the safety data sheet is available in the workplace for each hazardous material?

b. employer

218. it is acceptable and customary to trim provisional intraorally

b. false

225. DA's or RDA's can perform a mouth mirror inspection of the oral cavity

b. false

226. When performing enough mirror inspection, the assistance with diagnosed their findings

b. false

229. only the dentist has a duty to respect each patient's individuality, humanity, and autonomy and decision-making

b. false

230. as a matter of ethics, the dental assistant should NOT follow the wishes of an adult's patient who asks that a suspected case of abuse and / or neglect not be reported, even when such a report is not mandated by law

b. false

234. the diagonal slots on the head of the Tofflemire retainer are always facing the buccal

b. false

235. the Matrix band creates a temporary proximal for class 1 tooth preparations

b. false

238. wedges should always be placed from the buccal

b. false

240. another name for the Tofflemire retainer is a sectional Matrix retainer

b. false

241. it is illegal for an unlicensed dental assistant to obtain intraoral images from computer aided CAD design units like cerec

b. false

244. during an office bleaching, there's no harm done if some bleaching material touches soft tissue

b. false

74. when using the air/water syringe during dental treatment, which of the following personal protective equipment items is required by the dental board regulations?

b. gloves, mask, gown, and eye protection

44. why is clear sealant material less desirable?

b. it is more difficult to evaluate

82. what does the AED provide to the heart?

b. jolt of an electrical current

146. ____ is a slow moving reaction contained to one area of the body

b. localized allergic reaction

205. the material placed in a denture that will pinpoint sore spots is called

b. p i p paste

171. The ____ grasp is when the instrument is held in the palm of the operator's hand

b. palm grasp

203. according to state law, who is legally allowed to remove excess cement with the hand instrument?

b. rda

36. the dental unit provides necessary electricity and hoses with air and water to the patient chair and the _______ delivery system is positioned behind the patient's head

b. rear

182. according to osha, safety measures that should be taken when using dental materials with potentially hazardous chemicals must be found in a _____

b. safety data sheet

24. clinical considerations for patients with bronchial asthma should include ______:

b. shorter appointments to reduce stress

134. the irrigation solution most commonly used during the root canal therapy is

b. sodium hypochlorite

81.. what is the purpose of coronal polishing?

b. to remove stains and plaque

184. the first step in addressing or treating an accidental exposure injury should be_____

b. wash the exposed skin with soap and water

73. instrument cassettes should be wrapped_______

b.after cleaning and before sterilization

164. fixed prosthodontics is commonly referred to as

b.crown and bridge

118. the two types of temporary crowns are _____ or _______

b.custom or performed

71. The smear layer is ______:

bot a protective secretion produced by the layers of the teeth

55. when using etchant how long is it left on the tooth structure?

c. 15-20 seconds

62. what is the range of shelf life of sealants materials?

c. 18-36 months

47. what is the ratio of breaths to compressions for an adult victim when CPR is performed?

c. 2 breaths/30 compressions

91. dental instruments used in general dentistry are divided into ____ categories of restorative procedures

c. 4

89. motions are categorized into _____ categories dependent upon the extent of the motion and the nature of the movement

c. 5

38. what is a temporary sedative dressing or direct provisional restoration?

c. A temporary filling

26. which instrument is ideal for carving occlusal amalgams?

c. Discoid-cleoid Carver

131. which would be an example of an antibiotic?

c. Erythromycin

88. ______is a surgical periodontal treatment

c. Gingivectomy

42. according to OSHA which infection control measure is considered the most critical for reducing the transmission of microbes in the healthcare setting?

c. Hand-washing

41. ________ is defined as being primary large particles of water,saliva, blood, microorganisms, and other debris found in the spray from dental handpieces

c. Spatter

174. once a permanent restoration is cemented in place with permanent cement the only way to remove it is with ____

c. a handpiece and bur

121. all disinfectants should be used

c. according to the manufacturer's directions

140. a custom temporary is made out of ___ material

c. acrylic

199. the "A" in the CAB of basic life support stands for ____:

c. airway

158. if epinephrine is found in the office emergency kit, it is commonly used for what purpose?

c. allergic reaction

148. which of the following would be regulated under OSHA's Hazard communication standard?

c. bonding etchant

104. the medication a patient with asthma would most likely carry at all times is

c. bronchodilator

206. what is the main effective ingredient in tooth lining material?

c. carbamide peroxide

51. all but which instrument listed as part of a basic instrument setup?

c. college pliers

132. a drug that is prescribed to slow the clotting of blood is ___

c. coumadin

144. when putting on personal protective equipment, which item should be put on last, just before patient care begins?

c. gloves

135. the material commonly used for feeling and endodontically treated canal is

c. gutta percha

60. which of the following viral infections can be prevented through immunization?

c. hepatitis b

46. if a blood pressure reading of 142/96 is obtained on an adult it is classified as

c. hypertension

54. which two materials are best used as a temporary sedative dressing?

c. intermediate restorative material and zinc oxide eugenol

124. stains that cannot be removed from the surfaces of the teeth are ___

c. intrinsic stains

147. according to OSHA requirements, sharps container must be

c. leak proof, puncture resistant and closable

48. a surgical dressing that is applied to the surgical site for protection is called a ___?

c. periodontal dressing

111. during the instrument exchange process, the assistant hands off an instrument to the dentist so that the working end of the instrument is pointed toward the arch (maxillary or mandibular) being worked on. the term used to describe this exchange method is called:

c. position of use

67. what endodontic procedure would be performed to partially remove the pulp?

c. pulpotomy

196. ____ is another type of vital sign that measures the concentration of oxygen in the blood

c. pulse oximetry

189. a percutaneous sharps injury refers to a

c. sharps injury that does penetrate the skin and requires reporting

212. which of the following best describes the appropriate container for biopsy specimen?

c. single-use leak proof container with a biohazard symbol

142. which of the following can be used as a both a provisional coverage for adults patients and a permanent restoration for pediatric patients?

c. stainless steel crown

40. which set of precautions is intended to prevent exposure to all body fluids?

c. standard

84. what is this medical term for fainting?

c. syncope

102. what is the purpose of selective polishing?

c. to polish only teeth with stain

127. if a medication were placed a sublingually, where would it be placed?

c. under the tongue

211 to reduce the risk of a disease transmission in the dental office, it is recommended to____

c. use disposable items whenever possible

119. routine hand washing for dental health care personnel includes the use of _____

c. water and plain liquid soap

68. what portion of a dental instrument has a blade, point or nib?

c. working end

52 when working with a left-handed dentist the instrument transfer zone is located where?

c.between 5 and 8 o' clock

96. what agency regulates the registration of disinfectants and chemical sterilent used in dentistry?

c.epa

133. the term obturate means to

c.fill a pulpal canal

86. _____ is a mandated section within an office OSHA manual that is used to communicate the chemical hazards of each of the materials and solutions used by an employee

c.hazard communication plan

163. _____is a removable prosthesis that replaces one or several teeth

c.partial

165. what could be a contraindication to a patient receiving fixed prosthodontics?

c.poor oral hygiene

166. the required hand protection when processing instruments in preparation of sterilization is

c.puncture resistant utility gloves

116. if a material notes that it is " dual cure " that means _____

c.the material will enter the initial setting phase on its own but needs the curing light to complete the setting process

32. a patient with which of the following medical conditions may benefit from prophylactic sublingual nitroglycerin?

cardiovascular disorders

152. what oil conditions Contra indicate the use of an ultrasonic scalar?

d all of the above including patients with demineralization, narrow periodontal pockets, and exposed dentin

126. toward which direction should the polishing stroke be directed?

d both a and c are correct, a is towards the incisal and c. toward the occlusal

109. another term for necrotic is ____

d both b and c are correct dead and non-vital

39. according to state law, who is legally allowed to place a liner during a restorative procedure?

d. Both A and B (Dentist and RDA)

94. according to state law who is legally allowed to place etchant on tooth structure for purposes of a restoration or dental sealants?

d. Both a. Dentist and B. RDA

185. _____ is the Benchmark microorganism that classifies a disinfectant as intermediate

d. M. tuberculosis var bovis

198. an effective product from the office emergency kit when needing to treat a patient experiencing a painting episode is:

d. ammonia inhalant

170. for a left-handed dentist, the assistant's zone is located

d. between 8 and 10 o' clock

195.______ is a measurement of how hard the heart must work to pump blood through the body

d. blood pressure

201. the dental assistants responsibility in an emergency situation is to:

d. both a and b are correct including a. recognize the symptoms and signs of a significant medical complaint b. provide appropriate support in implementing emergency procedures

154. who can perform a dental prophylaxis?

d. both a and c are correct including dentist and dental hygienist

79. what patient safety precautions should be considered when one is placing sealants?

d. both a and c are correct statements: A. keep the etchant off the soft tissue and c. have the patient wear eyewear

141. according to state law who is legally allowed to fabricate and cement a provisional restoration?

d. both a dentist and RDA

200. what is a contraindication for patient when the procedure calls for gingival retraction cord impregnated with epinephrine?

d. cardiovascular disease

59. the OSHA Hazard communication standard is based on the premise that an employee has the right to know about the ______:

d. chemicals in the office

75. according to the board regulations, instruments, items or devices that penetrate soft tissue or bone are categorized as _____

d. critical

209. instruments with the greatest risk of transmitting infection are ___

d. critical instruments

160. what type of moisture control is recommended for root canal therapy?

d. dental dam

29. a single-use item reduces the risk of disease transmission because it is _____:

d. discarded and not reused

150. the primary active agents in the solution used for unsaturated chemical vapors sterilization is:

d. formaldehyde

168. which technique is used by the operator to prevent injury to the patient if the operator's hand or the instrument slips while they use during treatment?

d. fulcrum

136. similar to a hatchet the _____ instrument has a curved blade is not flat and the cutting end is angled

d. gingival margin trimmer

156. the use of interest oxide and oxygen gases together is known as what?

d. inhalation sedation

99. which of the following statements most accurately defines engineering controls?

d. materials and devices that prevent employee exposure to hazardous or infectious substances

37. which instrument is used to place and remove elastic ties and remove orthodontic separators? ​

d. orthodontic scaler

49. when, in Centric occlusion, the mandibular anterior teeth cannot be seen, the diagnosis is _____

d. overbite

63. which of the below is most commonly used in the medical emergency?

d. oxygen

107. when the dentist taps on a tooth, what diagnostic test is being performed?

d. percussion

193. if the patient experiences and asthma attack while being treated, the dental team should

d. perform all of the above procedures including: a. remove all materials from the patient's mouth b. place the patient in an upright seated position c. and the patient their bronchodilator

175. zinc oxide eugenol is what type of cement?

d. permanent and temporary

70. which orthodontic instrument is used to snip off wire ligatures once they have been tied around the bracket?

d. pin and ligature cutter

57. the primary reason a surgical face mask must be used during a dental procedure is to:

d. protect the DHCP from exposure to spatter spray or splash

187. photochemical waste is defined as

d. radiographic lead foil and fixer

43. a used dental anesthetic needle is an example of _______

d. regulated waste

179. the correct steps to take when a glove ribs or tears during a procedure are ___

d. remove the glove, wash and dry hands, and don new gloves

180. the purpose of dating packages of sterilized instruments is to ____

d. retrieve packs in the event of a sterilization failure

137. A ___ control the dental hand pieces and is attached to the dental unit via hoses

d. rheostat

112. which non mechanical dental hand instrument is best to used to remove dental caries?

d. spoon excavator

83. _______ is a term used to describe what a patient is feeling and is unobservable to the dental assistant or dentist

d. symptom

191. of the common medical emergencies in a dental setting, emergency where patient experiences nausea, pounding heartbeat and feeling warm is

d. syncope

76. according to the occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) , annual bloodborne pathogens training program should include

d. the modes of disease transmission

58. employees must receive training regarding hazardous chemicals at what interval(s)?

d. upon hire, whenever a new Hazard is introduced, and at least annually

207. using traditional radiographic procedures, which of the following is considered a clinical contact surface?

d. x-ray control panel

186. Hazard communication labeling is required when using secondary containers for products / materials used in the dental office. the purpose of the labeling is to ___

d.all of the above including: a. communicate the hazardous chemicals in the product b. communicate the location of the safety data sheet in the SDS binder c. communicate the level of risk of flammability, health reaction and PPE to be used around the product

114. which of the listed instruments is categorized as an examination instrument?

d.cotton forceps

97. which of the following is the best infection control practice for clinical contact services that are difficult or impossible to clean?

d.covering services with an impervious barrier

35. the dental specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disease and supporting tissues is _____:

d.periodontics

65. to ease the placement of orthodontic bands, what procedure is completed to open the contact between teeth?

d.placement of a separator

159.______is a specific area on a partial or denture that may press or rub against the underlying soft tissue

d.pressure point

125. which is the most common technique for stain removal?

d.rubber cup polishing

12.A critical step for healthcare workers in preventing the spread of disease is proper hygiene of one's ________:

hands

17. which of the following describes the best way to remain approachable to an anxious patient?

encourage questions

23. why are pits and fissures accessible to caries?

fluoride is less effective in these areas, these areas are hard to evaluate on the radiograph

8.When setting up an instrument tray or cassette, the instruments should be set up ___________:

from left to right

10.Calcium hydroxide is used in dentistry as a _________:

liner

15.Angle's classifications are used to classify and describe_________:

malocclusion

208. what is the proper management for work services that become contaminated with blood?

see. clean and then disinfect

19. the dental history portion of a patient record provides the dental team with what information?

previous dental care and treatment

11.Prior to sterilization, loose contaminated instruments are processed in an ultrasonic cleaner to

remove debris and bioburden

5.The air/water syringe is primarily used during the coronal polishing procedure to ________:

remove the remaining paste

33. which of the following is one sign of anaphylactic shock?

respiratory distress

7.Oral surgical procedures require the use of _________:

sterile irrigating solutions using a sterile delivery system

14.Elevating the patient's feet above the head to increase blood flow to the brain is the response to what medical condition?

syncope

115. The term polymerization means to _____

the all of the above including cure, set, harden

18. the patient chart is a permanent record in the dental office and is a property of whom?

the dentist

13.The purpose of dental sealants is __________:

to prevent decay in the pits and fissures of teeth

21. what type of mechanical device is used to clean contaminated instruments prior to sterilization?

ultrasonic