Dental Assisting Term 1 Mid-term
For sterilization to occur using an immersion disinfectant, items must be immersed for a minimum of _____ hours. A. 2 B. 6 C. 12 D. 24
B. 6
The normal resting pulse rate of an adult is _____beats per minute. A. 70 to 120 B. 60 to 100 C. 35 to 50 D. 50 to 90
B. 60 to 100
Which of the following is true regarding the use of spore testing to monitor sterilization? A. A positive culture indicates successful sterilization. B. A positive culture indicates a sterilization failure has occurred. C. Spore testing is a process indicator, meaning that processing occurred, but it doesn't indicate sterility. D. Spore testing is a process integrator and does not indicate sterility of the contents.
B. A positive culture indicates a sterilization failure has occurred.
Each of the following is an advantage of an electronic dental record except: A. safeguarding access in many locations of the dental office. B. Answer lower initial cost than paper dental records. C. easier inquiries regarding insurance status than paper dental office records. D. sharing health information with authorized providers.
B. Answer lower initial cost than paper dental records.
Which of the following is the most common route of patient to dental team disease transmission in the dental office? A. Droplet infection through inhaling aerosol generated by the dental handpiece B. Correct! Direct contact with the patient's blood or saliva C. Indirect contact with a contaminated surface D. Indirect contact with a contaminated instrument
B. Correct! Direct contact with the patient's blood or saliva
Which of the following is a clinical dental assistant who has acquired advanced training in clinical functions that have been approved by the Dental Practice Act within the state where they are practicing, provided that she or he has met state requirements for these functions? A. Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) B. Expanded-Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) C. Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) D. On-The-Job (OTJ) Dental Assistant
B. Expanded-Function Dental Assistant (EFDA)
Infectious waste is defined as which of the following? A. It is not found in the dental office. B. It is contaminated waste that is capable of transmitting an infectious disease. C. It is disposed of as general waste. D. It is equivalent to medical waste.
B. It is contaminated waste that is capable of transmitting an infectious disease.
Which function of the mouth mirror helps guard the tongue or cheek against accidental injury caused by a dental bur? A. Indirect vision B. Tissue protection C. Cheek retraction D. Light reflection
B. Tissue protection
What is indirect vision? A. Straight on" visual effect B. Viewing an object with a mirror C. Using a computer monitor to visualize what is seen with a probe D. Having a mentor guiding you through a procedure
B. Viewing an object with a mirror
Which of the following is the correct sequence for handwashing and gloving? A. Wash your hands before you put on gloves, but not after you remove gloves. B. Wash your hands before you put on gloves and immediately after you remove gloves. C. Wash your hands only after you remove gloves. D. You do not need to wash your hands if you wear gloves.
B. Wash your hands before you put on gloves and immediately after you remove gloves.
Why is it important for packages to dry inside the steam sterilizer before storage? A. Part of the sterilization cycle involves drying or desiccation of bacterial spores. B. Wicking of bacteria can occur through wet packaging material. C. The process indicator will not work if it is moist. D. The process integrator will not work if it is dry.
B. Wicking of bacteria can occur through wet packaging material.
The patient record is: A. a temporary document. B. a permanent document. C. not considered a legal document. D. not sufficient enough to be used as a reference tool in a forensic case.
B. a permanent document.
A patient who reports for an initial appointment should be: A. asked to provide a social security number. B. asked to complete a medical and dental history, and be told why the information is needed. C. asked to fill out patient forms and answer questions over the phone. D. notified that the form does not need to be signed.
B. asked to complete a medical and dental history, and be told why the information is needed.
In a tray setup, the instruments placed the farthest to the left are _________ instruments. A. hand cutting B. basic setup C. additional examination D. restorative
B. basic setup
The best way to determine whether sterilization has occurred is to use: A. process integrators. B. biologic monitors. C. process indicators. D. color-changing sterilization bags or tape.
B. biologic monitors.
The artery most commonly used to take a pulse when performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation is the _____artery. A. brachial B. carotid C. femoral D. radial
B. carotid
All of the following are goals of team dentistry, or four-handed dentistry, except to: A. minimize stress and fatigue during dental procedures. B. cause back pain and muscle aches. C. follow motion economy during instrument transfer. D, use moisture control techniques to improve visibility of the work field.
B. cause back pain and muscle aches.
The clinical examination form includes: A. the plan of care B. charting for existing restorations and present conditions. C. progress notes. D. informed consent.
B. charting for existing restorations and present conditions.
Instrument processing should flow in a single loop from dirty, to _______, to storage. A. sterile B. clean, to sterile C. preclean, to clean D. preclean, to clean, to sterile
B. clean, to sterile
The most graphic and detailed part of the patient record is the: A. patient registration form. B. clinical examination form. C. treatment plan. D. progress notes section.
B. clinical examination form.
The ideal instrument-processing area should be: A. large enough for several assistants to work at one time. B. dedicated only to instrument processing. C. part of the treatment areas and dental laboratory. D. open to the outside through a door or windows.
B. dedicated only to instrument processing.
In the sterilization process, a process indicator is an example of _____ monitoring. A. physical B. external chemical C. internal chemical D. biologic
B. external chemical
Instruments are set up on the dental procedure tray: A. from right to left. B. from left to right. C. alphabetically from A to Z. D. numerically from low to high.
B. from left to right.
The finger rest that stabilizes the hand so that there is less possibility of slipping or traumatizing the tissue in the mouth is called a: A. base rest. B. fulcrum. C. leverage point. D. pivot point.
B. fulcrum.
Before treatment, a patient's overall health and dental status is recorded on a: A. patient registration. B. medical-dental health history. C. medical alert information. D. consent form.
B. medical-dental health history.
The process of physical and chemical change that occurs in the production of the body's heat is called: A. temperature B. metabolism C. blood pressure D. respiration
B. metabolism
The two basic setup instruments that can be transferred simultaneously using the two-handed transfer are the: A. explorer and cotton pliers. B. mouth mirror and explorer. C. mouth mirror and excavator. D. explorer and periodontal probe.
B. mouth mirror and explorer.
A check of vital signs includes the taking and recording of: A. pupillary dilation B. respiratory rate C. blood oxygen saturation D. blood glucose level
B. respiratory rate
For the right-handed operator, the mouth mirror is transferred with the ________ hand and the explorer is transferred with the _________ hand. A. right; right B. right; left C. left; right D. left; left
B. right; left
The written medical-dental health history form: A. eliminates the need for a face-to-face conversation with the patient. B. should be regarded as minimal information. C. does not need to be signed and dated by the patient to certify that the information is correct. D. is considered to be part of the treatment plan.
B. should be regarded as minimal information.
The instrument used for measuring a patient's blood pressure in the arteries is a: A. thermometer. B. sphygmomanameter. C. pulse oximeter. D. electrocardiogram
B. sphygmomanameter.
All of the following are forms of sterilization monitoring except ______ monitoring. A. physical B. structural C. chemical D. biologic
B. structural
Examples of quality assurance, vital to the delivery of dental care, include: A. completing treatment in one appointment. B. timely recall of patients to address dental need and documentation of when radiographs were taken. C. a large clinical setting where patients are seen by many different practitioners. D. the speed with which care is delivered.
B. timely recall of patients to address dental need and documentation of when radiographs were taken.
Instruments with hinges are: A. transferred with the handles in the assistant's palm. B. transferred by directing the handles into the dentist's palm. C. picked up by the handles from the instrument tray directly by the operator. D. Picked up by the working end from the instrument tray directly by the operator.
B. transferred by directing the handles into the dentist's palm
A typmanic thermometer: A. shows a digital reading after 30 seconds. B. uses an infrared signal to provide an accurate reading within 2 seconds. C. is a long glass tube with a small mercury bulb at the end. D. is affected by an open mouth, hot or cold drinks, or nose congestion.
B. uses an infrared signal to provide an accurate reading within 2 seconds.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) that must always be used when processing instruments includes: A. vinyl or latex gloves, a mask, eyewear, and protective clothing. B. utility gloves, a mask, eyewear, and protective clothing. C. utility gloves, eyewear, and protective clothing but not a mask. D. utility gloves, a mask, and protective clothing but not eyewear.
B. utility gloves, a mask, eyewear, and protective clothing.
The BBP Standard requires use of protective eyewear: A. with front but not side protection. B. with front and side protection (solid side shields) during exposure-prone procedures. C. including contact lenses, which are considered to be protective. D. along with a face shield.
B. with front and side protection (solid side shields) during exposure-prone procedures.
The proper distance between the patient's face and the operator's face should be approximately _________ inches. A. 6 to 8 B. 10 to 12 C. 12 to 14 D. 14 to 16
C. 12 to 14
A normal respiration rate range for children and teenagers is: A. 10 to 20 B. 16 to 22 C. 18 to 30 D. 18 to 40
C. 18 to 30
The BBP Standard requires the dentist or employer to provide training in infection-control and safety issues to which of the following groups of people? A. All patients B. All personnel, including those who are never exposed to blood, saliva, or both C. All personnel who might come in contact with blood, saliva, or contaminated instruments or surfaces D. Only personnel who are routinely exposed to blood, saliva, or both
C. All personnel who might come in contact with blood, saliva, or contaminated instruments or surfaces
Which of the following is true of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease? A. It affects animals but not humans. B. It requires additional dental treatment precautions in addition to Standard Precautions. C. Correct! It belongs to a group of neurologic disorders. D. It is endemic and thought to shorten life span by 10 to 15 years.
C. Correct! It belongs to a group of neurologic disorders.
Who should greet and escort the patient to the treatment room? A. Dentist B. Registered dental hygienist C. Dental assistant D. Receptionist
C. Dental assistant
The agency that regulates and registers disinfectants and chemical sterilants according to chemical classification is the: A. OSHA. B. FDA. C. EPA. D. CDC.
C. EPA.
Waste that has had contact with blood or other body fluids is considered contaminated and is disposed of as which of the following types of waste in most states? A. Hazardous B. Contaminated C. General D. Biohazard
C. General
The Phaseof Korotkoff sounds in blood pressure measurement when the blood flows easily and the sound changes to a soft tapping is: A. II. B. V. C. IV. D. III
C. IV.
Disinfectants used in dentistry must be registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as hospital disinfectants with the ability to kill: A. methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. B. Escherichia coli. C. Mycobacterium tuberculosis. D. bacterial spores.
C. Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Each of the following is a respiration characteristic noted in a patient record except one. Which one is the exception? A. Rhythm B. Depth C. Rise and fall D. Rate
C. Rise and fall
To dispose of contaminated needles and other disposable sharp objects properly in a dental office, the dental professional should discard them in which of the following? A. Trash can B. Staff room trash C. Sharps container D. Plaster trap
C. Sharps container
What term describes having a sense of touch or feeling? A. Seismic B. Empathetic C. Tactile D. Sympathetic
C. Tactile
The protocol to follow to minimize contamination of touch and transfer surfaces from splash, spatter, and surface droplets is to: A. preclean and disinfect the surfaces after each use with soap, water, and alcohol. B. use a liquid sterilant weekly. C. apply an acceptable barrier following precleaning and disinfection. D. apply, remove, and reapply surface barriers with clean hands.
C. apply an acceptable barrier following precleaning and disinfection.
The amount of labor the heart must exert to pump blood throughtout the body is known as the: A. respiration rate. B. pulse rate. C. blood pressure. D. heart rate.
C. blood pressure.
In taking a pulse, the portion of the healthcare worker's hand that is placed on a patient's wrist between the radius and the tendon is the: A. humb B. index finger. C. both index and middle fingers. D. middle finger.
C. both index and middle fingers.
A restorative instrument made from anodized aluminum or Teflon is a(n): A. amalgam carrier. B. condenser. C. composite placement instrument. D. plastic instrument.
C. composite placement instrument.
A dental office staff member who transmits a disease because he or she failed to remove protective clothing prior to entering a store on the way home from work is an example of __________________ disease transmission. A. dental team-to-patient B. patient to patient C. dental office-to-community D. community-to- dental office- to - patient
C. dental office-to-community
One of the best ways to know your patients, and be better prepared for the day ahead, is to have a brief meeting or review: A. as each patient arrives. B. in the morning, during lunch, and at the end of the day. C. each morning, before patients arrive. D. on the following day before heading home for the evening.
C. each morning, before patients arrive.
During four-handed dentistry, the operator must have: A. easy access to the computer. B. easy access to instruments C. easy access to the patient's oral cavity. D. a comfortable stool with a footrest.
C. easy access to the patient's oral cavity.
The basic setup is composed of a(n): A. evacuator, chisel, hatchet, and gingival margin trimmer. B. mouth mirror, double-ended explorer, cotton pliers, and amalgam carver. C. mouth mirror, double-ended explorer, and cotton pliers. D. mouth mirror and double-ended explorer.
C. mouth mirror, double-ended explorer, and cotton pliers.
Dental hand instruments: A. are always referred to by number and never by name B. are made from stainless steel to withstand sterilization; disposable instruments can be made from carbon steel, plastic, or specialized metal C. must be able to withstand sterilization procedures D. are also referred to as rotary equipment
C. must be able to withstand sterilization procedures
The high-level disinfectant that does not require activation or mixing and has little odor is: A. chlorine dioxide. B. glutaraldehyde. C. ortho-phthalaldehyde (OPA). D. sodium hypochlorite.
C. ortho-phthalaldehyde (OPA).
In the dental office, the most common anatomic site for taking a patient's pulse is the __________. A. brachial B. carotid C. radial D. femoral
C. radial
The arteries used for taking a pulse are the: A. carotid brachial, and femoral. B. brachial, radial, and femoral. C. radial, brachial, and carotid. D. radial, carotid, and femoral.
C. radial, brachial, and carotid.
Under the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Healthcare Settings—2003, housekeeping surfaces include: A. dental light handles. B. chairside computers. C. sinks. D. countertops.
C. sinks.
HIPAA requires that all dental practices have a patient privacy policy that: A. is in written or in oral form. B. allows the dental office to disclose protected health information (PHI) for any purpose they see fit. C. the patient must acknowledge in writing that they have received. D. must be provided to the patient upon request.
C. the patient must acknowledge in writing that they have received.
A tear in an instrument package requires the dental assistant to: A. staple the hole closed. B. ignore the hole. C. use a new instrument package. D. tape the hole closed with autoclave tape.
C. use a new instrument package.
The minimum frequency recommended by the CDC, ADA, and OSAP for biologic monitoring of all sterilizing equipment is: A. daily. B. bi-weekly. C. weekly. D. monthly.
C. weekly.
The correct distance above the antecubital space for the placement of the blood pressure cuff is: A. 2 inches. B. 2 mm. C. 1 1/2 inches. D. 1 inch.
D. 1 inch.
A blood pressure reading in an adult patient that would be considered high blood pressure (hypertenion) stage 2 is _____mm Hg. A. 120 over 80 B. 180 over 120 C. 140 over 90 D. 160 over 108
D. 160 over 108
Which can be used to check a patient's bite on a new restoration? A. A gingival margin trimmer B. A ball burnisher C. An amalgam knife D. Articulating paper
D. Articulating paper
Which instrument grasp holds the instrument in the palm of the hand and uses the thumb to stabilize and guide the instrument? A. Reverse palm-thumb grasp B. Palm grasp C. Pen grasp D. Palm-thumb grasp
D. Palm-thumb grasp
To ensure patient safety, medical alerts and other precautions should be noted by: A. posting a warning sign on the entrance to the treatment area. B. writing the medical condition that prompted the alert on the patient bib. C. affixing an "alert" sticker to the outside cover of the patient record if you are using paper forms. D. affixing an "alert" sticker to the inside cover of the patient record if you are using paper forms.
D. affixing an "alert" sticker to the inside cover of the patient record if you are using paper forms.
One of the benefits of using a complex phenol solution for disinfection is that they: A. are limited to 1 day of use. B. leave a residual film on treated surfaces increasing the disinfection benefit. C. are sporicidal. D. are compatible with metal, glass, rubber, and plastic.
D. are compatible with metal, glass, rubber, and plastic.
The artery used when taking a patient's blood pressure is the _________artery. A. femoral B. carotid C. radial D. brachial
D. brachial
Mistlike aerosols are A. visible to the naked eye. B. created by the prophy cup during dental procedures. C. not capable of transmitting respiratory infections. D. capable of remaining airborne for extended periods and can be inhaled.
D. capable of remaining airborne for extended periods and can be inhaled
The instrument that transports freshly triturated amalgam from an amalgam well to a cavity preparation is the amalgam: A. condenser. B. carver. C. burnisher. D. carrier.
D. carrier.
The appropriate disinfection protocol to follow when a surface has been covered with a barrier is: A. none. It does not have to be cleaned or disinfected. B. clean and disinfect the surface at the beginning of the workday. C. clean and disinfect the surface at the end of the workday. D. clean and disinfect the surface at the beginning and end of each workday.
D. clean and disinfect the surface at the beginning and end of each workday.
The type of scissors most often associated with restorative dental procedures are _________ scissors. A. surgical B. suture C. tissue D. crown and bridge
D. crown and bridge
The hand cutting instrument used to cut enamel and bevel the gingival margins of a cavity preparation is a(n): A. hatchet. B. excavator. C. hoe. D. gingival margin trimmer.
D. gingival margin trimmer.
Guidelines for charting entries in clinical records include: A. using a group chart for the entire family. B. including business and financial information as part of the clinical record. C. recording the entry in pencil for easy correction. D. making the chart entry during the examination or patient visit.
D. making the chart entry during the examination or patient visit.
When transporting and processing contaminated patient care items, precautions need to be taken to avoid personal exposure to microorganisms by: A. using a toothbrush to manually clean visible blood from dental instruments. B. using nitrile or latex treatment gloves for instrument cleaning. C. storing critical instruments without wrapping them. D. minimizing handling of loose contaminated instruments during transport to the instrument-processing area.
D. minimizing handling of loose contaminated instruments during transport to the instrument-processing area.
Housekeeping surfaces: A. include floors and walls, but not sinks, because they are considered a clinical contact surface. B. pose a risk for disease transmission in the dental healthcare setting. C. must be cleaned with a high-level disinfectant/sterilant. D. need to be cleaned with only a detergent or low-level disinfectant.
D. need to be cleaned with only a detergent or low-level disinfectant.
An Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered intermediate-level or low-level disinfectant is suitable for cleaning ____________ instruments. A. critical, semicritical, and noncritical B. critical and semicritical C. semicritical and noncritical D. noncritical
D. noncritical
When turning on the dental light over a patient seated and positioned in the supine position, the dental light is directed: A. at the patient's face. B. over the operator's head. C. in the patient's mouth. D. on the patient's chest.
D. on the patient's chest.
The instrument used to measure the sulcus, or pocket depth, of the periodontium of each tooth is the: A. double-ended explorer. B. right-angled explorer. C. millimeter ruler. D. periodontal probe.
D. periodontal probe.
The three characteristics of respiration are: A. volume, rate, and rythym. B. rate, depth, and volume. C. palpate, depth, and volume. D. rate, rhythm, and depth.
D. rate, rhythm, and depth.
The chemical disinfectant classified as an intermediate-level agent that is no longer recommended for use in dentistry is: A. glutaraldehyde. B. alcohol. C. phenols. D. sodium hypochlorite.
D. sodium hypochlorite.
When taking a patient's pulse, the patient's arm should be: A. bove his or her shoulder. B. between his or her knees. C. unsupported. D. well supported and extended straight out.
D. well supported and extended straight out.
A treatment plan is properly sequenced to address all problems that were identified during the examination and diagnosis portion of the patient visit and can include more than one option for treatment. True False
True
The normal respiration rate for a relaxed adult is __________breaths per minute. A. 10 to 20 B. 30 to 40 C. 50 to 60 D. 5 to 12
A. 10 to 20
A normal blood pressure for adults is less than ___mm Hg. A. 120 over 80 B. 140 over 95 C. 100 over 50 D. 160 over 110
A. 120 over 80
Using the operating zones based on the "clock concept," the assistant's zone for a left-handed operator is: A. 8:00 to 10:00. B. 2:00 to 4:00. C. 10:00 to 12:00. D. 6:00 to 4:00.
A. 8:00 to 10:00.
What is the average range of the body's oral resting temperature? A. 97.6 to 99 degrees F B. 95 to 99.5 degrees F C. 96.5 to 100 degrees F D. 93.5 to 99.5 degrees F
A. 97.6 to 99 degrees F
CDC guidelines and the OSHA Blood-borne Pathogen Standard consider saliva to be which of the following? A. A potentially infectious body fluid B. A noninfectious body fluid C. An infectious waste D. A contaminated waste
A. A potentially infectious body fluid
Transmission of pathogens occurring through contact from person to another person is which of the following forms of transmission? A. Direct B. Indirect C. Airborne D. Spatter
A. Direct
Which is used to kill disease-causing microorganisms that remain on the surface after precleaning? A. Disinfectant B. Antiseptic C. Antimicrobial D. Sterilization
A. Disinfectant
How many phases of Korotkoff sounds are heard when taking the blood pressure? A. Five B. Four C. Three D. Two
A. Five
A written privacy policy informing a patient that an office will not use or disclose Protected Health Information (PHI) for any purpose other than treatment, diagnosis, and billing is mandated by the: A. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). B.. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). C. National Institutes of Health (NIH). D. American Dental Association (ADA).
A. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Which should take place first when admitting and seating a patient? A. Initiate conversation with the patient. B. Ask the patient whether he or she has any questions about the treatment. C. Give the patient a magazine and leave him or her alone. D. Place a disposable napkin over the patient's chest.
A. Initiate conversation with the patient.
Based on the "clock concept" of operating zones, the patient's face would represent what area? A. The center of the clock with the top of the head at the 12-o'clock position B. The right of the clock with the head at the 3-o'clock position C. The left of the clock with the head at the 9-o'clock position D. The bottom of the clock with the head at the 6-o'clock position
A. The center of the clock with the top of the head at the 12-o'clock position
Which of the following is the most critical and life-threatening arrhythmia detected with an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)? A. Ventricular fibrillation B. Ventricular arrhythmia C. Atrial arrhythmia D. Sinus arrhythmia
A. Ventricular fibrillation
A preset sterile tray should be taken to the treatment area: A. before seating the patient. B. after seating the patient. C. preset trays are stored in the treatment area. D. first thing in the morning, before any patients arrive.
A. before seating the patient.
The purpose of precleaning a surface is to reduce the number of microbes and remove blood, saliva, and other body fluids called: A. bioburden. B. debris. C. humectant. D. none of the answers; precleaning is not necessary when a surface is to be disinfected.
A. bioburden.
Accessory instruments can include A. cement and impression spatulas. B. periodontal probes and cotton pliers. C. chisels and hatchets. D. discoid-cleoid carver.
A. cement and impression spatulas, and scissors and Howe pliers
Progress notes should document the: A. date, tooth number, and treatment. B. different treatment alternatives. C. payment method. D. use of insurance benefits for the current calendar or contract year.
A. date, tooth number, and treatment.
_________ transmission means touching or contact with the patient's blood or saliva. A. direct B. indirect C. airborne D. spatter
A. direct
The expanded-function dental assistant (EFDA) performs an expanded function while the dentist is in the same treatment area. The supervision under which this assistant is working is: A. direct. B. general. C. indirect. D. assignment.
A. direct.
The type of carver that is especially useful for carving of the occlusal surfaces is the: A. discoid-cleoid carver. B. amalgam knife. C. Hollenback carver. D. excavator.
A. discoid-cleoid carver.
Chemicals that destroy or inactivate most species of pathogenic microorganisms on inanimate surfaces are called: A. disinfectants. B. sterilants. C. antiseptics. D. antibiotics.
A. disinfectants.
The types of instruments that allow the operator to inspect the health status of the oral cavity thoroughly are ___________ instruments. A. examination B. hand cutting C. restorative D. accessory
A. examination
The hand cutting instrument used to manually remove decayed tooth structure is the: A. excavator. B. chisel. C. hatchet. D. gingival margin trimmer.
A. excavator.
A method for sterilizing unwrapped patient care items for immediate use is: A. flash sterilization. B. dry heat sterilization. C. autoclaving. D. chemiclaving.
A. flash sterilization.
Microorganisms in a steam sterilizer are killed by: A. heat. B. pressure. C. water vapor. D. lack of oxygen.
A. heat.
The primary source of information used to determine the overall quality of care the patient receives is the: A. patient record. B. encounter form. C. patient survey. D. treatment plan.
A. patient record.
The instruments most often referred to by number rather than by name are: A. pliers and forceps. B. composite placement instrument. C. amalgam carvers. D. amalgam carriers.
A. pliers and forceps.
The number of beats that occur during the counting period when taking a patient's pulse is called? A. rate. B. volume. C. rhythm. D. arrhythmia
A. rate.
Instruments used to place, condense, and carve the dental material back to the normal anatomy of the tooth are classified as: A. restorative. B. hand cutting. C. accessory. D. examination.
A. restorative.
According to the CDC, ____________ Precautions represent a standard of care designed to protect healthcare providers from pathogens that can be spread by blood or any other body fluid, excretion, or secretion. A. Standard B .Universal C. Nationwide D. Uniform
A. standard
The law designed to protect employees against occupational exposure to blood-borne disease-causing organisms such as HBV, HIV, and HCV is: A. the OSHA Blood-borne Pathogens (BBP) Standard. B. Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Healthcare Settings—2003. C. the OSHA Health and Safety Standards. D. the exposure control plan.
A. the OSHA Blood-borne Pathogens (BBP) Standard.
By current infection control guidelines of the Organization for Safety and Asepsis Procedures (OSAP), chairside computers are considered to be _____ surfaces. A. touch B. transfer C. splash D. droplet
A. touch
"Green" infection control protocols can be implemented in all of the following except: A. traditional film-based radiography. B. digital radiology. C. using only EPA-registered disinfectants. D. using recyclable product packaging.
A. traditional film-based radiography.
