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Within the ADL classification, level __________ is the ability to perform the task with some human assistance. Within the ADL classification, level __________ is the ability to perform the task with some human assistance. 0 1 2 3
1
The DMFT is based on __________ teeth. The DMFT is based on __________ teeth. 26 28 30 32
28
The general guideline for detecting bleeding is to wait __________ after probing before scoring apparently healthy gingival units. The general guideline for detecting bleeding is to wait __________ after probing before scoring apparently healthy gingival units. 10 seconds 20 seconds 30 seconds 40 seconds
30 seconds
When performing the PSR, you need not probe the remaining teeth in a sextant when a code of __________ is found. When performing the PSR, you need not probe the remaining teeth in a sextant when a code of __________ is found. 1 2 3 4
4
Using the acronym PACE with MI, the "A" stands for which of the following? Using the acronym PACE with MI, the "A" stands for which of the following? Assessing Approving Acceptance None of these are correct.
Acceptance
The letter "A" in the acronym CAT in mobilizing change talk represents which of the following? The letter "A" in the acronym CAT in mobilizing change talk represents which of the following? Acceptance Awareness Ambivalence Action
Action
Explaining the plan to the patient serves which function? Explaining the plan to the patient serves which function? It allows for consent of planned treatment. It lists the sequence of treatment to be rendered. It informs the patient of the length of treatment. All of these are correct.
All of these are correct.
Periodontal disease is a risk factor for which one of the following systemic conditions? Periodontal disease is a risk factor for which one of the following systemic conditions? Infective endocarditis Diabetes mellitus Respiratory disease All of these are correct.
All of these are correct.
The care plan for a 50-year-old smoker of 1.5 packs of cigarettes/day with a white patch on lateral border of tongue would include which service(s)? The care plan for a 50-year-old smoker of 1.5 packs of cigarettes/day with a white patch on lateral border of tongue would include which service(s)? Smoking cessation information Self-examination Periodontal disease information Oral cancer risks All of these are correct.
All of these are correct.
Which of the following determines a patient's current periodontal status? Which of the following determines a patient's current periodontal status? Past periodontal conditions Current periodontal conditions Risk factors All of these are correct.
All of these are correct.
Which of the following is not a component of the demographic data in the care plan? Which of the following is nota component of the demographic data in the care plan? Notation of the patient's chief complaint Patient's name Patient's date of birth All of these are part of the demographic data of the care plan.
All of these are part of the demographic data of the care plan.
Which one of the following does not require antibiotic premedication? Which one of the following does notrequire antibiotic premedication? Exploring Probing Checking for mobility All of these require antibiotic premedication.
All of these require antibiotic premedication.
Which of the following is not a risk factor for dental caries? Which of the following is nota risk factor for dental caries? Genetic factors Tooth morphology and position Xerostomia Bleeding on probing
Bleeding on probing
A) Before planning individualized patient care, the patient's oral health literacy must be assessed. B) Patients with disabilities or physical limitations will require modification to ensure adequate daily oral biofilm removal. A) Before planning individualized patient care, the patient's oral health literacy must be assessed. B) Patients with disabilities or physical limitations will require modification to ensure adequate daily oral biofilm removal. Statement A is true and statement B is false. Statement A is false and statement B is true. Both statements are true. Both statements are false.
Both statements are true.
Which index is used to screen and monitor the periodontal status of populations? Which index is used to screen and monitor the periodontal status of populations? Dean's fluorosis index CPI PHP GI
CPI
Which one of the following is not a risk factor for oral cancer? Which one of the following is nota risk factor for oral cancer? Tobacco use Alcohol use Sun exposure Calculus
Calculus
Which of the following steps should be first in developing a care plan? Which of the following steps should be first in developing a care plan? Teach proper use of oral hygiene aids. Determine goals based upon patient needs. Decide maintenance interval. Obtain consent for periodontal treatment.
Determine goals based upon patient needs.
What are the four steps in MI? What are the four steps in MI? Enticing, Focusing, Evoking, Planning Engaging, Focusing, Evolving, Planning Enticing, Fixing, Evolving, Planning Engaging, Fixing, Evoking, Planning
Engaging, Focusing, Evolving, Planning
Which of the following is the code 1 description in the CPI? Which of the following is the code 1 description in the CPI? Black band on probe partially hidden by gingival margin. Entire black band is visible, but calculus is present. Entire black band of the probe is visible. Entire black band of the probe is visible, but bleeding is present after gentle probing.
Entire black band of the probe is visible, but bleeding is present after gentle probing.
True or False? The use of numbers can provide standardized information to make observations of a health condition consistent and more subjective than a word description of that condition. True or False? The use of numbers can provide standardized information to make observations of a health condition consistent and more subjective than a word description of that condition. True False
False
Which of the following is not a risk factor for periodontal disease? Which of the following is not a risk factor for periodontal disease? Inadequate biofilm removal Tobacco use Frequent use of cariogenic foods Diabetes
Frequent use of cariogenic foods Diabetes
Dr. Brett examined and evaluated the gingiva of the 9:00 am patient; first bleeding was recorded, and then the color and contour were assessed. The teeth were then divided into facial, lingual, mesial, and distal surfaces. The scores from these four areas were added, then divided by the number of surfaces. Which index is Dr. Brett using? Dr. Brett examined and evaluated the gingiva of the 9:00 am patient; first bleeding was recorded, and then the color and contour were assessed. The teeth were then divided into facial, lingual, mesial, and distal surfaces. The scores from these four areas were added, then divided by the number of surfaces. Which index is Dr. Brett using? PI PHP RCI GI
GI
Which of the following is an example of a dental hygiene diagnostic statement? Which of the following is an example of a dental hygiene diagnostic statement? Caries present require restorations. Gingival bleeding related to plaque accumulation. White keratotic lesion is leukoplakia. Blood pressure of 160/95 mm Hg is hypertension.
Gingival bleeding related to plaque accumulation.
Within the process of dental hygiene care, the needs of a patient are assessed on the basis of which of the following? Within the process of dental hygiene care, the needs of a patient are assessed on the basis of which of the following? Initial instruction session Histories and clinical findings Preventative care plan Health education
Histories and clinical findings
Which of the following statements represents a high level of commitment? Which of the following statements represents a high level of commitment? I'll think about it. I plan to. I intend to. I hope to.
I intend to.
Your patient, Mrs. Sanchez, is in for her first prophylaxis appointment in 15 years. English is not her first language, and no one in the office speaks her language, so she has brought her 8-year-old son along to help translate. Mrs. Sanchez has several periodontally involved teeth and will need root planing and several appointments. Her son translates to Mrs. Sanchez that she will need to come in again. What type of consent has occurred? Informed consent Implied consent Informed refusal Expressed consent
Implied consent
Which of the following is a behavioral risk factor for dental caries? Which of the following is a behavioral risk factor for dental caries? Family history of dental caries Immune response Xerostomia Inadequate biofilm removal
Inadequate biofilm removal
Informed consent carries which characteristic? Informed consent carries which characteristic? It covers only procedures to be performed on that visit. It addresses risks of doing or not doing procedures. It must be written before treatment and cannot be oral. It addresses only those procedures provided by the dental hygienist.
It addresses risks of doing or not doing procedures.
Which of the following is true concerning the readiness ruler? Which of the following is true concerning the readiness ruler? This approach can discourage a patient from explaining their real reasons. It can elicit change talk. It is beneficial in explaining decisional balance. It is an auditory aid during the discussion.
It can elicit change talk.
Which of the following is not true of a clinical trial? Which of the following is nottrue of a clinical trial? It is used to determine baseline data before experimental factors are introduced. It is used to measure the effectiveness of specific agents for the prevention, control, or treatment of oral conditions. It is used to measure the inadequacy of mechanical devices for personal care, such as toothbrushes, interdental cleaning devices, or irrigators. All of these are true statements.
It is used to measure the inadequacy of mechanical devices for personal care, such as toothbrushes, interdental cleaning devices, or irrigators.
The clinician comments, "You know you can quit smoking if you have something to assist with quitting. You mentioned using patches or medications in assisting." This is an example of use of which of the following? The clinician comments, "You know you can quit smoking if you have something to assist with quitting. You mentioned using patches or medications in assisting." This is an example of use of which of the following? Readiness Ruler Mobilizing Change Talk Mimicking Change Talk None of these are correct.
Mobilizing Change Talk
Your patient, Mr. Todd, has come into the office for his 6-month recare appointment. Mr. Todd tells you that he has had a constant toothache around #3 and that it seems to be getting worse. Mr. Todd is not due for radiographs and is anxious for you to start because he has a lot of stain on his front teeth. Mr. Todd explains to you that he no longer has insurance and hopes the prophylaxis won't cost him too much. The chief complaint is: Mr. Todd's stain on his front teeth. Mr. Todd's radiographs. Mr. Todd's concern about the cost of treatment. Mr. Todd's toothache.
Mr. Todd's toothache.
Which dental index evaluates both debris and calculus and examines the facial surfaces of teeth 3, 8, 14, and 24 and the lingual surfaces of 19 and 30? Which dental index evaluates both debris and calculus and examines the facial surfaces of teeth 3, 8, 14, and 24 and the lingual surfaces of 19 and 30? OHI-S GI Pl I Plaque-free score
OHI-S
Which of the following are plaque indices? Which of the following are plaque indices? OHI-S PHP Dean's index Pl I OHI-S and PHP OHI-S, PHP, and PI I Dean's index and PI I
OHI-S, PHP, and PI I
A dental hygienist wants to do a series of presentations on oral hygiene and plaque control aids. Which index would assist her in monitoring oral hygiene performance? A dental hygienist wants to do a series of presentations on oral hygiene and plaque control aids. Which index would assist her in monitoring oral hygiene performance? Dean's index RCI DMFT PHP
PHP
Which of the following statements is true when evaluating a mixed dentition? Which of the following statements is true when evaluating a mixed dentition? Permanent and primary teeth are evaluated separately. Permanent and primary teeth are evaluated together. In a mixed dentition, permanent teeth are evaluated and primary teeth are not. Primary teeth are only evaluated up to age 7.
Permanent and primary teeth are evaluated separately.
The dental hygiene care plan is part of which phase of the total dental treatment plan? The dental hygiene care plan is part of which phase of the total dental treatment plan? Phase II surgical Phase I therapy Phase IV maintenance Phase I therapy and phase IV maintenance
Phase I therapy and phase IV maintenance
Which of the following is a risk factor for caries? Which of the following is a risk factor for caries? Tobacco use Poor oral hygiene Heavy calculus Bleeding upon probing
Poor oral hygiene
A dental hygienist wants to study the extent of a group of patients' risk for root caries diseases. Which index would help her? A dental hygienist wants to study the extent of a group of patients' risk for root caries diseases. Which index would help her? PHP GI OHI-S RCI
RCI
Which of the following is a bleeding index? Which of the following is a bleeding index? SBI DMFT DMFS None of these are correct.
SBI
Your patient, Jimmy Smith, age 16, is in for his 6-month recare appointment. At Jimmy's last visit he had six areas of decay and very poor oral hygiene. Mrs. Smith has refused radiographs or fluoride for Jimmy because she thinks that they are not necessary. What must you have Mrs. Smith do? Your patient, Jimmy Smith, age 16, is in for his 6-month recare appointment. At Jimmy's last visit he had six areas of decay and very poor oral hygiene. Mrs. Smith has refused radiographs or fluoride for Jimmy because she thinks that they are not necessary. What must you have Mrs. Smith do? Sign the informed consent Sign the informed refusal See another dentist, because you refuse to treat Jimmy Ask Jimmy to sign the informed consent
Sign the informed refusal
Inflammation into the deeper periodontal structures with slight bone loss and connective tissue attachment describes which periodontal classification type? Inflammation into the deeper periodontal structures with slight bone loss and connective tissue attachment describes which periodontal classification type? Stage I Stage II Stage III Stage IV
Stage I
A) A plan for treatment or personal oral care outcomes, created in consultation with the patient, contains an unrealistic time frame for measuring success. B) A plan for treatment or personal oral care outcomes, created in consultation with the patient, contains at least one goal for each oral health problem identified in the dental hygiene diagnosis. A) A plan for treatment or personal oral care outcomes, created in consultation with the patient, contains an unrealistic time frame for measuring success. B) A plan for treatment or personal oral care outcomes, created in consultation with the patient, contains at least one goal for each oral health problem identified in the dental hygiene diagnosis. Statement A is true and statement B is false. Statement A is false and statement B is true. Both statements are true. Both statements are false.
Statement A is false and statement B is true.
A) Community oral health assessment is a multifaceted process of identifying factors that affect the oral health status of an individual. B) Community surveillance of oral health indicators and determinants can be accomplished at many levels. A) Community oral health assessment is a multifaceted process of identifying factors that affect the oral health status of an individual. B) Community surveillance of oral health indicators and determinants can be accomplished at many levels. Statement A is true and statement B is false. Statement A is false and statement B is true. Both statements are true. Both statement are false.
Statement A is false and statement B is true.
A) Using a review of systems approach while discussing the plan can help determine and respond to the patient's readiness to change health behaviors. B) A clinician with good verbal communication skills and the ability to build a trusting relationship can influence patient acceptance of treatment needs and compliance with recommendations. A) Using a review of systems approach while discussing the plan can help determine and respond to the patient's readiness to change health behaviors. B) A clinician with good verbal communication skills and the ability to build a trusting relationship can influence patient acceptance of treatment needs and compliance with recommendations. Statement A is true and statement B is false. Statement A is false and statement B is true. Both statements are true. Both statements are false.
Statement A is false and statement B is true.
A) MI has been applied successfully within many health professions. B) It explains the clinician's own ideals for behavior change onto the patient. A) MI has been applied successfully within many health professions. B) It explains the clinician's own ideals for behavior change onto the patient. Statement A is true and statement B is false. Statement A is false and statement B is true. Both statements are true. Both statements are false.
Statement A is true and statement B is false.
A) Risk factors increase the patient's potential for diminished oral health status. B) Anticipatory guidance is an optional component of the care plan. A) Risk factors increase the patient's potential for diminished oral health status. B) Anticipatory guidance is an optional component of the care plan. Statement A is true and statement B is false. Statement A is false and statement B is true. Both statements are true. Both statements are false.
Statement A is true and statement B is false.
What does the "T" in ASTDD stand for? What does the "T" in ASTDD stand for? Teacher Teeth Technology Territorial
Territorial
Which of the following is true of dental hygiene diagnostic statements? Which of the following is true of dental hygiene diagnostic statements? They include diagnoses that require treatments legally defined as dental practice. They identify patient responses that are not changeable by dental hygiene interventions. They state the possible outcomes that can be expected from interventions. They reflect the expected outcomes of dental hygiene interventions.
They reflect the expected outcomes of dental hygiene interventions.
Which of the following is a reason for preparing a well-sequenced dental hygiene care plan? Which of the following is a reason for preparing a well-sequenced dental hygiene care plan? To provide generalized patient care To establish signs of disease To control etiologic disease factors All of these are correct.
To control etiologic disease factors
What is the purpose of tissue conditioning? What is the purpose of tissue conditioning? To reduce deposit formation To encourage gingival healing To minimize bleeding To encourage gingival healing and to minimize bleeding
To encourage gingival healing and to minimize bleeding
The dental hygiene diagnosis serves which function? The dental hygiene diagnosis serves which function? To identify patient needs that can be met by implementing treatment and education interventions that are within the scope of dental hygiene practice To identify diseases and conditions for which the dentist will provide treatment To identify chronic diseases affecting the patient's cardiovascular health To prescribe medications to alleviate pain
To identify patient needs that can be met by implementing treatment and education interventions that are within the scope of dental hygiene practice
Which of the following is the primary objective of the dental hygiene plan for periodontal therapy? Which of the following is the primary objective of the dental hygiene plan for periodontal therapy? To restore and maintain health of the periodontal tissues To reduce the patient's risk for dental caries To remineralize the patient's teeth To reduce the patient's overall accumulation of biofilm
To restore and maintain health of the periodontal tissues
True or False? The ASTDD was designed to be used by screeners with or without dental background. True or False? The ASTDD was designed to be used by screeners with or without dental background. True False
True
A dental hygienist and a dentist want to compare the dental treatment needs of a geriatric population in Palm Beach with those of a geriatric population in Miami Beach. Which index should they use? A dental hygienist and a dentist want to compare the dental treatment needs of a geriatric population in Palm Beach with those of a geriatric population in Miami Beach. Which index should they use? World Health Organization Basic Screening Survey PHP GI DMFT
World Health Organization Basic Screening Survey
Learning occurs when individuals: Learning occurs when individuals: understand the concepts presented to them. change their beliefs and attitudes about oral health. are motivated to practice good oral health habits. have received thorough oral hygiene instructions. acquires the knowledge or skills through study or instruction.
acquires the knowledge or skills through study or instruction.
Reflective listening: Reflective listening: is rephrasing the content that was relayed to you by the patient. adds meaning to what the patient has said. requires guessing based on the unspoken content. is rephrasing the content that was relayed to you by the patient and adds meaning to what the patient has said. is rephrasing the content that was relayed to you by the patient and requires guessing based on the unspoken content. adds meaning to what the patient has said and requires guessing based on the unspoken content.
adds meaning to what the patient has said and requires guessing based on the unspoken content.
The outcomes evaluation of the preliminary phase, of the master treatment plan includes all of the following, except: The outcomes evaluation of the preliminary phase, of the master treatment plan includes all of the following, except: probing depths. clinical signs of inflammation. dental biofilm control. calculus removal. patient participation.
calculus removal.
All of the following are steps in a preventive care program, except: All of the following are steps in a preventive care program, except: create the setting. implement interventions. educate about oral disease. Identify an approach that will motivate the patient.
create the setting.
Which index is only used with groups who have primary teeth? Which index is only used with groups who have primary teeth? OHI-S Pl I DMFT def
def
All of the following are components of the dental hygiene process of care, except: All of the following are components of the dental hygiene process of care, except: assessment. dental diagnosis. treatment planning. implementation.
dental diagnosis.
A judgment regarding the results (outcomes) expected to be achieved from oral treatment provided by the dental hygienist is called: A judgment regarding the results (outcomes) expected to be achieved from oral treatment provided by the dental hygienist is called: differential diagnosis. compromised therapy. dental hygiene diagnosis. dental hygiene prognosis.
dental hygiene prognosis.
The patient's periodontal diagnosis is formulated by the: The patient's periodontal diagnosis is formulated by the: dental hygienist. dentist. periodontist. dental hygienist and the periodontist.
dentist.
The dental hygiene care plan includes all of the following, except: The dental hygiene care plan includes all of the following, except: the periodontal/gingival health plan. economic considerations for services. interventions to reduce caries. plans for prevention.
economic considerations for services.
The study of health and disease in populations is: The study of health and disease in populations is: prevalence. epidemiology. validity. reliability.
epidemiology.
The dental hygiene diagnosis is part of the process of care, involving the use of __________-based analysis of the assessment findings to determine the patient's or community's dental hygiene needs. The dental hygiene diagnosis is part of the process of care, involving the use of __________-based analysis of the assessment findings to determine the patient's or community's dental hygiene needs. criteria evidence response All of these are correct.
evidence
When you provide oral care based on relevant, scientifically sound research, it is called: When you provide oral care based on relevant, scientifically sound research, it is called: assessment. prognosis. diagnosis. evidence-based care.
evidence-based care.
When scoring an OHI-S for an individual, a score of 0 would indicate: When scoring an OHI-S for an individual, a score of 0 would indicate: poor. fair. good. excellent.
excellent
Ultimately the skills of MI are learned through: Ultimately the skills of MI are learned through: feedback and coaching. workshops. textbooks. None of these are correct.
feedback and coaching.
In creating a preventive care plan, all of the following should be considered, except: In creating a preventive care plan, all of the following should be considered, except: physical abilities. cultural factors. current oral health practices. gender.
gender.
In 2004, 150 new cases of squamous cell carcinoma were reported among a group of 5,000 seniors examined in a county. This is an example of: In 2004, 150 new cases of squamous cell carcinoma were reported among a group of 5,000 seniors examined in a county. This is an example of: prevalence. reliability. incidence. morbidity.
incidence.
Informed refusal: Informed refusal: is not legally binding. means the patient cannot refuse treatment once seated. is documented in patient record. applies only to radiographs.
is documented in patient record.
Prognosis is considered a look ahead to an anticipated __________ or end point expected from the dental hygiene intervention selected for an individual patient. Prognosis is considered a look ahead to an anticipated __________ or end point expected from the dental hygiene intervention selected for an individual patient. source cause outcome intervention
outcome
The total number of cases of a specific disease or condition in existence in a given population at a certain time is called: The total number of cases of a specific disease or condition in existence in a given population at a certain time is called: placebo. prevalence. screening. index.
prevalence.
The procedure to present the care plan to the patient includes: The procedure to present the care plan to the patient includes: proper terminology for patient understanding. face-to-face interaction. prepayment for services to be rendered. proper terminology for patient understanding and face-to-face interaction.
proper terminology for patient understanding and face-to-face interaction.
Even when the patient's caries risk level is low, the plan includes all the following, except: Even when the patient's caries risk level is low, the plan includes all the following, except: a minimum frequency of professional oral examinations. preventive recommendations. routine radiographs. All of these are included in the plan.
routine radiographs.
The selection criteria for a useful and effective index include: The selection criteria for a useful and effective index include: simple to use and calculate. minimal equipment and expense. does not cause patient discomfort. should have subjective interpretation. simple to use and calculate and minimal equipment and expense. simple to use and calculate, minimal equipment and expense, and does not cause patient discomfort. simple to use and calculate, minimal equipment and expense, and should have subjective interpretation.
simple to use and calculate, minimal equipment and expense, and does not cause patient discomfort.
When using OSCAR as a treatment plan for dental hygiene care, what does the "S" stand for? When using OSCAR as a treatment plan for dental hygiene care, what does the "S" stand for? Subgingival Supragingival Systemic Symptoms
systemic
The ASA III physical status is a(n): The ASA III physical status is a(n): incapacitating disease that is a constant threat to life. systemic disease that limits activity but is not incapacitating. patient who is moribund and not expected to survive. mild systemic disease or extreme dental anxiety.
systemic disease that limits activity but is not incapacitating.
Sustain talk is: Sustain talk is: any self-expressed language that is an argument for change. the individual's own argument for not changing. a transition in the way a patient acts. the individual's right to make their own decisions.
the individual's own argument for not changing.
