Best interdental cleaning device for type II embrasure - CORRECT ANSWERInterdental proxy brush (other options: toothpick, and textured
... [Show More] floss)
Postoperative instructions for periodontal surgery - CORRECT ANSWER-Limit physical
activity, use extra soft toothbrush, and eat a soft/balanced diet
Dental sealants, composites resins and porcelain restorations should be protected with
what lubricant prior to APF fluoride treatment? - CORRECT ANSWER-Water-based
lubricant
T/F. Dental sealants are unaffected by the application of any fluoride treatment and
require no protective measure. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
What is the most appropriate radiographic recommendation for a patient with extensive
dental work and at risk for dental decay? - CORRECT ANSWER-Full mouth periapical
series
When is the PDL thickest? - CORRECT ANSWER-Areas of tension; it is thick in apical
region and functioning teeth; it is thin in non-functioning teeth
The dental hygienist post dates a treatment appointment on an insurance form; this is
an example of what? - CORRECT ANSWER-Criminal law
T/F. In some cases of professional negligence, an expert witness is not needed. A
dental hygienist breaking an instrument tip and leaving it in the sulcus would require an
expert witness. - CORRECT ANSWER-First statement is true; second is false
What does not require written consent because it is considered standard of care? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Taking radiographs on patient
What violation occurs when the patient fears receiving local anesthesia and the DH
informs the patient the injection will not hurt, yet it does? - CORRECT ANSWERVeracity
Practicing without a license, claiming a procedure was completed when it was not, and
post dating a treatment appointment on an insurance claim are examples of what kind
of law? - CORRECT ANSWER-Criminal law
____________ occurs when a procedure is performed to which the patient did not
agree to have. - CORRECT ANSWER-Technical battery
_________ is communication that injured a patient's reputation. - CORRECT ANSWERDefamation
__________ is a civil wrong that results from a breach of a legal duty. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Tort
During a medical emergency, asthma, acute allergic reactions, epilepsy, and pulmonary
edema typically exhibits a(n) ________ in blood pressure. - CORRECT ANSWERIncrease
What ASA is a patient with a blood pressure reading of 142/90? - CORRECT ANSWERASA II
Angle's Classification: Class I - CORRECT ANSWER-The maxillary canine occluded
with the distal half of the mandibular canine and the mesial half of the mandibular first
premolar.
Angle's Classification: Class II, Division I or II - CORRECT ANSWER-The maxillary
canine will be positioned anterior (mesial) to the mandibular canine
Angle's Classification: Class III - CORRECT ANSWER-The maxillary canine is
positioned posterior (distal) to the mandibular canine
What is the active ingredient in dentifrices that helps decrease calculus formation? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Pyrophosphate
G.V. Black Classification, Class V: - CORRECT ANSWER-Restoration on the facial root
surface of #10
What interaction of x-rays with matter occurs most frequently? - CORRECT ANSWERCompton scatter
Where does thermionic emission occur in the dental X-ray tube? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Negatively-charged cathode
What is the most common cause for a clear or blank film? - CORRECT ANSWER-No
exposure to x-radiation
Periodontal disease, trauma to teeth, and endodontic therapy are all indications for
__________ projections? - CORRECT ANSWER-Periapical
What position indicating device (PID) provides the best radiation protection for the [Show Less]