Infection Control & Regulations
this agency approves dental drugs and devices
FDA
This artery is most commonly used to take a pulse.
radial artery
This stabilizing finger rest is used during procedures.
fulcrum
This instrument removes decayed tooth structure manually.
excavator
This material stimulates reparative dentin.
calcium hydroxide
This organization provides disease prevention guidelines.
CDC
This is the normal adult pulse rate
60-100 bpm
This term refers to viewing with a mirror.
indirect vision
These are the three parts of a hand instrument.
handle, shank, working end
This is the typical etching time.
15-20 seconds
A patient’s medical history should be updated this often.
Every time a patient comes in
this is the normal adult respiration rate
12-20 breaths per minute
This is the correct operator distance from the patient.
14-16 inches
This instrument is also known as an amalgam condenser.
plugger
This cement is mixed on a cool glass slab.
zinc phosphate
This organization provides disease prevention guidelines
CDC
This artery is used when taking blood pressure.
brachial artery
This classification of motion involves fingers, wrist, and elbow.
class III motion
After placing amalgam, this instrument is used to shape grooves and anatomy on the occlusal surface
carver
This occurs when an impression absorbs water.
imbibition
This organization reviews safety and effectiveness of drugs and devices
FDA
This exam is used to evaluate tooth mobility.
periodontal exam
The correct positioning of the operator’s stool should keep the operator’s forearms in this position when bent at the elbow.
parallel to the floor
During cavity preparation, which bur is selected for initial entry and removal of decayed tooth structure?
Round bur
This material is best for highly accurate impressions.
elastomeric impression material