170-172
Around what age do the mandibular central incisors erupt?
6-10 months
What three regulatory agencies focus on infection control in the dental office
EPA,FDA,OSHA
What is an ammonia inhalant used for?
Syncope
The member of the dental health team who is licensed to scale and polish teeth is he..
Hygienist
A CDA is awarded by the
Dental assisting national board.
How is an alginate impressions disinfected?
Spraying the alginate with an intermediate- level disinfectant.
A patient who has a history of angina is at risk for..
Myocardial infraction.
What is the correct protocol if a surface barrier is used on a clinical contact area?
Remove and discard barriers with gloved hands between patients.
Model trimmers and dental lathes are found in the..
Dental laboratory.
When a dentist fails to recognized a dental disease and the patient condition worsens, this scenario is known as..
Act of omission
What is the best practice for keeping patient files confidential when using an electronic chart?
Minimize or close the patient chart so it cannot be viewed.
Which of the following is the best way to prevent a needle stick when handling an anesthetic syringe.
One-handed scoop technique.
An example of ceramic attached a to a metal casting?
PFM
The head of the dental healthcare team is the..
Dentist
When a patient is given specific information about a dental procedure =, including any possible risks involved and then the patient signs a form that states they understand the risks and agree to the dental procedure about to be performed, this process is called
Informed consent.
What is the most appropriate disinfection protocol when a surface has been covered with a barrier?
Clean and disinfect surfaces at the beginning and end of the day.
A patient who needs a root canal treatment might be referred to an..
Endontist
Reciprocity occurs when..
One state recognizes the dental licence of an individual from another state.
What are the possible side effects of too much nitrous oxide?
Nausea
Contaminated dental instruments should be returned to the..
Sterilization center.
The type of supervision that requires the dentist to be in the office while the dental auxiliary preforms certain functions is..
Direct supervison