Operator Zones
What concept bare operating zones based off of?
The clock concept.
What is the the term for when the dentist holds the instruments?
A grasp.
What must be followed when admitting, seating, and dismissing a patient?
Standard Procedure Routine
When should the assistant let go of the instrument?
When the operator has a firm grasp on the instrument.
What syndrome is caused by repetitive and forceful motion of the wrist?
Carpal tunnel syndrome.
What are the four zones?
Operator, assistant, transfer, and static
Mouth mirror and explorer.
Where do you place the patients personal belonging?
In a safe visible place.
Where is the transfer zone?
4-7
What stool has a abdominal bar and a foot bar?
The assistant stool
What zone is directly behind the patient?
The Static Zone
How do you know that the operator is ready to receive a new instrument?
The operator makes a slight movement of the wrist.
When is a patient in an upright position?
At the beginning and end of a procedure?
Where are instruments transferred over the patient?
Over the chest, OR behind the head.
What is the dental treatment area also known as?
Dental operatory
What is four handed dentistry also known as?
Team dentistry.
What is instrument transfer also referred to?
Instrument exchange.
When is a patient in subsupine?
During a medical emergency.
How are the instruments transferred?
In the position of use.
What position is used when taking radiograph?
Upright position.
How do the locations of the zone’s vary?
Depending if the operator is right or left handed.
How does the dentist signal that the procedure is about to begin?
By placing one hand on each side of the patients mouth.
What is the purpose for having the assistant 4-5 inches higher than the operator?
It allows for better visibility and easier acces.
For transferring instruments throughout a procedure, a specific _____ is used for it’s efficiency.
Single-handed technique.
The area of the mouth being treated and the type of procedure will determine the ___ of the patient chair?
Position