which assessment supplies the most accurate account of a patient’s dietary habits? –
Correct Answer-3-day food diary
periodontal exam of 51 year old male confirms the development of a type II embrasure
with localized areas of slight to moderate gingival recession. Which aid is recommended
for effective interdental cleaning in this area – Correct Answer-interdental proxy brush
proxy brush for type II and III
end-tufted brush – type III or proximal surfaces where a tooth is missing
what are the post op care instructions provided after periodontal surgery? – Correct
Answer-limit physical activity
eat a soft, balanced diet
use an extra soft tooth brush
composite and porcelain restorations should be protected with a thin layer of water
based lubrication before applying sodium fluoride. Dental sealants are unaffected by the
application of any fluoride treatment and require no protective measures. – Correct
Answer-both statements are false
sealants, composites resins, and porcelain restorations should be protected with a
water based lubricant prior to APF fluoride treatment.
which statement is true regarding the purpose of polishing teeth? – Correct Answerconsidered a cosmetic procedure
what is the most appropriate radiographic recommendation for a patient presenting with
extensive dental work and at risk for decay? – Correct Answer-a full mouth periapical
series
each of the following could be mistaken as dental caries on a dental image except one.
- Correct Answer-radiopaque bases
each of the following interdental aids are effective plaque removal of type II embrasures
except – Correct Answer-floss threader
these are effective self care aids for type II embrasures
interdental brush
textured floss
toothpick
which description depicts the varying width of the periodontal ligament – Correct
Answer-thicker in areas of tension
thicker in apical region
thicker in functioning teeth
thinner in nonfunctioning teeth
each of following is a manifestation of moderate dental anxiety – Correct Answer-quick
answers
sweating
overwillingness to cooperate
slurred speech is a manifestation most often associated with? – Correct Answerhypoglycemia and stroke
during xray exposure, why is it important to maintain the tooth and film in a parallel
relationship? – Correct Answer-minimizes dimensional distortion
a 4-year old patient lives in community with .5 ppm of fluoride in drinking water. what is
the recommended fluoride supplement dose in mg to prescribe daily for this patient. –
Correct Answer-.25 mg
.5+ .25= .75
(.7 ppm is recommended)
the dental hygienist fails to inform the patient the tip of the scaling instrument broke in
the patient’s mouth. This is an example of – Correct Answer-negligence and
unintentional tort
the dental hygienist post dates a treatment appointment on an insurance form. this is an
example of – Correct Answer-criminal law
this is fraud which would be dealt under criminal law- a law established to prevent harm
to society.
in some cases of professional negligence, an expert witness is not needed. a 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.
leaving broken instrument in the sulcus does not require expert witness. this is evidence
under the doctrine of res ipsa loquitor- the matter speaks for itself.
a breach of contact occurs when privacy rights have been violated. Harm has to occur
for there to be a breach of contract. – Correct Answer-first statement is true and second
is false