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MDA Ch. 2
Modern Dental Assisting, Bird, 10th Edition
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Certified dental assistant (CDA) | The nationally recognized credential of the dental assistant who has passed the DANB certification examination and keeps current in practice through continuing education. |
| Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) | National acency responsible for administering the certification examination and issuing the credential of certified dental assistant. |
| HIPPA | The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 specifies federal regulations that ensure privacy regarding a patient's healthcare information. |
| Professional | Person who meets the standards of a profession. |