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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is found in dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) that allow bacteria, fungi, and viruses to multiply? | Biofilm |
| What is the FIRST link in the chain of infection? | portal of entry |
| what is the most common route of contamination? | direct contact |
| Potential infectious material | saliva |
| what is not a step when dismissing a patient | letting the pt walk up front on his/her own |
| which activity is not a mode of transmission for bloodborne pathogens? | shaking hands |
| what is the best way to prevent the spread of microorgansims? | hand washing with antimicrobial soap |
| what type of glove is used during a surgical procedure? | sterile |
| which item is not part of PPE? | implant placement |
| which item would be found in a non-aseptic area? | contaminated product |
| Which disinfectant can stain light-colored vinyl or plastic? | iodophors |
| what is the physical removal of organic matter such as blood, tissue,and debris from instruments? | cleaning |
| what is sterilization? | process that kills all living organisms and endspores |
| what is the appropriate disinfectant for proper surface cleaning after a procedure? | hospital grade |
| what is the appropriate receptacle vessel for proper needle disposal? | sharps container |
| what gov agency require the use of PPE to protect against contact with all bodily fluids whether or not blood is? | OSHA |
| Which action does not comply with CDC guidelines ? | disinfecting surgical instruments |
| which item is considered contaminated waste? | patient napkin |
| what are two factors that influence dental development? | genetic and environmental |
| which phase of pregnancy do the cells proliferate? | zygote |
| function of anterior teeth | ripping and tearing |
| what is the longest tooth in the mouth | cuspid |
| what is the extra cusp that is often fund on maxillary first molars? | cusp of carabellli |
| what histologic material covers the crown of the tooth? | enamel |
| what is the name of the largest papillae on the tongue? | circumvallate |
| In which numnering system is the maxillary right lateral 2? | palmer notation |
| If the tooth is extracted, what generally happens to the adjacent tooth? | they tend to tilt to fill the space |
| in what units are periodontal pockets measured? | milimeters |
| what federal agency has control of all drugs sold? | FDA |
| What is the prescription abbreviation for taking medication twice a day in a patient's chart? | b.i.d |
| the dentist should be alerted when an anesthetic with a vasoconstrictor | heart disease |
| what item is used to decrease the setting time of gypsum material? | hot water |
| during mixing, which cement is most technique sensitive | zinc phosphate |
| approximate shelf life for alginate material | 1 year |
| what are two parts of self-curing acrylic resin? | liquid/powder |
| restorative procedure for fabrication of a temporary crown | crown prep |
| dental material used making custom provisonal | acrylic resin |
| what are the components that make up a nucleus | protons and neutrons |
| what is a lead disc with an opening in the middle that filters put additional weak x-rays | collimator |
| what is a lightend bow with plexigastro surface so that x-rays can be easily observed for diagnostic purposes? | view box |
| film packet placed | parallel to the long axis of the tooth |
| how should kvp be adjusted | alterd depending size or mass |
| what type of imaging is done when using conventional film | direct dental imaging |
| edentulous pt radiograph | pano |
| radiopaque structure that forms the roof of the mouth? | hard palate |
| which gov agent regulates hazardous chemicals? | EPA |
| which film component of the film packet is considered hazardous waste and must be properly disposed? | lead foil |
| temp unexposed film should be stored in | 50-70 degrees F |
| primary use of the transfer zone? | frequently used instruments and materials |
| what product does not aid in isolation | rubber dam clamp |
| the correct isolation for a root canal | rubber dam |
| IRM is used for | temporary filling |
| traditional process to retire records | filing |
| term that indicates a patient's check (payment) was returned? | insufficient funds |
| example of expandable dental supply | cotton rolls |
| equipment used to send and receive records electronically | scanner |
| responsible for stocking | dental assistant |
| first rule in opening a dental office alone | check your surroundings |
| after escorting pt back to the operators, da should | place pt napkin |
| how does the da code a child of an insurance subscriber | dependent |
| term for amount a pt pays after dental benefits are deducted | copay/patient portion |
| which professional would not be involved in public relations | dental sales rep |
| importance of a da being crossed trained with front office equipment | to ensure successful flow of the practice routine |
| term in a dental software program is used for the time blocked out for an emergency? | buffer |
| which record must the pt sign and date annually | medical history |
| which system is not an electronic system | chronological card |
| semi critical instument | rubber dam forceps |
| pt enters room, best place for anesthetic syringe | out of pt view |
| what is the highest level of maslow's hiercrchy of needs? | self-actualization |
| what do the technological items mouse, keyboard, and monitor describe? | hardware |
| program efficiently aids pt schedule | practice software |
| what type of program is Microsoft excel? | spreadsheet |
| used to move/control cursor | mouse |
| member that greets pt upon arrival | front office |
| where are allergies to meds found in the pt chart | medical history |
| function of a recall system | ensure pt return fr continued care |
| proper protocol when placing new barriers | clean hands, no gloves |
| technique not used in radiology | digit |
| item not used when taking a PA of 18 | explorer |
| item placed on pt to prevent scattered radiation | lead apron |
| non-critcal pertaining to radiographic prodecures | lead apron |
| material used for rubber cup polish | prophy paste |
| used to clean removable dentures | commerical denture cleaners |
| what does topical anesthetic do in dentistry | numbs surface tissue |
| what component of the evacuation system must be routinely changed or cleaned | trap |
| correct way to seal a sterilization packet for effective sterilization? | fold and seal at perforated line |
| what is the most common pathological condition found in children? | caries |
| what is the surface of the tooth that relates to the tongue side? | lingual |