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Florida Dental Law
How many total members are on the Florida Board of Dentistry? - correct answer 11 How many hygienists are on the Florida Board of Dentistry? - correct answer 2 How many dentists are on the Florida Board of Dentistry? - correct answer 7 How many years of clinical experience must a board member have? - correct answer 5 T/F The board member must still remain primarily in clinical practice during their board appointment. - correct answer True How many terms can a dental hygiene board member serve on the Board of Dentistry? - correct answer 4 What is the maximum number of years a board member may serve? - correct answer 10 Who appoints the Board of Dentistry members? - correct answer Governor of Florida One member of the board must be as least how old? - correct answer 60 T/F Remedial tasks may be delegated by the dentist if they pose no risk to the patient. - correct answer True - only those defined by rule or law T/F Irremediable tasks may NOT be delegated by the dentist except when provided by law - correct answer True
Who delegates what are remediable and delegable tasks? - correct answer The Board of Dentistry The authorization of an irremediable task under GENERAL SUPERVISION is valid for how many months? - correct answer 13 - past this timeframe, another exam must be administered by the dentist Intraoral treatment tasks which are irreversible and create unalterable changes in the oral cavity or structures - correct answer irremediable tasks Intraoral treatment which is reversible and do not create permanent changes in the oral cavity or structures, and do NOT cause increased risk to the patient. - correct answer remediable tasks Applying topical with jet spray is an example of what type of task? - correct answer Irremediable Applying bleaching solution, activating light, and monitors and removing office bleaching materials is an example of which type of task? - correct answer remediable Dentist is out of the country and a patient comes in with an emergency. Which task is a hygienist/assistant able to perform without the dentist present? - correct answer re-cementing temporary crowns with temporary cement (cannot do anything permanent) The use of a laser is considered what type of task? - correct answer Irremediable Who may perform emergency remediable tasks under conditions specified by law? - correct answer Hygienist & Dental Assistant [RDH & CDA] How often must CPR and BLS be renewed? - correct answer Every 2 years (each biennium)
What IS an appropriate education topic for CE credit? - correct answer Board Approved Individual Study Which of the following is an example of a CE a dental hygienist would take? - correct answer Patient Stress Management When are licensees excused from CE? - correct answer In the first biennium of licensure Dental hygienists are exempt from CE when: - correct answer - first biennium of licensure
- enrolled full-time in dental academic program
- serving as full-time faculty of a dental program How long should you keep receipts, vouchers, or certificates as necessary documentation of CE courses? - correct answer 4 years T/F - you do not have to submit proof of CE credits unless you are audited. - correct answer True T/F - If a dentist or hygienist takes 10 hours on HIV/AIDS course, the remaining 9 hours could count toward their required CE's for licensure renewal. - correct answer True T/F - If 40 hours are taken during one licensing biennium, then the extra hours can count toward renewal during the next biennium. - correct answer False Who can prescribe drugs? - correct answer The dentist, ONLY. The dentist is required to have CPR training every ___ years and have resuscitative equipment in good working order. - correct answer 2 years
Who defines the rules for prescriptions, training, certifications, use, and compliance of dentists who give meds or anesthesia? - correct answer Florida Board of Dentistry Can a hygienist PRESCRIBE fluoride or CHX to a patient of record? - correct answer NO! prescribing is done by the dentist, only. Hygienists can recommend. T/F - the original Rx is given to the patient and a copy is kept in their chart. - correct answer True A dentist may only write a prescription when it pertains to ... - correct answer the scope of dentistry How long is a dental hygiene prescription good for? - correct answer 24 months ( years) What MUST be included in a prescription for prescription-strength fluoride gel? - correct answer Dentist's license number The absence of pain without loss of consciousness - correct answer Analgesia The loss of feeling and sensation, specifically pain - correct answer Anesthesia The loss of sensation of pain in a specific area without causing loss of consciousness
- correct answer Local Anesthesia A controlled state of UNCONSCIOUSNESS, which includes the inability to respond purposefully or maintain an open airway. Parenteral routes - correct answer General Anesthesia Same as general anesthesia except it includes parenteral and enteral routes - correct answer Deep sedation
- oxygen T/F - Nitrous may be used with a single dose sedative. - correct answer True How many didactic hours are required for a dentist to receive conscious sedation? - correct answer 60 How many people must be present for a dentist to perform conscious sedation on a patient? - correct answer 2 How many people must be present for a dentist to perform general sedation on a patient? - correct answer 3 What is required to be in an operatory of a sedated child patient? - correct answer - adequate size to permit access for emergency procedures
- chair equipped for emergency situation, including a CPR board
- suction and backup suction (tonsil suction and catheters) What is required to be in a recovery room of a sedated child patient? - correct answer - suction and backup suctions
- postive pressure oxygen
- adequate lighting
- adequate size for emergency access
- situated so patient can be observed by dentist of office team member at all times Equipment that must be in operatory after child conscious sedation: - correct answer - positive pressure O2 system w/ full face mask
- airways
- BP cuff and stethoscope
- suctions and catheters
- pulse oximeter
- scale
- thermometer Emergency equipment that must be present for child conscious sedation - correct answer - IV setup
- syringes
- tourniquet and tape
- defibrillator The following drugs must be accessible from operatory or recovery room: - correct answer - epinephrine
- atropine
- lidocaine
- narcotic antagonist
- antihistamine
- corticosteroid
- nitroglycerine
Who grants sedation permits? - correct answer Board of dentistry Any dentist practicing in FL must notify the BOD in writing by registered mail, post- marked within how many hours, of any mortality or other incident occurring in out pt facilities? - correct answer 48 hours A complete written report of mortality or other incident must be filed with the BOD within how many days of the incident? - correct answer 30 days A dental hygienest under ______ supervision may administer local anesthesia to a non-sedated pt older than 15YO if they meet the criteria outlined in the laws manual. - correct answer Unable!!! The pt MUST be at least 18YO for a hygienist to administer local anesthesia Nitrous Oxide produces...... - correct answer altered state of consciousness
T/F - If there is no noted dentist of record, it is assumed to be the owner of the practice. - correct answer True A pt who has received x-rays, an exam from the dentist, and a tx plan is considered to be..... - correct answer A pt of record Records may be transferred ONLY with the _______ consent of the pt. - correct answer Written consent What minimum items must be included on a pt's record? - correct answer - Med Hx
- pt Hx
- exam results
- tx plan Within how many days of a dentist's death must all pt records be transferred to another FL licensed dentist? - correct answer 90 Days Within the event of the death of a dentist, how long must pt records be accessible by the pt from another FL licensed dentist? - correct answer 4 years from the date of the pt's last exam T/F - With the death of a dentist, all pt records must be transferred to another practice in the same county where the original practice was located. - correct answer True How long must dental labs keep pt records? - correct answer 4 years following the date the prescription was issued. If a new pt comes to see the hygienist, but is not yet a pt of record and the dentist leaves for an emergency, how do you proceed? - correct answer reschedule the pt with the dentist first before any tx is provided
If there are mulitple dentists seeing a pt and there is no dentist of record on file, who is the dentist of record? - correct answer The dentist who owns the practice Who owns the pt's record or chart? - correct answer The dentist In the event that a dentist dies, how long must the records be kept? - correct answer Keep records for 4 years In the event that a dentist dies, where do all the "pt of record" files go? - correct answer To another licensed FL dentist in the same county Any statements, ORAL or WRITTEN, disseminated to the public for the purpose of selling professional services or inducing the public to enter into any obligation relating to those services. - correct answer Advertising A dental advertisement must include: - correct answer Dentist info: name, location, phone, license # Who assumes total responsibility for a dental advertisement? - correct answer the dentist If a dentist advertises something but forgets to put an expiration, the deal is good for? - correct answer 90 Days The purpose of advertising is to.... - correct answer allow public access to information which provides a sufficient basis to make an informed decision What type of advertising is prohibited? - correct answer In person and telephone ads Dental ads may NOT be/contain... - correct answer - false, deceptive, misleading
- laudatory statements
- intent to create false expectations
Which is NOT a form of sterilization? - correct answer ethylene glycol Who registers disinfectants? - correct answer EPA Who recommends the usage of disinfectants? - correct answer CDC Which is NOT a form of disinfectant? - correct answer isopropyl alcohol How should impressions be treated that are sent to the lab? - correct answer labeled as "treat as infectious material" and sealed in an impervious container What must you do to extracted teeth of given back to pt? - correct answer disinfected Extracted teeth must be ______ & ________ if being used for science, educational, or testing purposes. - correct answer scrubbed and sterilized extracted teeth and tissue not required for exam must be discarded as _________. - correct answer biohazards waste/sharps Which is not a sterilization process? - correct answer Radiation When handling soiled instruments, which is NOT appropriate? - correct answer Using regular exam gloves Who would be the enforcer of making guidelines and rules for contaminants containing blood, saliva, and other bodily fluids? - correct answer CDC Which PPE is not required? - correct answer Eye protection - recommended but not mandatory
Which is NOT consistent with the CDCs recommendation of use? - correct answer Washing prosthodontic appliances with soap and water before allowing pt to place in mouth Grounds for disciplinary action: - correct answer - not reporting others specialists known to have violated the law
- failing to report in writing within 30 days of actions against one's license elsewhere
- failure to notify change of address within 10 days (minor violation) Can a dentist/hygienist accept fees during a license suspension period? - correct answer NO! Fines range from $500 to $10, A change of address must be submitted to the board within ___ days. - correct answer 10 days, or receive a $250 fine A dental lab should notify the board for change of address within how many days? - correct answer 30 days A dental assistant must complete on-the-job training for how many months before receiving a radiographer permit? - correct answer 3 months How many months does a dental assistant have to complete an accredited course and be certified by the ADA? - correct answer 12 months What is the fee for a radiographer permit? - correct answer $ Using the term RDH or hygienist is a _____ if not licensed. - correct answer misdemeanor How recent must an applicant for licensure have taken the NB? - correct answer At any date. (previously 10 years) If the primary dentist is out of town, who can diagnose and tx plan a pt? - correct answer Another dentist
Working under an expired or suspended license is a ______. - correct answer felony, 3rd degree A dentist who is unlicensed or is practicing outside the scope of dentistry has committed a _________. - correct answer felony, 3rd degree A lab that does not keep the original Rx has committed a _____. - correct answer misdemeanor, 2nd degree operating as a lab is a _____. - correct answer misdemeanor, 2nd degree DDS practicing w/out a license for 2-6 months - correct answer $1,000 fine and 4 hours of risk management RDH practicing w/out a license for 2-6 months - correct answer $250 fine DDS fee for each CE hour not completed - correct answer $100 ($150 for not doing CPR) RDH fee for each CE hour not completed - correct answer $25 ($50 for not doing CPR) What is the fee if lab forms are pre-signed? - correct answer $500 fine What is the fine if the dentist fails to give pt documents? - correct answer $1, What is the fine for fraud? - correct answer $10,000 per offense What is the fine for malpractice or practicing beyond the scope of dentistry? - correct answer $500- $10,000 fine and probation for first offense If a dentist is terminated, how long do they have to notify their pts? - correct answer 30 days
If a dentist is suspended, how long do they have to notify their pts? - correct answer 30 days If and RDH is delinquent on their child-support payments, the BOD has the right to ________. - correct answer Hold or deny their license The pt is referred to a specialist and at that appointment they are seen by the hygienist. Who is ultimately responsible for the pt? - correct answer The referring dentist A dentist refers a pt to another dentist due to a financial interest. This can only happen if..... - correct answer The pt's interests is still in best interest and he/she consents by written notification that informs the pt of 1) the financial interest and 2) the pt's right to request another referral If a dental hygienist injures a pt, who is primarily responsible? - correct answer The dentist When can a licensee choose to become inactive? - correct answer anytime Inactive licenses must be renewed ____ and the applicant is responsible for renewing the inactive status fee - correct answer biennially How often can a person renew their inactive status? - correct answer biennially, once every 2 years If a license becomes suspended for 1+ years, a dental professional must notify their pts within __________. - correct answer 1 month (30 days) Any licensee who's license has been revoked or suspended must...... - correct answer - notify pt's within 30 days
- remove any telephone listings identifying them as licensed
- remove name from any advertising material
- changing bleach pellets
- condition tooth for ortho
- ANALGESIA - monitor nitrous
- gingival curettage
- Administer local anesthetic CDA Direct Supervision needed for: - correct answer 1. fabricating temp crowns intraorally
- selecting ortho bands and wires/appliance
- Packing/Removing retraction cord (w/out epi)
- place/remove dry socket dressing
- impressions
- polishing restoration & clinical crowns
- remove excess cement on restorations
- condition tooth for ortho
- monitor nitrous/turn off at completion
- cement temp crowns with temp cement
- place/remove temp restorations
- charting
- applying topical Indirect Supervision - correct answer Authorize > present RDH Indirect Supervision needed for: - correct answer 1. Place/Remove dental dam
- Place/Remove matrix band
- Apply liners, varnish, bases
- Impressions
- marginate restorations
- removal of in-office bleaching
- Local delivery placement (atridox, perio chip)
- cementing temp crowns with temp cement
- root planing
- marginate amalgams
- monitor nitrous/turn off (OXYGEN)
- secure/unsecure archwires
- remove excess ortho cement CDA Indirect Supervision needed for: - correct answer 1. place/remove dental dam
- Place/Remove matrix band
- Apply liners, varnish, bases
- Impressions
- apply topical fluoride
- sealants
- suture removal
- take x-rays
- place/remove perio & surgical dressing
- place/remove pre-tx separators
- secure/unsecure archwires
- retract lips, cheeks, tongue
- place/remove cotton rolls General Supervision - correct answer Authorize only RDH general supervision needed: - correct answer 1. polishing
- apply topical fluoride and anesthetic
- fabricate temp crowns and bridges in lab
- suture removal
- place/remove temps
- amalgam polishing
- access cement removal (restorations)
