North Carolina Dental Hygiene Licensing and Regulations, Exams of Dentistry

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-serial number of envelope -signature of voter -address of voter - What information is listed on the official envelope that is mailed to each registered voter? False - If there is a tie between candidates, then a second election will be required True - Any person who shall neglect or refuse to obey a subpoena from the board shall be guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor 10 - How many signatures must be obtained for a nominee to run in a dental or dental hygiene election to the Board? *President *Secretary-Treasurer - What two officers are elected by the board members? Two - How many consecutive terms can a board member serve? False - Serving on the board is strictly voluntary which means that board members will not receive compensation Three years - What is the term duration of the elected dental hygienist board member? 6 months - How long are the ballots and envelopes held by the board after the election? One - How many dental hygienists are permitted to serve on the board? Annually - The Board, by law, must meet how often? False - The dental hygiene board member is permitted to vote on matters regarding licensure True -

When a quorum is not present, the Board may adjourn the meeting False - The NC licensed dentists who are voting on board members have to be Both residing And practicing dentistry in NC All dental hygienists licensed in practice in NC - Who is entitled to vote for the dental hygiene board member? Governor of NC - Who is responsible for appointing the consumer member to the board? 10 days - Notice of a board meeting must be given to a member how many days in advance? True - If you hold a current license to practice in NC as a dentist or hygienist, then you are considered registered to vote in the election True - When preparing to count the ballots all of the envelopes are displayed and anyone present can challenge the signature or validity of the envelope False - After counting the votes it is concluded that neither of the 3 nominees received a majority of the votes to fill a single seat on the Board; therefore, the current board members will decide the winner 4 days - The canvassing (counting) of the ballots shall occurs within not more than how many days following the closing of the balloting? True - If the voter fails to sign the ballot envelope, then the enclosed ballot is not valid Two - How many dentists are elected each year to the board? State Gov't - The NC Board of Dental Examiners is an agency of the: True - Consumer members cannot vote on matters regarding dental hygiene licensure True - The NC State Board if Dental Examiners may refuse to grant a license to any person addicted to the use of alcoholic liquors or narcotic drugs to such an extent as, in the opinion of the Board, renders the alplicant unfit to practice dentistry. Class 1 misdemeanor -

Should a licensed dentist fail to keep a copy of the work order, fail to write a work order, or refuse to allow inspection of files by the state board said dentist shall be guilty of: March 31st - If you fail to renew your certificate by the following date, but continue to practice dentistry, then you will be guilty of the unauthorized practice of dentistry. True - A dental intern permit shall be valid for no more than one year from the date it was issued False - Dentists practicing with an intern permit are paid according to each case treated True - The board my refuse to issue a renewal certificate if a licensed dentist fails to comply with continuing education requirements adopted by the board 2 years - A lab work order or subwork must be retained for: True - The Department of Public Safety may charge, each applicant who has applied for a license through the Board, a fee for conducting the checks of criminal history records False - The serial number on the certificate of renewal of the license has to be the same as the serial number on the original license True - A person, firm, or corporation may be employed to construct of repair dentures, bridges, etc. provided there is a work order from the licensed dentist True - A provisional license may be granted to a dentist from outside of NC provided that they have a dental license in another state False - A dentist must be licensed in NC to be eligible for an instructors license Until the results of the next exam are announced - A provisional license is valid for what time frame (how long)? False - If a candidate has failed the CITA examination, he/she can still obtain a provisional license while waiting to take the exam again True - The signature of the dentist and his/her license number is required information that must be included on a work order

False - Duplicate licenses for the practice of dentistry are no longer issued by the Board because dentists are not required to display their original license January 31st - To avoid additional fees, you should renew your license before the following date: True - Both the license and the current certificate of renewal of license to practice dentistry must be displayed at all times True - A person who is a graduate of an approved dental school but who is not licensed to practice dentistry in this state may practice dentistry provided they are issued an intern permit and practice under the supervision or direction of a dentist duly licensed in this state True - No person shall practice dentistry in this state who does not have a valid license or certificate of renewal from the NC State Board of Dental Examiners True - The license of a dentist can be revoked or suspended if the dentist knowingly allows the dental hygienist in his office to practice outside of her scope of practice True - The punishment for practicing dentistry illegally is a class I misdemeanor with each day's violation being a separate offense False - The Board does not have a right to refuse, revoke, or suspend a license just because a dentist has a mental disability that could affect the care of his patients One year from the date the license is issued - Dr. Picasso has practiced dentistry in New York for 10 years. He comes to NC and has met the requirements and receives his license by credentials from the NC State Board of Dentistry. How long does Dr. Picasso have to establish a practice location and actively practice dentistry in NC? -withholding renewal of a license -suspending a license -denying a license after examination All of the above - Why shall an individual be afforded an opportunity to be heard before the Board? $100 - Board members shall receive compensation for Board services; however, the daily per diem must not exceed: NC Caring Dental Professionals -

The impaired dentist and hygienist peer organization in North Carolina is called: False - Holders of a limited volunteer dental license shall comply with CPR training as established by the Board, but they have no continuing education requirements to be met Applicants for reinstatement after revocation - Who is not given the opportunity for a hearing before the NC State Board of Dental Examiners? The dentist and the management company - The Board requires the statement "WARNING- YOU HAVE THE RIGHT AND ARE ENCOURAGED TO HAVE THIS CONTRACT REVIEWED BY YOUR OWN LEGAL COUNSEL PRIOR TO SIGNING" to be on an agreement document between: True - The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners shall have the power and authority to revoke or suspend a license to practice dentistry. -be of good moral character -pay the required fee -provide proof of proficiency All of the above - A dentist was previously licensed to practice in North Carolina; however, decided to let her license lapse when she moved to another state to practice. The dentist now wants to return to North Carolina to practice dentistry. What must the dentist do? February 15th - The Board shall submit an annual report on or before: False - The holder of a temporary volunteer permit shall receive monetary compensation for any dental service performed. True - Rules and regulations governing the practice of dentistry with the State of NC become effective 30 days after passage -NC State Board of Dentistry -UNC School of Dentistry -NC Dental Society All of the above - The Statewide supervisory committee for the impaired dentists program is made up of representatives from which of the following organization(s): The governor of NC - The annual report from the board is to be filed with: True -

If a person practices dentistry while their license is suspended, the license to practice dentistry may be permanently revoked: $75 - The NC State Board of Dentistry will provide a certificate to license a resident dentist desiring to change to another state or territory. The fee for the issuance of each certificate is: -is still impaired after treatment -poses an imminent danger to the public -exhibits professional incompetence All of the above - An impaired dentist peer review organization shall immediately report to the Board detailed information about any dentist licensed by the board, if the dentist being reviewed: Direct - Define "supervision" as it relates to dental hygiene in NC: NOT Approved: -Developing Your Dental Hygiene Career Path: Negotiations and Salary. Approved: -Periodontal instrumentation for the Advanced Practitioner -2016/2017 Infection Control Updates for the dental setting -The magic of air: a subgingival air polishing workshop - All of the following topics are considered Board approved for continuing education courses, EXCEPT: True - The teaching of dental hygiene in a school or college by an individual dental hygienist who is licensed in any state in the United States SHALL NOT constitute the practice of dental hygiene: -be of good moral character -be a graduate of an accredited high school or have a GED -be a graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school ALL of the above - When applying for a dental hygiene license, you must: Exception: -private practice - Under 90-233 (a1), a dental hygienist who meets certain required qualifications as listed in this section, may be designated by an employing dentist as capable of providing dental hygiene services w/o the physical presence of the dentist (w/o direct supervision). Before the hygienist performs any tx, the dentist must have personally performed an eval on the pt to be treated and have provided a written tx plan for the hygienist. All of the following are facilities where this type of tx may occur EXCEPT: Class I Misdemeanor - Any person who shall aid and abet another in violating any of the provisions of Article 16 (Dental Hygiene Act) shall be guilty of a: True -

A dental hygienist who has been disciplined by the Board MAY NOT practice outside the direct supervision of a dentist: 2 years - A dental hygienist can apply for licensure by credentials as long as they have actively been practicing dental hygiene under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist for a minimum of ___ years immediately preceding the date of application. True - A dental hygienist shall Not establish or operate a separate facility that exclusively renders dental hygiene care. Exception: -the dental hygienist has a poor attitude towards coworkers and patients - Disciplinary action can be taken by the Board for all of the following reasons EXCEPT: $80 - The portion of the annual fee to be paid upon dental hygiene license renewal to assist in funding programs for impaired dental hygienists is: Mary is not permitted to apply for a provisional license since she has failed an exam administered by the Board - Mar Hygienist graduated from the Dental Hygiene Program at CPCC in 1995 and failed the NC State Board Exam. She applied for licensure in VA and was successful and has worked full time in a periodontal practice. She plans to move back to NC and will be applying for a provisional license. Which of the following is true regarding Mary's situation? -Graduate of a Board accredited dental hygiene school. -Licensed to practice dental hygiene -Practices dental hygiene as prescribed by the Board ALL of the above - A dental hygienist as described in Article 16 has what characteristics? 6 - Drs. Monet, Goya, and Van Gogh are associates and may employ how many hygienists performing clinical dental hygiene at the same time when all of the dentists are in the office? Medicaid or Medicare charges or payments - The proceedings and records of a dental review committee shall be held in confidence unless they are investigating: 30 days - Any rule adopted shall be distributed to all licensed dentists and hygienists within____ days of final approval by the Board: 2 years - Every ___ ___ the Board shall issue a compilation of the rules and regulations along with the Dental Hygiene Act to all licensees

120 days of dentists eval - Under 90-233 (a1), a dental hygienist who meets certain requires qualifications as listed in this section, may be designated by an employing dentist as capable of providing dental hygiene services w/o the physical presence of the dentist (w/o direct supervision). Before the hygienist performs any tx, the dentist must have personally performed an evaluation on the pt to be treated and have provided a written tx plan for the hygienist. The dental hygiene functions noted in the tx plan must be performed w/in how many days of the dentist's evaluation? Reinstatement after revocation - With the exception of ____________, every applicant for a license or provisional license shall have the opportunity for a board hearing. False - A dental hygienist can apply for a license by credentials if they have one felony conviction. False - The North Carolina Board does have a reciprocity agreement for licensure with South Carolina due to their close proximity. False - Each applicant who takes an examination and fails does not have the privilege to review their examination in the presence of the board or a representative of the board. False - Permission to use funds from the occupational licensing board for legislation must be obtained from the Governor of NC. True - Application for a license will be denied if the applicant should fail to complete the required course of study. $100 - What is the compensation of Board members on a daily basis when they are conducting business for the Board? In writing or print - Each applicant for an examination given by an occupational licensing board shall be informed______ of the required grade for passing. True - Board members are required to receive training on the statutes governing the board and rules as well as certain state laws. Joint Legislative Administrative Procedure Oversight Committee - Each occupational licensing board shall file an annual financial report with the Secretary of State, Attorney General, Office of State Budget and Management and the: True -

All applicants for licensure must achieve a passing score on the Board's sterilization and jurisprudence examinations. Annually - Each occupational licensing board shall prepare a register of persons currently licensed by the board and shall supplement said register ___ by listing changes made by reason of new licenses issued, licenses revoked or suspended, death or other cause. False - Regarding application for licensure, a photograph of the applicant, taken within one year prior to the date of application, shall be affixed to the application. An education training program - "Internship" means practice in: Two years - Graduates (dental school grads) of foreign colleges may be accepted as applicants for licensure after completing _____ in a dental school accredited by the ADA. Person applying for any license or permit issued by the Board - The term "applicant" means: Number - Each candidate taking a licensing board is identified by: False - Students who attend a dental school that is not accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation are still permitted to apply for a dental license in North Carolina. True - A Board Member shall not be a permanent salaried employee of the board. All citizens - _______ can be informed as to the licensing status of dentists and hygienists in NC. False - An occupational licensing board is required to disclose to an applicant questions or answers to tests. True - An occupational licensing board may issue a temporary practice permit to a military spouse licensed, certified, or registered in another jurisdiction while the spouse is satisfying the requirements for licensure. True - A passport photo and the licensing fee must be sent to the Board if applying for a dental hygiene provisional license. Human subjects -

The clinical examination for dental hygiene includes procedures performed on _____ as part of the assessment of clinical competency True - As a condition precedent to issuing a dental provisional license, the Board may require an applicant to appear before the Board for oral examination, written examination(s), clinical evaluation or any combination thereof and satisfy the Board as to the applicant's professional competency. False - Application for dental hygiene licensure does not authorize the Board to inquire about a person's character or reputation True - An application for a limited volunteer dental license must pass the written exams on jurisprudence and infection control True - A dental hygiene provisional licensee may be limited to practice in a specific geographic location False - The dental hygiene clinical examination includes procedures on a clinical simulator as part of the assessment competency 10 - An applicant who changes his or her address shall notify the Board office within how many business days? Annually - An instructors license is renewed: True - An applicant for dental hygiene licensure by credentials must successfully complete the written examinations for infection control/jurisprudence True - Applications for dental hygiene licensure will be denied if the applicant fails to complete their course of study Retake both the written and clinical exams - A candidate for dental hygiene licensure failed the clinical exam but passed the written state exams on jurisprudence and infection control. After more than a year later, this person reapplied to the State Board. This person must do which of the following: 2,000; 2 - In order to be eligible for dental hygiene license by credit, a dental hygiene applicant must have provided at least_____ hours of clinical care to patients, during the ____ years immediately preceding application.

False - Any candidate who changes their address does not need to notify the board False - The 5,000 hours of clinical care may include any combination of post grad training, residency programs or an internship (Dental license by credentials) Mailed in sealed envelope - If a dental hygiene board applicant is still in school in a dental program, the official hygiene transcripts must be: 72 - An applicant who fails the written exam, must wait___\ hours before attempting to retake the written portion of the exam True - A provisional license issued to a member of the faculty of an educational institution is limited to practicing only in the facilities provided by the educational institution where he/she is a faculty member False - A certificate issued for a corporation or limited liability company is valid indefinitely and never has to be renewed Must take and pass written exams (infection control/ jurisprudence) - An applicant for licensure by credentials: True - No dental hygiene licenses are granted by reciprocity True - Applicants seeking reinstatement of a North Carolina dental license that has been revoked, suspended, inactive or lapsed more than five years must successfully pass the clinical examination given to first time applicants before applying for reinstatement True - The Board grants an exemption for eligible licensees serving in the military by waiving their mandatory continuing education requirements 2 - An applicant for a dental hygiene license passed the clinical portion of the Board exam but failed the written portion of the exam on the first attempt. This person may retake the written portion ___ additional times during a 1 year period In good standing - A dentist whose license is not suspended, revoked or subject to a probationary order is considered to be: Have worked as a full time assistant for five years of the preceding 7 years (5000 hours) -

To be classified as a DA II, if you are not a graduate of an accredited dental assisting program, or have not completed one year of dental hygiene school , you must do all BUT which of the following: Obtain one hour of CPR which counts toward the six hours required - In the renewal of a hygiene license in NC, which of the following does not apply: two years - All records, reports and certificates relative to continuing education hours must be maintained by the licensee for at least: License & renewal license - The dental hygienist must display in their place of employment which of the following: $25 - What is the fee for a duplicate dental hygiene license? Place sulcular antibiotic agents which are not resorbable - Hygienists may perform all but one of the following functions: True - North Carolina Area Health Education Centers are considered Board approved education sponsors. Polish the clinical crowns of the teeth with a slow speed handpiece rotating not more than 10,000 rpms and an appropriate polishing paste - With proper training and the completion of a 7 hour course, a Dental Assistant II can do which of the following: $50 - A late fee of ______ is levied on the hygienist who fails to renew their license before Jan 31st of each year. True - As a dental hygiene school, CPCC may conduct hygiene classes off-campus and must notify the Dental Board of the location and nature of each off campus course location, the names of the students assigned thereto and the names and qualifications of all instructors functioning. False - The Dental Assistant II may perform sulcular irrigation Mail CE certificates to the State Board on a yearly basis - When reporting continuing education the hygienist must do all but one of the following: Four - As a full time employee of the NC Dept. of Health as a hygienist in public health, how many hours of continuing education can you have credited for license renewal each year? True -

If a dental hygiene applicant for license renewal fails to provide proof of completion of reported continuing education hours, the Board may refuse to issue a renewal certificate. four - As a full time faculty member engaged in the education of dental hygiene students, how many hours of continuing education can you have credited for license renewal each year? Required to follow a comprehensive and practical infection control program at all times - Dentists are: Expose radiographs on a patient - Mary Floss has no previous training or experience as a dental assistant but has been hired by a dental practice for on the job training as a Dental Assistant I. She can perform all but one of the following procedures: False - Reading the Journal of Dental Hygiene, since it is a refereed, peer reviewed publication of the ADHA, for 6 hours will fulfill the continuing education requirement for dental hygiene license renewal. True - A dental hygiene license becomes void if not renewed by March 31st. True - Dental hygiene schools may conduct off-campus hygiene classes in which dental hygiene services are provided to members of the public at Board approved sites. This includes state or county health department and area health education centers Direct control and supervision meaning the dentist assigns the tasks and is personally responsible for the outcome of the tasks - The dental assistant II works under which type of dental supervision: The employee & the patient - The board requires that comfortable and sanitary conditions be maintained for: True - The Board will decide whether to grant or deny a request from an individual for an administrative hearing seven - What is the number of instructional hours required of a dental assistant who wishes to assist a dentist in the administration of nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalant sedation? True - A minimal conscious sedation permit is Not required for minor psychosedatives used for anxiolysis prescribed for administration outside the dental office when pre-procedure instructions are likely to be followed. True -

A lawfully qualified nurse or anesthetist may induce conscious sedation under supervision and direction of a dentist or physician 90 days (three months) - A dentist who meets the requirements to administer moderate conscious sedation may be granted temporary approval prior to the office (site) inspection. This temporary approval is valid no longer than ______ True - Every NC school of dentistry shall keep the Board informed of the names and qualifications of all instructors therein. False - A general dentist advertises that he offers a connective tissue graft procedure to patients. He is allowed to advertise as a "Specialist in Periodontics" since he has performed over 200 procedures. 72 hours - You work for a dentist who holds a permit to administer general anesthesia or sedation. An adverse occurrence related to the administration of general anesthesia or sedation has resulted in the death of a patient withing 24 hours of the procedure. In what time frame, does the dentist have to submit a report to the Board regarding this death? False - A dental hygienist can induce nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalant sedation to a patient Increasing the flow of sedation - "monitoring" of nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalant sedation includes all of the following EXCEPT: Conscious sedation - The ability to maintain an airway and to respond appropriately to physical stimulation or verbal commands is characteristic of: Moderate conscious sedation - Conscious sedation characterized by a drug induced depression of consciousness, during which the patients respond purposefully to verbal commands, provided to patients 13 yrs or older, by oral, parenteral routes of administration or multiple pharmacological agents, in multiple doses, within a 24 hr period False - No applicant for a general anesthesia permit who has received a failing notice from the Board may request more than one reevaluation in a six month period midnight May 20th - Regarding nominees as candidates for election to the NC State Board, each nominee shall be notified by the Secretary of the Board of Elections of his/her nomination before a certain time and date. That time and date is before___ True -

You have been served a subpoena to attend a hearing procedure and testify as a witness. True or False: it is permissible for you to file a written objection to the subpoena with the Boards office. True - A dentist who is qualified to administer general anesthesia must ensure that his/her staff has successfully completed Basic Life Support Training. Local anesthesia - is the elimination of senses in one part of the body by the regional application or injection of a drug President - regarding a lawmaking hearing, the _____ of the Board shall preside at a rulemaking hearing True - It is necessary for a dentist administering general anesthesia to maintain a defibrillator Dental hygienists - Under the Caring Dental Professionals Program, peer liaisons and volunteers participating for impaired dental hygienists shall be: The Secretary-Treasurer of the Board or another Board member appointed by the Secretary-Treasurer - The supervisor and director of investigations of charges against a licensee shall be the responsibility of what person: Fifteen - What is the minimum number of continuing education hours a dentist must earn each year? For at least two years following the completion of the course(s) - Each licensed dentist maintains his/her own records of all continuing education courses/hours. If the dentist is audited regarding his/her continuing education courses/hours, documentation of the courses/hours taken shall be provided to the Board or its investigator during the audit. The documentation for these courses must be maintained for how long? DHHS - A dentist has issued prescriptions for controlled substances in a manner that may violate laws governing the prescribing of controlled substances or the practice of dentistry. What agency may submit a report to the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners if the information received by the agency provides a basis to investigate the dentist for the actions stated above? Ten - As a full time faculty member in an educational institution engaged in the education, training or research in dental or dental auxiliary programs, how many hours of continuing education can a dentist have credited for license renewal each year? The hygienist performs a complete oral examination, and the dentist just signs off on the dental hygienist's evaluation of the patient. - All of the following define the direction required of a public health hygienist except one. Which one is the exception?

True - Information received by the impaired dentists/hygienists program shall remain confidential and shall not be released to any party outside the membership of the program unless the impaired person was referred by the NC State Board of Dental Examiners. Six hours continuing education in substance abuse management annually - In order for a North Carolina public health hygienist to practice outside of the direct supervision of a dentist, this hygienist must have all of the following except: True - A family member may provide information concerning suspected impairment of a dentist/dental hygienist to the NC Caring Dental Professionals Program. True - A dental hygienist suspected of impairment may be required to submit to personal interviews if an investigation indicates the report of impairment is valid. 4000 - Prior to performing clinical procedures under the direction of a duly licensed dentist, Subchapter 16 W states that a public health hygienist must have five years of experience in clinical dental hygiene. How many hours of performing prophylaxis or periodontal debridement are equivalent to the five years of experience in clinical dental hygiene? Five - Dentists shall receive______ hours of continuing education credit if they work 20 hours a week as a faculty member at an educational institution. True - Failing to offer 30 days of emergency care upon dismissing a patient from a dental practice is considered an act of unprofessional conduct by the dentist. True - Failing to notify the board of a change in current physical address within 10 business days is considered an act of unprofessional conduct by the dental hygienist. True - The directing dentist of a valid intern permit holder shall be responsible for all consequences or results arising from the permit holder's practice of dentistry. True - A pre-hearing conference shall be conducted before the Investigative Panel and shall not be recorded nor open to the public. 30 - A dentist, upon request of a patient record, shall provide all information required by the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable law, including original or copies of radiographs and a summary of the treatment record to the patient or to a licensed dentist identified by the patient. The treatment summary and radiographs shall be provided

within_____ days of the request and shall not be contingent upon the current, past or future dental treatment or payment or services. Ten years - Treatment records on all patients shall be maintained for not less than: True - According to Subchapter 16S- Caring Dental Professionals Program, "impairment" is defined as chemical dependence or mental illness.