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Allows billing to be spread out over time and alleviates overstocking A. Recorder point B. Automatic shipment C. Recorder quantity D. Backorder A Patient has difficulty chewing and is self-conscious about the appearance of her teeth. The max incisors occlude lingually to the mandibular anterior teeth. The dentist asks the assistant to expose radiographic images to provide a view of the entire maxilla and mandible. What type of images would the assistant expose? A. Panoramic B. Transcranial C. Lateral cephalometric D. Full mouth series D The dentist dictates class VI caries on tooth 41 A. Gingival 1/3 of the tooth B. Proximal surface of anterior teeth C. Pit and fissure of posterior teeth, lingual of anterior teeth D. Incisal edge or cusp tip
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After seating the patient in the operatory which of the following sets of vital signs would be recorded? A. Temp, vision, pulse B. Weight, temp, pulse C. Respiration rate, pulse, weight D. Pulse, temp, blood pressure C A patient is having a benign neoplasm removed from the anterior portion of the palate A. Local infiltration B. Incisive nerve block C. Nasopalatine nerve block D. Inferior nerve block D The amount paid before benefits take effect A. Carrier B. Provider C. Beneficiary D. Deductible D
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A patient has a normal recall exam. Her complaint is she has bleeding when brushing. She doesn't not floss as it is time consuming. She has generalized biofilm/ plaque at the gingival margins with moderate gingivitis. What interproximal aid would be helpful to stimulate the gingival tissues to improve health for this patient? A. Rubber tip B. Tufted floss C. Waxed floss D. Interdental brush D. A 10-year-old patient with down syndrome presents to the office. Examination reveals that the patient has periodontal disease and several carious lesions. The patient is able to follow simple instructions and conversations. Which one of the following periodontal diseases does this patient have? A. Early periodontitis B. Chronic periodontitis C. Juvenile periodontitis D. Prepubertal periodontitis C- study A patient presents with teeth 25 and 26 missing and extensive decay on tooth 46. He would like dental implants to replace the maxillary missing teeth and a crown on tooth 46. An examination was completed and impressions obtained.
Oral hygiene instruction is given to prevent which of the following dental conditions post-surgery? A.ANUG B.Gingival abrasion C. Peri-implants D. Halitosis B Match the principle that best describes the actions or decisions presented. A dentist provides complete information regarding treatment options A. Justice B. Veracity C. Autonomy D. Confidentiality E. Nonmaleficence A The assistant will seat the patient in a subsupine position, with the head lower than the feet and loosen any binding clothes A. Syncope B. Asthmatic attack C. Hyperventilation D. Angina pectoris E. Anaphylaxis D A patient arrives for her recall exam apt. While updating her health history the patient informs the assistant that she is 32 weeks pregnant. The patient also
A. Class I B. Class II C. Class III D. Class IV A A 7-year-old patient presents to the office with a chipped tooth and bruises on his chin and his story does not match up to the mother's story. Who should you inform? A. The dentist B. Police officer C. A social worker D. The patients mother C What is a CONTRAINDIACTION for the application of pit and fissure sealants? A. Deep pits and fissures present B. The tooth has been erupted for less than 1 year C. An amalgam restoration is already in place D. Dental dam placement is not possible D A patient is scheduled for extraction of the 47. The patients' medical history indicates that heart valve replacement surgery was done 1 year ago. The dentist has prescribed antibiotics to be taken by the patient prior to the apt. two days following the patient's wife calls and says the extraction area is whiteish and infected. The receptionist correct response is
A. We can see your husband on an emergency basis tmr B. The area is probably not infected as oral healing sites frequently are covered in a thin whiteish film. Call again in 48 hours if the area is red and swollen C. The antibiotics the dentist prescribed would prevent any infection from occurring D. We can see him today to allow the dentist to examine the extraction site C A patient presents to the office with the apt for a composite restoration to replace an amalgam on tooth 17 due to recurrent decay. During the preparation the dentist notes it will be a deep restoration. The assistant prepares the additional dental materials needed to adapt the treatment. When applying the liner, which of the following structures must be avoided? A. Pulp B. Dentin C. Enamel D. Mesial wall D A painful condition associated with disintegration of the blood clot after tooth extraction is called a A. Abscess B. Periapical cyst C. Pericoronitis D. Alveolitis D A patient presents to the office for her removal of her lower impacted wisdom teeth. Upon reviewing her medical history before treatment, the dental assistant noted
D. Place a moistened tea bag over the extraction site A The dental assistant modifies a toothbrushing technique for her patient who is limited dexterity A. Within their scope of practice B. An act of omission C. An act of commission D A 7 year old arrives at the office with an emergency. He has a fractured tooth 11 in a fall in the playground at school. The dentist will see the patient immediately and asks the assistant to take a radiographic image. Upon examination it is noted that two thirds of the coronal portion of the tooth is missing with a horizontal fracture and a distinct pink area visible inside the remaining crown of the tooth. The dentist recommends endodontic treatment and a temporary restoration. What material should the dentist use to promote a seal at the apex of tooth 11? A. Calcium hydroxide B. Antibiotic paste C. Formocresol D. Zinc oxide C. A patient presents to the office with the apt for a composite restoration to replace an amalgam on tooth 17 due to recurrent decay. During the preparation the dentist notes it will be a deep restoration. The assistant prepares the additional dental materials needed to adapt the treatment. Which of the following materials is contraindicated for use with this restoration? a. Glass ionomer b. Zinc phosphate
c. Polycarboxylate d. Zinc oxide-eugenol A The dentist dictates class V caries on tooth 23 A. Gingival 1/3 of the tooth B. Proximal surface of anterior teeth C. Pit and fissure of posterior teeth, lingual of anterior teeth D. Incisal edge or cusp tip E. Proximal surfaces of anterior teeth including the incisal edge D A patient comes to the office for composite restorations on teeth surfaces; 21 DI, 11 MID and 44 DO. The assistant prepares the equipment and supplies and applies the topical anesthetic as prescribed by the dentist. After the treatment is completed, the patient begins to have intermittent blinking followed by a blank stare. Which of the following injections should be administered for the maxillary right quadrant? A. Anterior palatine nerve block B. Inferior alveolar nerve block C. Buccal nerve block D. Field block C A new patient has swelling in quad 1. during the review of the patient's medical history, it is noted that he has a history of grand mal seizures. Tooth 16 is extremely sensitive to percussion; the surrounding tissues are inflamed and pus is exuding from the fistula on the buccal gingiva. The dentist prescribes a periapical image which reveals a preformation on a curved root, caused by the failure of a pervious
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The specimen from a biopsy will be preserved in this solution A. Sodium hypochlorite B. Hydrogen peroxide C. Formalin D. Stannous fluoride D Teeth 53, 52, 51, 61, 62 and 63 show decay extending from the incisal edge to the cervical third of each tooth A. Incipient caries B. Arrested caries C. Root caries D. Rampant caries D A patient shows up for her annual exam and the dentist reveals generalized staining, healthy gingiva and an absence of caries. The dentist recommends a selective polish. The patient had a high incidence of caries at her last annual visit. The assistant had pointed out to the patient that the dietary factor that contributes to high caries rate is? A. Vitamin D B. Proteins C. Triglycerides D. Sucrose B
The dentist will fabricate a prosthodontic appliance to replace the maxillary dentition A. Fixed bridge B. Complete denture C. Full crown D. Partial denture D. Dental implant C The patient with dental insurance A. Carier B. Provider C. Beneficiary D. Deductible B What foods should be recommended to a patient to aid in stimulating the gingival tissues and increasing gingival health A. Breads and refined cereals B. Raw fruits and vegetables C. Less cariogenic foods D. Soft foods C A patient becomes pale and is coughing and wheezing?? A. Syncope B. Completely obstructed airway
Which teeth are used to tear food A. Central incisors B. Premolar C. Cuspid D. Molar B A patient is scheduled in the oral surgeon's office for an extraction of teeth 18 and
- He has insulin- dependent diabetes and has taken the required medication and food before arriving for his apt. He appears nervous. Where should the topical anesthetic be placed for tooth 18? A. Incisive papilla B. Maxillary vestibule C. Mandibular vestibule D. Maxillary labial fremun A A patient has a normal recall exam. Her complaint is she has bleeding when brushing. She doesn't not floss as it is time consuming. She has generalized biofilm/ plaque at the gingival margins with moderate gingivitis. When demonstrating the use of a manual toothbrush for this patient, which technique should the assistant use A. Bass B. Fones C. Stillman D. Charters A
Which radiopaque landmark may be seen on a maxillary anterior radiographic image? A. Nasal septum B. Mental fossa C. Coroniod process D. Internal oblique ridge E. Genial tubercles A A patient is scheduled in the oral surgeon's office for an extraction of teeth 18 and
- He has insulin- dependent diabetes and has taken the required medication and food before arriving for his apt. He appears nervous. Which of the following post- operative conditions is most likely to occur as a result of the patient medical condition? A. Delayed healing B. Onset of headache C. Increased saliva production D. Bodys inability to metabolize prescribed medication D A patient has arrived for treatment of tooth 42. It will require a pre-fabricated post with a composite core buildup. The assistant places the dental dam. Which of the following tooth conditions Is the cause for the patient's treatment? a. Vital b. Non-vital c. Vital and endodontically treated d. Non vital and endodontically treated B
endodontic procedure. To save the tooth, surgery is recommended to which the patient consents. The presence of pus and swelling of the tissue resulting in necrosis indicates which one of the following conditions A. Pupal floor B. Periodontal abscess C. Chronic hyper-glycemia D. Acute peri-radicular abscess D The first patient of the day is extractions and their past medical history states that they had hepatis B. the second patient of the day is an extraction as well and has no medical contraindications. The third patient of the day is a restorative procedure. What disinfection and sterilization procedures should be followed between the first, second and third patients? A. Procedures should be more strictly adhered to between the first patient and the second patient B. Procedures should be delayed until adequate medical history updates are reviewed C.Procedures should be repeated twice D. Procedures carried out between the first and second patient and the third patient should be the same D A dentist refers the patient for treatment that is out of his scope of practice A. Veracity B. Autonomy C. Confidentiality D. Nonmaleficence
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Which one of the following criteria determines wedge selection? A. Size of tooth B. Location of the tooth C. Size of the embrasure space D. Location of the cavity preparation B because 12 is a class V A healthy 47-year-old patient presents to the office for a class V resin restoration on toot 12 and an occlusal resin restoration on tooth 16. After receiving the local anesthetic, he reports feeling dizzy and nauseated. The assistant notices he looks pale and feels clammy. In which one of the following locations should the articulating paper be placed? A. Posterior left B. Posterior right C. Anterior and posterior left D. Anterior and posterior right A Which one of the following techniques would result in a polished look for plaster models? A. Soak in soapy water, dry and wipe with a soft cloth B. Wet then rub with fine sandpaper C. Spray with primer the light cure D. Wipe with a slurry of plaster D
