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Chapter 57 Pediatric Dentistry Quiz

For which set of patients does a pediatric dentist focus on providing oral healthcare? - Infants, children, and adolescents How is mental age determined? - The child's level of intellectual capacity and development What are the guidelines for establishing trust between the child and dentist? - Tell, show, do. Which of the following is not an example of a physical restraint? - Nitrous oxide/oxygen Which level of intellectual disability describes individuals with IQs ranging from 20 to 40? - Severe Pediatric dentists recommend the first appointment for a child should take place by _____ year(s) of age. - 1 How often does the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommend that radiographic imaging be performed for children at high risk for tooth decay? - 6 months The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a dental checkup at least _____ for most children. - twice a year

How will a dentist restore a severely decayed and endodontically treated primary tooth? - Stainless steel crowns The success rate for replantation of permanent teeth is highest when the tooth is replanted within _____ of the avulsion. - 30 minutes Which government agencies should be contacted in cases of suspected child abuse? - Child protective services agency Which services would not be routinely provided in a pediatric dental office? - Third molar extractions Which of the following is incorrect regarding the design of most pediatric offices? - Children are separated in individual treatment rooms. Until what age is it easier to have the parent be with the child for the dental examination? - 2 years Which guideline should not be used routinely when treating children? - Tell the child that it will not hurt. Which type of restraint should be avoided for children with behavior problems? - Having the parent physically hold them Which statement is incorrect regarding stainless steel crowns? - They have cervical margins that can be made to be equivalent in quality to a cast crown.

If the pulp of a newly erupted permanent tooth has been exposed, which procedure is indicated to promote healing of the pulp? - Direct pulp cap with calcium hydroxide What is the term for a tooth that has been completely knocked out of the mouth? - Avulsed Traumatic _____ occurs when the injured tooth has been forced inward. - intrusion What is the primary purpose of pit and fissure sealants? - To prevent decay on recently erupted teeth Which type of matrix is used to restore primary teeth where a proximal surface is missing? - T-band What appliances are recommended for participants in contact sports? - Mouth guards Which of the following are designed to hold open space when a primary tooth has been lost prematurely? - Space maintainers Space maintainers - Stainless steel crown Which information for diagnosis and treatment planning for a pediatric patient would not be necessary?

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What parameters must be met when sizing a stainless steel crown? - Both B and C Where is a stainless steel crown contoured? - Cervical margin Which of the following indicators is not a reason to suspect child abuse? - Devital anterior tooth If a child is 10 years old and acts like an 8-year-old, you are describing his or her _____ age. - emotional Which teeth are injured most frequently in a child's mouth? - Maxillary anterior Which of the techniques listed should not be used to alleviate a child's fear of dental treatment? - Threatening the child Parents should not be encouraged to put their children to bed with a bottle of milk, formula, or juice. If a bottle is required at bedtime, it should be filled with water. - Both statements are correct. When performing a pulpotomy of a primary tooth, what instrument will the dentist use to remove pulp tissue? - Spoon excavator Which item is not used in the pulpotomy procedure? - High-speed handpiece