DENTAL HYGIENE EXAM 1 REVIEW
Which conceptual model is defined as: dentists and dental hygienists work together as colleagues, each
offering professional expertise for the goal of providing optimum oral healthcare to the public - Answer-
Collaborative Practice Model
The dental hygienist is a licensed preventive oral health professionals who have graduated from
accredited dental hygiene programs. The American Dental Association defines the professional roles of
the dental hygienist. - Answer-The first statement is true. The second statement is false.
What is dental hygiene? - Answer-Dental hygiene is the science and application of preventive oral health
care. Which includes things such as ways to prevent oral disease and encourage oral health.
Direct access allows dental hygienists to provide care without authorization of a dentist according to
protocols established by state laws and regulations. - Answer-True
Identify each key behavior involved in the dental hygiene process of care. - Answer-Assessment
Diagnosis
Documentation
Implementation
What is the main risk factor for thoracic outlet compression (TOC)? - Answer-poor posture
What is the foremost risk factor for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)? - Answer-Repitition
Which conceptual model is defined as: dentists and dental hygienists work together as colleagues, each
offering professional expertise for the goal of providing optimum oral healthcare to the public - Answer-
Collaborative Practice Model
The dental hygienist is a licensed preventive oral health professionals who have graduated from
accredited dental hygiene programs. The American Dental Association defines the professional roles of
the dental hygienist. - Answer-The first statement is true. The second statement is false.
What is dental hygiene? - Answer-Dental hygiene is the science and application of preventive oral health
care. Which includes things such as ways to prevent oral disease and encourage oral health.
Direct access allows dental hygienists to provide care without authorization of a dentist according to
protocols established by state laws and regulations. - Answer-True
Identify each key behavior involved in the dental hygiene process of care. - Answer-Assessment
Diagnosis
Documentation
Implementation
What is the main risk factor for thoracic outlet compression (TOC)? - Answer-poor posture
What is the foremost risk factor for carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)? - Answer-Repitition
