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"Why are pit and fissures susceptible to caries?
A. saliva pools in these areas
B. fluoride is less effective in these areas
C. these areas are hard to evaluate on a radiograph
D. These areas are difficult to clean
E. both B and D are correct - CORRECT ANSWER=> E."
"Clinical considerations for patients with bronchial asthma should include?
A. paying attention to vinyl use
B. shorter appointments to reduce stress
C. having ammonia inhalant available
D. avoiding the use of sedatives - CORRECT ANSWER=> B."
"Speaders and pluggers are used in the ?
A. placements of a gold foil
B. obturation of a root canal
C. seating a Maryland bridge
D. placement of an amalgam restoration - CORRECT ANSWER=> B."
"Which instrument is ideal for carving an occlusal amalgam?
A. burnisher
B. half-hollenback carver
C. discoid-cleoid carver
D. beavertail burnisher - CORRECT ANSWER=> C."
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,"According to State law, who is legally allowed to place a base during a restorative procedure?
A. Dentist
B. RDA
C. DA
D. Both A and B are correct - CORRECT ANSWER=> D."
"According to the Dental Board regulations, what is the proper method for decontaminating
impressions before sending them to the laboratory?
A. Clean and disinfect using an intermediate level disinfectant
B. Clean with soap and water
C. Spray with mouth wash
D. Disinfect, package and sterlize - CORRECT ANSWER=> A."
"A single-use item reduces the risk of disease transmission because it is ?
A. Cleaned and not reused
B. Sterilized and reused
C. Disinfected and reused
D. Discarded and not reused - CORRECT ANSWER=> D."
"Are dental sealants the only preventive measure used in dentistry?
A. Yes
B. No - CORRECT ANSWER=> B."
"During the sealant procedure, the process of polymerization occurs using which of the
following methods ?
A. Using a damp cotton pellet over the placed material
B. Using a curing light of sufficient strength to penetrate the sealant material
C. Using a self-cure material which does not require the use of a curing light
D. Both B and C are correct - CORRECT ANSWER=> D."
"A patient with which of the following medical conditions may benefit from prophylactic
sublingual nitroglycerin?
A. Neuromuscular disorders
B. Endocrine disorders
C. Cardiovascular disorders
D. Pulmonary disorders - CORRECT ANSWER=> C."
"Which of the following is a sign of anaphylactic shock ?
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,A. Erythema
B. Respiratory distress
C. Itching
D. Rise in blood pressure - CORRECT ANSWER=> B."
"To prevent alveolitis after a tooth extraction , the patient should be instructed to?
A. Rinse vigorously the first 24 hours
B. Take aspirin for the first 24 hours
C. Place ice packs on the face
D. Avoid drinking through a straw - CORRECT ANSWER=> D."
"The dental specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the supporting
fissures is ?
A. Endodontics
B. Pediatrics
C. Orthodontics
D. Periodontics - CORRECT ANSWER=> D."
"The dental unit provides necessary electricity and hoses with air and water to the patient chair
and ______________ delivery system is positioned behind the the patient's head
A. Front
B. Rear
C. Side
D. Top - CORRECT ANSWER=> B."
"Which instrument is used to place and remove elastic ties and remove orthodontic
separators ?
A. Elastic separating pliers
B. Was spatula
C. Scalpel
D. Orthodontic scaler - CORRECT ANSWER=> D."
"What is a temporary sedative dressing or a direct provisional restoration?
A. A temporary crown
B. A permanent restoration
C. A temporary filling
D. None of the above - CORRECT ANSWER=> C."
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, "According to State law, who is legally allowed to place a liner during a restorative procedure?
A. Dentist
B. RDA
C. DA
D. Both A and B are correct - CORRECT ANSWER=> D."
"Which set of precautions is intended to prevent exposure to all body fluids?
A. Generic
B. Universal
C. Standard
D. Direct - CORRECT ANSWER=> C."
"______________ is defined as being primarily large-particles of water, saliva, blood,
microorganisms, and other debris found in the spray from dental hand pieces?
A. Blood
B. OPIM
C. Spatter
D. Bioburden - CORRECT ANSWER=> C."
"According to OSHA, which infection control measure is considered the most critical for
reducing the transmission of microbes in the healthcare setting ?
A. Immunization
B. Disinfection
C. Hand washing
D. Sterilization - CORRECT ANSWER=> C."
"A used dental anesthetic needle is an example of?
A. Non-disposable waste
B. Household waste
C. General waste
D. Regulated waste - CORRECT ANSWER=> D."
"Why is clear sealant material less desirable?
A. It is less attractive
B. It is more difficult to evaluate
C. It does not match tooth color
D. It is contraindicated with dental restorations - CORRECT ANSWER=> B."
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