ARIZONA BOARD
Dental Jurisprudence
Final Assessment (Qns & Ans)
2025
General Instructions
1. Read All Questions Carefully: Make sure you understand each question before
ANSing.
2. Time Management: You have a specific amount of time to complete the exam.
Keep an eye on the clock and pace yourself.
3. Allowed Materials: Only use materials that are explicitly allowed. Unauthorized
materials can lead to disqualification.
4. ANS Format: Follow the required format for your ANSs. For example, multiple-
choice questions might need you to select the best ANS, while essay questions
require detailed responses.
5. Academic Integrity: Adhere to the university's honor code. Any form of cheating or
plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
6. Technical Requirements: Ensure your computer and internet connection are
stable. For online exams, you might need a webcam and microphone for proctoring
purposes.
7. Submission: Submit your ANSs before the time expires. Late submissions might
not be accepted.
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,1. Which of the following laws primarily governs the practice of
dentistry in Arizona?
A) Federal Dentists Act
B) Arizona Dental Practice Act
C) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Regulations
D) Americans with Disabilities Act
Correct ANS: B
Rationale: The Arizona Dental Practice Act establishes the
legal framework for dental practice in Arizona, including
licensure and regulatory requirements.
2. Under Arizona law, which of the following is not considered a
dental hygienist's scope of practice?
A) Administering local anesthesia
B) Performing non-surgical periodontal therapy
C) Replacing a missing tooth with a bridge
D) Taking radiographs
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, Correct ANS: C
Rationale: Only licensed dentists can perform restorative
procedures like replacing teeth; dental hygienists have limited
scope regarding direct patient procedures.
### Professional Ethics
3. Which ethical principle pertains to dentists’ obligations to
provide treatment based on what is in the best interest of the
patient?
A) Autonomy
B) Beneficence
C) Nonmaleficence
D) Justice
Correct ANS: B
Rationale: Beneficence refers to the ethical obligation to act
for the benefit of the patient.
4. A dentist becomes aware that a colleague is using substandard
materials that could harm patients. What is the dentist's ethical
obligation?
A) Ignore the situation
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, B) Confront the colleague directly
C) Report the colleague to the appropriate authorities
D) Discuss the issue with patients
Correct ANS: C
Rationale: Dentists have a duty to report unethical practices
that may endanger patient safety.
### Licensure and Credentialing
5. What is the minimum age requirement for obtaining a dental
license in Arizona?
A) 18
B) 21
C) 25
D) 30
Correct ANS: A
Rationale: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age for
licensure under Arizona law.
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Dental Jurisprudence
Final Assessment (Qns & Ans)
2025
General Instructions
1. Read All Questions Carefully: Make sure you understand each question before
ANSing.
2. Time Management: You have a specific amount of time to complete the exam.
Keep an eye on the clock and pace yourself.
3. Allowed Materials: Only use materials that are explicitly allowed. Unauthorized
materials can lead to disqualification.
4. ANS Format: Follow the required format for your ANSs. For example, multiple-
choice questions might need you to select the best ANS, while essay questions
require detailed responses.
5. Academic Integrity: Adhere to the university's honor code. Any form of cheating or
plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
6. Technical Requirements: Ensure your computer and internet connection are
stable. For online exams, you might need a webcam and microphone for proctoring
purposes.
7. Submission: Submit your ANSs before the time expires. Late submissions might
not be accepted.
©2024/2025
,1. Which of the following laws primarily governs the practice of
dentistry in Arizona?
A) Federal Dentists Act
B) Arizona Dental Practice Act
C) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Regulations
D) Americans with Disabilities Act
Correct ANS: B
Rationale: The Arizona Dental Practice Act establishes the
legal framework for dental practice in Arizona, including
licensure and regulatory requirements.
2. Under Arizona law, which of the following is not considered a
dental hygienist's scope of practice?
A) Administering local anesthesia
B) Performing non-surgical periodontal therapy
C) Replacing a missing tooth with a bridge
D) Taking radiographs
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, Correct ANS: C
Rationale: Only licensed dentists can perform restorative
procedures like replacing teeth; dental hygienists have limited
scope regarding direct patient procedures.
### Professional Ethics
3. Which ethical principle pertains to dentists’ obligations to
provide treatment based on what is in the best interest of the
patient?
A) Autonomy
B) Beneficence
C) Nonmaleficence
D) Justice
Correct ANS: B
Rationale: Beneficence refers to the ethical obligation to act
for the benefit of the patient.
4. A dentist becomes aware that a colleague is using substandard
materials that could harm patients. What is the dentist's ethical
obligation?
A) Ignore the situation
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, B) Confront the colleague directly
C) Report the colleague to the appropriate authorities
D) Discuss the issue with patients
Correct ANS: C
Rationale: Dentists have a duty to report unethical practices
that may endanger patient safety.
### Licensure and Credentialing
5. What is the minimum age requirement for obtaining a dental
license in Arizona?
A) 18
B) 21
C) 25
D) 30
Correct ANS: A
Rationale: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age for
licensure under Arizona law.
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