DENTAL JURISPRUDENCE AND
INFECTION CONTROL FINAL EXAM
2026/2027 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. Which ethical principle refers to the dentist’s duty to ‘do no harm’ and to protect the
patient from injury?
A. Non-maleficence
B. Beneficence
C. Autonomy
D. Justice
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Non-maleficence is the core ethical duty to avoid harming the
patient, ensuring treatment benefits outweigh risks.
2. According to CDC guidelines, how often should biological monitoring (spore testing) of the
sterilizer be performed?
A. At least weekly
,B. After every load
C. Once a month
D. Daily
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The CDC recommends biological monitoring at least weekly to
ensure the sterilization process is effective.
3. Under which type of supervision must a dentist be physically present in the office while a
dental assistant performs a delegated task?
A. Direct Supervision
B. Indirect Supervision
C. General Supervision
D. Personal Supervision
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Direct supervision requires the dentist to be in the facility and
evaluate the procedure after it is completed by the auxiliary.
4. What is the primary purpose of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard?
A. To ensure patient privacy of records
B. To minimize bloodborne pathogen exposure
, C. To regulate the disposal of biohazardous waste
D. To ensure employees are informed about the risks of chemicals in the workplace
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The Hazard Communication Standard, also known as the
‘Employee Right to Know,’ focuses on chemical safety and SDS management.
5. Which category of patient care items must be heat sterilized between uses because they
penetrate soft tissue or bone?
A. Semi-critical items
B. Critical items
C. Non-critical items
D. Environmental surfaces
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Critical items, such as surgical instruments and scalers,
penetrate tissue and carry the highest risk of infection.
6. Which legal term describes a dentist failing to diagnose a condition because they did not
take necessary X-rays?
A. Assault
B. Abandonment
C. Supervised Neglect
INFECTION CONTROL FINAL EXAM
2026/2027 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. Which ethical principle refers to the dentist’s duty to ‘do no harm’ and to protect the
patient from injury?
A. Non-maleficence
B. Beneficence
C. Autonomy
D. Justice
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Non-maleficence is the core ethical duty to avoid harming the
patient, ensuring treatment benefits outweigh risks.
2. According to CDC guidelines, how often should biological monitoring (spore testing) of the
sterilizer be performed?
A. At least weekly
,B. After every load
C. Once a month
D. Daily
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The CDC recommends biological monitoring at least weekly to
ensure the sterilization process is effective.
3. Under which type of supervision must a dentist be physically present in the office while a
dental assistant performs a delegated task?
A. Direct Supervision
B. Indirect Supervision
C. General Supervision
D. Personal Supervision
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Direct supervision requires the dentist to be in the facility and
evaluate the procedure after it is completed by the auxiliary.
4. What is the primary purpose of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard?
A. To ensure patient privacy of records
B. To minimize bloodborne pathogen exposure
, C. To regulate the disposal of biohazardous waste
D. To ensure employees are informed about the risks of chemicals in the workplace
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The Hazard Communication Standard, also known as the
‘Employee Right to Know,’ focuses on chemical safety and SDS management.
5. Which category of patient care items must be heat sterilized between uses because they
penetrate soft tissue or bone?
A. Semi-critical items
B. Critical items
C. Non-critical items
D. Environmental surfaces
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Critical items, such as surgical instruments and scalers,
penetrate tissue and carry the highest risk of infection.
6. Which legal term describes a dentist failing to diagnose a condition because they did not
take necessary X-rays?
A. Assault
B. Abandonment
C. Supervised Neglect
