DAU Questions and Answers 2023

DAU Questions and Answers 2023 Which delivery system is considered to be the most efficient? Mobile cart delivery Four hand dentistry was first taught in dental schools starting in 1960 What cart was "state of the art" when Dr. Hamilton was in school? Alabama cart Benefits of utilizing a DAU include a. Increased efficiency b. Increased production c. Decreased physical and mental stress d. Decreased procedural time e. None of the above F. ALL OF THE ABOVE Which is/are characteristics that are necessary for success in private practice? a. Affable b. Adept c. Available D. ALL OF THE ABOVE DAU responsibilities include of the following EXCEPT Place anesthetic The function of the BullPen Assistant is to a. Clean instruments b. Answer the phone c. Schedule & Collect fees d. Suction E. ALL OF THE ABOVE Which is n ot o ne of the 4 basic principles of task simplification? Substitute What are the preferable classes of motion in dentistry? Class I, II, & III What is/are the benefit(s) of a balanced posture? a. Comfort for the patient and operating team b. Good access to the operating field d. Good visibility E. A,B,&D A balanced posture includes sitting with thighs at a 45 degree angle to the floor. False Which is not a benefit of plastic trays? Vibrant tray colors never fade All rubber instruments should be placed in the autoclave. False Instruments should be placed on the tray in a way that they can be quickly picked up and transferred to the dentist. True What personality type will most dental auxiliary be as described by the SST Personality Index? Amiable Which is a recommended question when giving a phone interview for a potential dental auxiliary hire? Do you smoke? Most dentists are too slow to hire and too quick to fire. False Training manuals are useful in which way? Gives detailed information concerning the requirements and needs of the practice. What are the duties of the patient? To pay, appreciate, and refer new patients In the first 4 minutes, the decor, ambience, and ______ set the tone for the entire dental experience. Receptionist The onsite lab tech can be more expensive than the offsite tech. True The role of the repair technician is: a. To diagnose equipment problems b. To repair equipment c. To install new equipment D. ALL THE ABOVE The price you pay for your dental chair is directly related to how much money you can produce using the chair. False Which kind of delivery system do we have in the Dunn Dental clinic at UT? Overthepatient/transthorax delivery units What are ideal features of dental delivery units? a. Permit efficient use by either right or lefthanded operators b. 1 slow speed handpiece c. 2 air/water (1 each for operator/assistant) d. 2 evacuator connections (1 for high volume, 1 for saliva ejector) E. ALL OF THE ABOVE Class 1 movements involve what type of movement? Fingers What is NOT an ideal feature of the dentist's chair? Ability to remove the back of the chair as needed It is necessary for assistant chairs to have a back rest. False What is the problem with a chair mounted light? The light may move with the patient's movements in the chair. Why is six handed dentistry more productive than four handed? Six handed dentistry decreases procedure time for mixing bonding agents, changing burs, and retrieving instruments outside of the operatory. There is no universal treatment room design that meets the needs of all dentists. Each dentist has their own ideal treatment room design. True Basic task simplification does NOT involve which process? Complicate What is the name of Dr. Hamilton's oldest granddaughter? Aurora What are considerations when designing dental treatment rooms? a. Ample electric outlets for auxiliary equipment b. Plumbing for air and water c. Space for the dental chair d. Storage space for equipment or Xray machine E. ALL OF THE ABOVE When designing a treatment room, why is it important to consider patient access? a. Less time it will take to get the patient in and out. c. Dental auxiliaries will be better able to access the chair for disinfection. E. A AND C When should you call your patients? a. After an injection. b. The night after a procedure. D. A AND B What is NOT a result of incorrect positioning over time? Muscle strength gain Which step is the most important step in any procedure? The step you're doing. What does indirect vision involve? Optimizing use of the mouth mirror. What is the number one dentistry related injury/disease? Musculoskeletal disorders Which is NOT a feature of the dental rubber dam? Hurts the patient Which is the transfer zone for a right handed dentist? 4:00-7:00 Which of the following is NOT a contraindications to supine patient positioning? Person over 65 years old Which of the following are ways to enhance access and visibility? a. Assistant b. Mirror c. Magnification d. Rubber dam E. ALL OF THE ABOVE Which of the following is NOT typically best visualized with indirect vision? Mandibular anterior buccal surfaces Direct vision should NOT be used on a tooth surface where indirect vision could be used. False The mirror can be rotated to help with bur angulation and orientation. True Gripping the end of the mirror handle is important to allow the dental assistant to view the operating field. True It is acceptable to place instruments on the patient's chest temporarily. False Which of the following is a result of incorrect positioning? a. Chronic pain b. Fatigue c. Discomfort d. Increase in errors e. Decreased productivity F. ALL OF THE ABOVE