DHT FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS BANK NEWEST SOLUTION ACTUAL EXAM 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS WITH EXPLANATIONS
CHAPTER 1 - correct answer
Which of the following is secondary prevention? - correct answer The treatment of early
disease
Who is the father of dental hygiene? - correct answer Alfred C. Fones
The dental hygiene process of care features which of the following six components? - correct
answer ADPIED
Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation, Documentation
A) The dental hygiene diagnosis identifies the patient's health behaviors that the dental
hygienist is licensed to treat. B) It provides the basis on which the dental hygiene treatment
plan is designed, implemented, and evaluated. - correct answer Both statements are true.
Which of the following is a form of primary prevention? - correct answer Fluoride to prevent
caries
During the assessment phase of the dental hygiene process of care, the dental hygienist collects
which of the following types of data? - correct answer Both subjective and objective
information
Which of the following best defines prognosis? - correct answer Expected treatment outcome
Which of the following are examples of alternative practice settings? - correct answer Free
clinics, public health clinics, and schools
Which of the following is not a core value in dental hygiene? - correct answer Profitability
In which step in the resolution of an issue or dilemma should the dental hygienist ask, "Does an
outside source need to be consulted? - correct answer Step 3: clarification
The professional dental hygiene practice is responsible for providing only those services
allowed within the scope of practice, which is outlined by the: - correct answer dental hygiene
practice act of each state.
The first licensed dental hygienist was: - correct answer Irene Newman
As of 2014, __________ states allow dental hygienists to provide direct access care in a variety
of community settings. - correct answer 37
Which core value in the professional dental hygiene practice states that people have the right
to full disclosure of all relevant information? - correct answer Individual autonomy and respect
Which of the following is defined as a principle or habit with respect to right or wrong
behavior? - correct answer Moral
,DHT FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS BANK NEWEST SOLUTION ACTUAL EXAM 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
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Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. What is the first component of the dental hygiene process of care to be initiated for
Mr. Scott? - correct answer Assess the patient.
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. Which of the following findings is subjective data? - correct answer The patient has
not been to the dentist in 7 years.
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. Which of the following would be a correct dental hygiene diagnostic statement for
Mr. Scott? - correct answer Recessions on facial surfaces related to incorrect toothbrushing
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. Considering there is overlap of the three types of services provided by the dental
hygienist, which would be the primary type of service for toothbrushing instructions given to
Mr. Scott? - correct answer Educational
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. Minimal interproximal bleeding upon probing could lead to a diagnosis of gingivitis.
What component of the dental hygiene care plan would the introduction of daily flossing be? -
correct answer Implementation
CHAPTER 2*********** - correct answer
Which of the following is true regarding the need for evidence-based practice?
a) The rate of published research increases yearly.
b) Patients are becoming less sophisticated about searching the Internet for health information.
,DHT FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS BANK NEWEST SOLUTION ACTUAL EXAM 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
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c) Clinicians are consistently knowledgeable about new therapies.
d) The gap in knowledge of up-to-date care narrows the longer that clinicians have been out of
school. - correct answer A) The rate of published research increases yearly.
A dental hygienist quickly recognizes that the bleeding from a patient's gums is a symptom of a
lack of regular flossing. This determination is an example of which component of the evidence-
based decision-making process?
a) Scientific evidence
b) Patient preferences or values
c) Clinician's experience and judgment
d) Clinical/patient circumstances - correct answer c) Clinician's experience and judgment
You are interested in researching the effects of pregnancy on dental hygiene. Which
component of a good, researchable question does the issue of pregnancy relate to?
a) Outcome
b) Intervention
c) Comparison
d) Patient problem or population - correct answer d) Patient problem or population
Which of the following is true of search engines?
a) Google searches provide only accurate and unbiased sources.
b) PubMed provides access to scholarly articles in biomedical journals.
c) Government agencies and independent organizations cannot be accessed by online search
engines.
d) Wikipedia is a search engine devoted to a specific professional literature database. - correct
answer b) PubMed provides access to scholarly articles in biomedical journals.
What is the first step in the systematic approach to evidence-based dental hygiene practice?
a) Develop a researchable question.
b) Apply evidence.
c) Determine the clinical issue.
d) Evaluate patient outcomes. - correct answer c) Determine the clinical issue.
, DHT FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS BANK NEWEST SOLUTION ACTUAL EXAM 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
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The "I" in the acronym PICO (which indicates key parts of a researchable question) stands for
which of the following?
a) Intervention
b) Internet
c) Institution
d) Instinct - correct answer a) Intervention
In which step in the systematic approach to evidence-based dental hygiene practice would you
evaluate the validity of a study?
a) Evaluate patient outcomes.
b) Apply evidence.
c) Develop a researchable question.
d) Analyze evidence. - correct answer d) Analyze evidence.
In which step in the systematic approach to evidence-based dental hygiene practice would you
decide whether additional research strategies and information are needed?
a) Evaluate outcomes.
b) Apply evidence.
c) Determine the clinical issue.
d) Conduct a search for evidence. - correct answer a) Evaluate outcomes.
Which type of publication is good as a background resource but becomes outdated quickly?
a) Professional journal
b) Textbook
c) Magazine
d) Peer-reviewed publication - correct answer b) Textbook
Which of the following describes the quantitative research approach?
a) The results are reported using a narrative.
b) It is subjective.
c) It uses numbers only to report demographic information.
DETAILED ANSWERS WITH EXPLANATIONS
CHAPTER 1 - correct answer
Which of the following is secondary prevention? - correct answer The treatment of early
disease
Who is the father of dental hygiene? - correct answer Alfred C. Fones
The dental hygiene process of care features which of the following six components? - correct
answer ADPIED
Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation, Documentation
A) The dental hygiene diagnosis identifies the patient's health behaviors that the dental
hygienist is licensed to treat. B) It provides the basis on which the dental hygiene treatment
plan is designed, implemented, and evaluated. - correct answer Both statements are true.
Which of the following is a form of primary prevention? - correct answer Fluoride to prevent
caries
During the assessment phase of the dental hygiene process of care, the dental hygienist collects
which of the following types of data? - correct answer Both subjective and objective
information
Which of the following best defines prognosis? - correct answer Expected treatment outcome
Which of the following are examples of alternative practice settings? - correct answer Free
clinics, public health clinics, and schools
Which of the following is not a core value in dental hygiene? - correct answer Profitability
In which step in the resolution of an issue or dilemma should the dental hygienist ask, "Does an
outside source need to be consulted? - correct answer Step 3: clarification
The professional dental hygiene practice is responsible for providing only those services
allowed within the scope of practice, which is outlined by the: - correct answer dental hygiene
practice act of each state.
The first licensed dental hygienist was: - correct answer Irene Newman
As of 2014, __________ states allow dental hygienists to provide direct access care in a variety
of community settings. - correct answer 37
Which core value in the professional dental hygiene practice states that people have the right
to full disclosure of all relevant information? - correct answer Individual autonomy and respect
Which of the following is defined as a principle or habit with respect to right or wrong
behavior? - correct answer Moral
,DHT FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS BANK NEWEST SOLUTION ACTUAL EXAM 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS WITH EXPLANATIONS
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. What is the first component of the dental hygiene process of care to be initiated for
Mr. Scott? - correct answer Assess the patient.
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. Which of the following findings is subjective data? - correct answer The patient has
not been to the dentist in 7 years.
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. Which of the following would be a correct dental hygiene diagnostic statement for
Mr. Scott? - correct answer Recessions on facial surfaces related to incorrect toothbrushing
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. Considering there is overlap of the three types of services provided by the dental
hygienist, which would be the primary type of service for toothbrushing instructions given to
Mr. Scott? - correct answer Educational
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no contraindications
for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial surfaces of all premolar and canine
teeth and amalgam restorations in molars with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively
healthy; there is minimal bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1
to 3 mm. Minimal interproximal bleeding upon probing could lead to a diagnosis of gingivitis.
What component of the dental hygiene care plan would the introduction of daily flossing be? -
correct answer Implementation
CHAPTER 2*********** - correct answer
Which of the following is true regarding the need for evidence-based practice?
a) The rate of published research increases yearly.
b) Patients are becoming less sophisticated about searching the Internet for health information.
,DHT FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS BANK NEWEST SOLUTION ACTUAL EXAM 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS WITH EXPLANATIONS
c) Clinicians are consistently knowledgeable about new therapies.
d) The gap in knowledge of up-to-date care narrows the longer that clinicians have been out of
school. - correct answer A) The rate of published research increases yearly.
A dental hygienist quickly recognizes that the bleeding from a patient's gums is a symptom of a
lack of regular flossing. This determination is an example of which component of the evidence-
based decision-making process?
a) Scientific evidence
b) Patient preferences or values
c) Clinician's experience and judgment
d) Clinical/patient circumstances - correct answer c) Clinician's experience and judgment
You are interested in researching the effects of pregnancy on dental hygiene. Which
component of a good, researchable question does the issue of pregnancy relate to?
a) Outcome
b) Intervention
c) Comparison
d) Patient problem or population - correct answer d) Patient problem or population
Which of the following is true of search engines?
a) Google searches provide only accurate and unbiased sources.
b) PubMed provides access to scholarly articles in biomedical journals.
c) Government agencies and independent organizations cannot be accessed by online search
engines.
d) Wikipedia is a search engine devoted to a specific professional literature database. - correct
answer b) PubMed provides access to scholarly articles in biomedical journals.
What is the first step in the systematic approach to evidence-based dental hygiene practice?
a) Develop a researchable question.
b) Apply evidence.
c) Determine the clinical issue.
d) Evaluate patient outcomes. - correct answer c) Determine the clinical issue.
, DHT FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS BANK NEWEST SOLUTION ACTUAL EXAM 300 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS WITH EXPLANATIONS
The "I" in the acronym PICO (which indicates key parts of a researchable question) stands for
which of the following?
a) Intervention
b) Internet
c) Institution
d) Instinct - correct answer a) Intervention
In which step in the systematic approach to evidence-based dental hygiene practice would you
evaluate the validity of a study?
a) Evaluate patient outcomes.
b) Apply evidence.
c) Develop a researchable question.
d) Analyze evidence. - correct answer d) Analyze evidence.
In which step in the systematic approach to evidence-based dental hygiene practice would you
decide whether additional research strategies and information are needed?
a) Evaluate outcomes.
b) Apply evidence.
c) Determine the clinical issue.
d) Conduct a search for evidence. - correct answer a) Evaluate outcomes.
Which type of publication is good as a background resource but becomes outdated quickly?
a) Professional journal
b) Textbook
c) Magazine
d) Peer-reviewed publication - correct answer b) Textbook
Which of the following describes the quantitative research approach?
a) The results are reported using a narrative.
b) It is subjective.
c) It uses numbers only to report demographic information.
