RDA Exam Prep Verified Study
Questions And Answers
What is Jurisprudence? CORRECT ANSWERS the laws and interpretation of those
laws that apply to and affect and protect the dental profession
What are names for the Texas State Board? CORRECT ANSWERS TSBDE
SBDE
State Board
The Board
What does the Texas State Board grant the dental assistant and what does it enforce?
CORRECT ANSWERS Grants: the certificate of registration
Enforces: The Dental Practice Act
What is TSBDE's mission? CORRECT ANSWERS Protect the public
Who are the TSBDE members and how many? CORRECT ANSWERS 15 members -
serve for six years
8 Dentists
2 Hygienists
5 Members of Public
What does the New Legislation affecting the dental assistant do? CORRECT
ANSWERS It authorizes newly-hired dental assistants to take x-rays for up to 12
months after the date hired, to study for and take the new 8 hour course and exam
When do you need to do your registration renewal? CORRECT ANSWERS Every 12
months
An RDA must... (three things) CORRECT ANSWERS 1. display the certificate of
registration in the dental office where employed
2. If work in more than one location will need to request additional copies from TSBDE
3. Photocopy of registration is NOT permitted
Who practices dentistry? CORRECT ANSWERS the dentist
What does the person who practices dentistry do? CORRECT ANSWERS diagnose
and remove stains from teeth, provides surgical treatment for pain and injury, performs
cleaning and stain removal from teeth, make impressions of teeth or mouth, fits or
, repairs dental appliance, make a full or partial denture without a prescription, give
anesthesia or anesthesia drug
What do the people NOT practicing dentistry do? CORRECT ANSWERS an employee
who makes dental x-rays under the supervision of the dentist, and a dental assistant
who performs duties within the limits of the Dental Practice Act
Who can legally adjust dental appliances? CORRECT ANSWERS Only a LICENSED
DENTIST can make FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
Not final adjustments can be done by dental assistant delegated from dentist
What is something that can be delegated to the DA under the dentist's direct
supervision? CORRECT ANSWERS Generally, and procedure that is REVERSIBLE
Who is the holder of privilege? CORRECT ANSWERS the patient
What are the 3 Nitrous rules in the packet? CORRECT ANSWERS 1. The dentist must
have a permit and must INDUCE and MAINTAIN the N2O.
2. Dentist must maintain direct supervision over personnel who are monitoring the
procedure
3. Assistant can REDUCE THE LEVELS of Nitrous Oxide or TURN IT OFF
What dental records does the dentist have to have? (nine things) CORRECT
ANSWERS 1. Radiographs
2. Medical and dental history
3. Periodontal charting
4. Diagnosis made
5. Treatment Plans
6. Informed consent statements
7. Study models, casts, and impressions
8. Billing and payment records
9. Appointment records
How long does the dentist have to keep the patient records? CORRECT ANSWERS 5
years
Dental Records are the ________ __________ of the dentist CORRECT ANSWERS
sole property
Who does the PPE protect? CORRECT ANSWERS Dentist, RDA, Hygienist, etc.
(Everyone)
Who should wear PPE? CORRECT ANSWERS Everyone (who is performing treatment)
Questions And Answers
What is Jurisprudence? CORRECT ANSWERS the laws and interpretation of those
laws that apply to and affect and protect the dental profession
What are names for the Texas State Board? CORRECT ANSWERS TSBDE
SBDE
State Board
The Board
What does the Texas State Board grant the dental assistant and what does it enforce?
CORRECT ANSWERS Grants: the certificate of registration
Enforces: The Dental Practice Act
What is TSBDE's mission? CORRECT ANSWERS Protect the public
Who are the TSBDE members and how many? CORRECT ANSWERS 15 members -
serve for six years
8 Dentists
2 Hygienists
5 Members of Public
What does the New Legislation affecting the dental assistant do? CORRECT
ANSWERS It authorizes newly-hired dental assistants to take x-rays for up to 12
months after the date hired, to study for and take the new 8 hour course and exam
When do you need to do your registration renewal? CORRECT ANSWERS Every 12
months
An RDA must... (three things) CORRECT ANSWERS 1. display the certificate of
registration in the dental office where employed
2. If work in more than one location will need to request additional copies from TSBDE
3. Photocopy of registration is NOT permitted
Who practices dentistry? CORRECT ANSWERS the dentist
What does the person who practices dentistry do? CORRECT ANSWERS diagnose
and remove stains from teeth, provides surgical treatment for pain and injury, performs
cleaning and stain removal from teeth, make impressions of teeth or mouth, fits or
, repairs dental appliance, make a full or partial denture without a prescription, give
anesthesia or anesthesia drug
What do the people NOT practicing dentistry do? CORRECT ANSWERS an employee
who makes dental x-rays under the supervision of the dentist, and a dental assistant
who performs duties within the limits of the Dental Practice Act
Who can legally adjust dental appliances? CORRECT ANSWERS Only a LICENSED
DENTIST can make FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
Not final adjustments can be done by dental assistant delegated from dentist
What is something that can be delegated to the DA under the dentist's direct
supervision? CORRECT ANSWERS Generally, and procedure that is REVERSIBLE
Who is the holder of privilege? CORRECT ANSWERS the patient
What are the 3 Nitrous rules in the packet? CORRECT ANSWERS 1. The dentist must
have a permit and must INDUCE and MAINTAIN the N2O.
2. Dentist must maintain direct supervision over personnel who are monitoring the
procedure
3. Assistant can REDUCE THE LEVELS of Nitrous Oxide or TURN IT OFF
What dental records does the dentist have to have? (nine things) CORRECT
ANSWERS 1. Radiographs
2. Medical and dental history
3. Periodontal charting
4. Diagnosis made
5. Treatment Plans
6. Informed consent statements
7. Study models, casts, and impressions
8. Billing and payment records
9. Appointment records
How long does the dentist have to keep the patient records? CORRECT ANSWERS 5
years
Dental Records are the ________ __________ of the dentist CORRECT ANSWERS
sole property
Who does the PPE protect? CORRECT ANSWERS Dentist, RDA, Hygienist, etc.
(Everyone)
Who should wear PPE? CORRECT ANSWERS Everyone (who is performing treatment)
