CALIFORNIA LAW AND ETHICS EXAM
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direct supervision (examples) - ANSWER Supervision of dental procedures based on
instructions given by licensed dentist who is required to be physically present in the
treatment facility during the performance of those procedures
Local anesthesia
nitrous oxide
STC
general Supervision (examples) - ANSWER Supervision of dental procedures based on
instructions given by a licensed dentist who is not required to be physically present in
the treatment facility during the performance of those procedures
prophy, s&RP.
application of topical therapeautic and subgingical agents used for the control of caries
and perio
taking impressions
oral prophylaxis - ANSWER preventative and therapeutic dental procedure that includes
bacterial debridements with complete removal, supra and subgingivally, of calculus, soft
deposits, plaque and stain and the smoothing of tooth surfaces. Objective of this
treatment is to create an environment in which the patient can maintain healthy hard
and soft tissue
what shall the licensee report based on employment status (7) - ANSWER 1- full-time
practice for appointment and a dental or dental hygiene practice for 32 hours per week
or more in California
2- full-time practice for appointment and a dental or dental hygiene purpose of 32 hours
or more outside of California
3- part time practice or appointment and they dental or dental hygiene practice for less
than 32 hours per week in California
4- part time practice or appointment and a dental or dental hygiene practice for less
than 32 hours per week outside of California
5- dental hygiene administrative employment that does not include direct patient care as
may be further defined by the committee
6- retired
7- other practice or employment status as may be further defined by the committee
What are the committees functions? - ANSWER Verify licensing education discipline
diversions and make laws
, t or f: All functions that may be performed by a RDA are able to be performed by a RDH
- ANSWER f: all RDH registered prior to dec. 31, 2005 can perform all RDA functions
all RDH registered on or after jan. 1, 2006 must qualify and receive RDA license to fulfill
duties
What Is the scope of authority for a registered dental hygienist in alternative practice -
ANSWER Everything a regular registered dental hygienist can perform but can be
outside of the clinical setting to those in:
residence of the homebound,
schools,
residential facilities and other institutions
and dental health professional shortage areas as certified by the office of state wide
health planning and development
How long do you have to notify the committee of a change of name or address -
ANSWER Change of address must be notified within 30 days of change
Change of legal name must be documented within 10 days
When does your license expire - ANSWER 12 o'clock midnight on the last day of the
month of the legal birthdate of the licensee during the second year of a two year term
The fee for renewal of license shall not exceed how much money - ANSWER Shall not
exceed the original license fee of $250
What is the renewal fee today - ANSWER $160 every two years
How much is the fee for a duplicate license to replace one that is lost or damaged or in
the event of a name change - ANSWER Shall not exceed $25 or one half of the renewal
fee which ever is greater
t or f: Committee can require you to obtain additional training or pass and examination
upon completion of training or both examination may be written or oral or both if put on
probation - ANSWER t
The committee can _____ or ______ extent, scope, or type of practice of the licensee if
on probation - ANSWER restrict or limit
How must one sign clinical notes - ANSWER Signature of full name first and last or
initials and license number
Can you be fined or placed in jail for using titles that are not appropriate under your
licensure - ANSWER Yes, only use titles you have received
What functions can a RDH practice - ANSWER ADPIE: Assessment development
planning implementation education
100% ACCURATE
direct supervision (examples) - ANSWER Supervision of dental procedures based on
instructions given by licensed dentist who is required to be physically present in the
treatment facility during the performance of those procedures
Local anesthesia
nitrous oxide
STC
general Supervision (examples) - ANSWER Supervision of dental procedures based on
instructions given by a licensed dentist who is not required to be physically present in
the treatment facility during the performance of those procedures
prophy, s&RP.
application of topical therapeautic and subgingical agents used for the control of caries
and perio
taking impressions
oral prophylaxis - ANSWER preventative and therapeutic dental procedure that includes
bacterial debridements with complete removal, supra and subgingivally, of calculus, soft
deposits, plaque and stain and the smoothing of tooth surfaces. Objective of this
treatment is to create an environment in which the patient can maintain healthy hard
and soft tissue
what shall the licensee report based on employment status (7) - ANSWER 1- full-time
practice for appointment and a dental or dental hygiene practice for 32 hours per week
or more in California
2- full-time practice for appointment and a dental or dental hygiene purpose of 32 hours
or more outside of California
3- part time practice or appointment and they dental or dental hygiene practice for less
than 32 hours per week in California
4- part time practice or appointment and a dental or dental hygiene practice for less
than 32 hours per week outside of California
5- dental hygiene administrative employment that does not include direct patient care as
may be further defined by the committee
6- retired
7- other practice or employment status as may be further defined by the committee
What are the committees functions? - ANSWER Verify licensing education discipline
diversions and make laws
, t or f: All functions that may be performed by a RDA are able to be performed by a RDH
- ANSWER f: all RDH registered prior to dec. 31, 2005 can perform all RDA functions
all RDH registered on or after jan. 1, 2006 must qualify and receive RDA license to fulfill
duties
What Is the scope of authority for a registered dental hygienist in alternative practice -
ANSWER Everything a regular registered dental hygienist can perform but can be
outside of the clinical setting to those in:
residence of the homebound,
schools,
residential facilities and other institutions
and dental health professional shortage areas as certified by the office of state wide
health planning and development
How long do you have to notify the committee of a change of name or address -
ANSWER Change of address must be notified within 30 days of change
Change of legal name must be documented within 10 days
When does your license expire - ANSWER 12 o'clock midnight on the last day of the
month of the legal birthdate of the licensee during the second year of a two year term
The fee for renewal of license shall not exceed how much money - ANSWER Shall not
exceed the original license fee of $250
What is the renewal fee today - ANSWER $160 every two years
How much is the fee for a duplicate license to replace one that is lost or damaged or in
the event of a name change - ANSWER Shall not exceed $25 or one half of the renewal
fee which ever is greater
t or f: Committee can require you to obtain additional training or pass and examination
upon completion of training or both examination may be written or oral or both if put on
probation - ANSWER t
The committee can _____ or ______ extent, scope, or type of practice of the licensee if
on probation - ANSWER restrict or limit
How must one sign clinical notes - ANSWER Signature of full name first and last or
initials and license number
Can you be fined or placed in jail for using titles that are not appropriate under your
licensure - ANSWER Yes, only use titles you have received
What functions can a RDH practice - ANSWER ADPIE: Assessment development
planning implementation education
