MN Jurisprudence Exam
**Can an LDA or DH place a cavity liner? - ANSNO, only DDS can place a cavity liner
ANS-AED are the five components of CPR training. -Barrier mask or bag for ventilation
-Obstruction of the external body's airways - A pair of rescuers -CPR for adults, children,
and infants Eight parts of a dental record - ANS-Personal information -Pt's reason for the
visit
-Dental and Med hx
-Clinical exam
-Diagnosis
-Tx plan
-Consent that is informed -Progress notes
A dental tech and DDS may practice in the same facility but may each have their own
practice. - ANSTrue;
* the DDS is not responsible for the dental tech unless the tech is EMPLOYED by the DDS
A minor (child) pt's record must be kept ____ yrs beyond the age of 18 - ANS7
A surgical mask that covers both the nose and mouth and protective eye wear w/ solid side
shields (or a face shield) should be worn by DHCP
T/F - ANSTrue
Acceptable documentation for continuing education or professional development credits? -
The ANSForm should include: -Name and contact info of organization/sponsor
- Presenters name and credentials/training that qualifies presenter to teach courrse
-Course title
Date, hours, and the topic "Our practice specialized in cosmetic dentistry, promising
superior results in the pursuit of your perfect smile," reads the advertisement. What is wrong
w/ the above ad? - ANSDDS cannot say they are SUPERIOR and cannot PROMISE the
results of a tx.
They are creating a false/unjustified expectation.
Also, cosmetic dentistry is not recognized as a 'specialty' by the ADA
Administer LA - ANSDH- General
Administer N2O2 - ANSDH- general
LDA- Direct
Administering any meds or agents - ANSPersonal supervision
(this one is weird)
Adult pt's record must be kept _______ years beyond last time they were seen - ANS7
All DHCP are required to display their license renewal certificate in plain sight for patients to
see. If one is employed at multiple practices, copies may be requested when renewing a
license. One must carry a wallet copy if they float to variety of practices
T/F - ANSTrue
All DHCP must notify the BOD w/in ____ of a name or address change - ANS30 days
All DHCP must renew their license every _____ on the date when they originally got their
license - ANS2 years (biennially)
, T/F - ANSTrue, LDA would be in violation of the Dental Practice Act; both DDS and LDA
would be held accountable. An LDA cannot scale the MND ant of a pediatric patient. Pit and
fissure sealant application - ANSDH - General LDA- Indirect
Apply topical Fluoride, bleaching agents, and cavity varnishes as prescribed by DDS -
ANSDH-general
LDA- Indirect
Even if the patient has not paid their bill, records must be transferred upon their request. T/F
- ANSTrue
Attach prefit and preadjusted ortho appliances - ANSDH, LDA- direct
Autoclaving instruments are considered __________ them - ANSSterilizing
*sterilizing means using a physical or chemical method to eradicate all microorganisms.
Before performing a list of procedures, a DH or LDA must have training in a school
accredited by ____ or a BOD approved course - ANSCODA
Biological Indicators: - ANSspore testing; assess by killing highly resistant microbes. spore
tests must be performed WEEKLY.
BOD will randomly select individuals for an audit; you will be notified by letter and have
____ days to submit COPIES of your CE record - ANS60 days
* Never submit original copies
Is it possible for a dentist to charge money for a referral to another dentist? Can all of your
credits be earned in the fundamental category? - ANSYES, but they cannot all be in the
elective category
Change protective clothing when it becomes visibly soiled as soon as feasible if penetrated
by blood or OPIM - ANSTrue
* Protective gear should be taken off before leaving the workplace. Chemical indicators: -
ANSindicator tape; does NOT prove sterile
Civil Law - ANSdeal w/ disputes b/w individuals, organizations, or b/w the two, in which
compensation is awarded to the victim
Complete preliminary charting of oral cavity and surrounding structures w/ exception of
perio probing and assessment of the perio structure - ANSLDA- general
(With probing, of course, DH can also accomplish this) Complete prophy w/ scaling, root
planing, and polishing of restorations - ANSDH-general
Core Subjects (fundamental credits) - ANSareas of knowledge pertaining to professionalism
and public safety *minimum of 2 different core subjects needed in 2 yrs
CPR is a ________ credit - ANSFundamental; must be updated every 2 yrs
Criminal law - ANSlaw that deals with crime and the legal punishment of criminal offenses
(crime against society)
Critical items - ANSpenetrate soft tissue or bone; greatest risk of transmitting infection and
should be sterilized by HEAT
Cut arch wires, remove loose bands or brackets - ANSDH, LDA- general
ANS, or deep sedation, can only be administered by an anesthesiologist or oral surgeon.
Deliver vacuum-formed otho retainers - ANSDH, LDA- general
Dental office can charge a pt a fee for the cost of transferring records. T/F - True ANS
Dental techs must have a written work order from a licensed DDS and will keep their work
order for ____ - ANS2 years
and require two copies, one for the DDS and one for the tech DH or LDA shall NOT take
impressions and bite registrations for the FINAL construction of fixed and removable
prostheses. T/F - ANSTRUE
Dietary and Nutritional Counseling - ANSDH-General
**Can an LDA or DH place a cavity liner? - ANSNO, only DDS can place a cavity liner
ANS-AED are the five components of CPR training. -Barrier mask or bag for ventilation
-Obstruction of the external body's airways - A pair of rescuers -CPR for adults, children,
and infants Eight parts of a dental record - ANS-Personal information -Pt's reason for the
visit
-Dental and Med hx
-Clinical exam
-Diagnosis
-Tx plan
-Consent that is informed -Progress notes
A dental tech and DDS may practice in the same facility but may each have their own
practice. - ANSTrue;
* the DDS is not responsible for the dental tech unless the tech is EMPLOYED by the DDS
A minor (child) pt's record must be kept ____ yrs beyond the age of 18 - ANS7
A surgical mask that covers both the nose and mouth and protective eye wear w/ solid side
shields (or a face shield) should be worn by DHCP
T/F - ANSTrue
Acceptable documentation for continuing education or professional development credits? -
The ANSForm should include: -Name and contact info of organization/sponsor
- Presenters name and credentials/training that qualifies presenter to teach courrse
-Course title
Date, hours, and the topic "Our practice specialized in cosmetic dentistry, promising
superior results in the pursuit of your perfect smile," reads the advertisement. What is wrong
w/ the above ad? - ANSDDS cannot say they are SUPERIOR and cannot PROMISE the
results of a tx.
They are creating a false/unjustified expectation.
Also, cosmetic dentistry is not recognized as a 'specialty' by the ADA
Administer LA - ANSDH- General
Administer N2O2 - ANSDH- general
LDA- Direct
Administering any meds or agents - ANSPersonal supervision
(this one is weird)
Adult pt's record must be kept _______ years beyond last time they were seen - ANS7
All DHCP are required to display their license renewal certificate in plain sight for patients to
see. If one is employed at multiple practices, copies may be requested when renewing a
license. One must carry a wallet copy if they float to variety of practices
T/F - ANSTrue
All DHCP must notify the BOD w/in ____ of a name or address change - ANS30 days
All DHCP must renew their license every _____ on the date when they originally got their
license - ANS2 years (biennially)
, T/F - ANSTrue, LDA would be in violation of the Dental Practice Act; both DDS and LDA
would be held accountable. An LDA cannot scale the MND ant of a pediatric patient. Pit and
fissure sealant application - ANSDH - General LDA- Indirect
Apply topical Fluoride, bleaching agents, and cavity varnishes as prescribed by DDS -
ANSDH-general
LDA- Indirect
Even if the patient has not paid their bill, records must be transferred upon their request. T/F
- ANSTrue
Attach prefit and preadjusted ortho appliances - ANSDH, LDA- direct
Autoclaving instruments are considered __________ them - ANSSterilizing
*sterilizing means using a physical or chemical method to eradicate all microorganisms.
Before performing a list of procedures, a DH or LDA must have training in a school
accredited by ____ or a BOD approved course - ANSCODA
Biological Indicators: - ANSspore testing; assess by killing highly resistant microbes. spore
tests must be performed WEEKLY.
BOD will randomly select individuals for an audit; you will be notified by letter and have
____ days to submit COPIES of your CE record - ANS60 days
* Never submit original copies
Is it possible for a dentist to charge money for a referral to another dentist? Can all of your
credits be earned in the fundamental category? - ANSYES, but they cannot all be in the
elective category
Change protective clothing when it becomes visibly soiled as soon as feasible if penetrated
by blood or OPIM - ANSTrue
* Protective gear should be taken off before leaving the workplace. Chemical indicators: -
ANSindicator tape; does NOT prove sterile
Civil Law - ANSdeal w/ disputes b/w individuals, organizations, or b/w the two, in which
compensation is awarded to the victim
Complete preliminary charting of oral cavity and surrounding structures w/ exception of
perio probing and assessment of the perio structure - ANSLDA- general
(With probing, of course, DH can also accomplish this) Complete prophy w/ scaling, root
planing, and polishing of restorations - ANSDH-general
Core Subjects (fundamental credits) - ANSareas of knowledge pertaining to professionalism
and public safety *minimum of 2 different core subjects needed in 2 yrs
CPR is a ________ credit - ANSFundamental; must be updated every 2 yrs
Criminal law - ANSlaw that deals with crime and the legal punishment of criminal offenses
(crime against society)
Critical items - ANSpenetrate soft tissue or bone; greatest risk of transmitting infection and
should be sterilized by HEAT
Cut arch wires, remove loose bands or brackets - ANSDH, LDA- general
ANS, or deep sedation, can only be administered by an anesthesiologist or oral surgeon.
Deliver vacuum-formed otho retainers - ANSDH, LDA- general
Dental office can charge a pt a fee for the cost of transferring records. T/F - True ANS
Dental techs must have a written work order from a licensed DDS and will keep their work
order for ____ - ANS2 years
and require two copies, one for the DDS and one for the tech DH or LDA shall NOT take
impressions and bite registrations for the FINAL construction of fixed and removable
prostheses. T/F - ANSTRUE
Dietary and Nutritional Counseling - ANSDH-General
