RDA REVIEW PRACTICE TEST (2025/2026) VERIFIED QUESTION BANK WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS
The preliminary diagnosis charting that the dental assistant performs includes:
physical and dental data
The main nutrients found in fruits and vegetables are:
vitamin A, C, iron and riboflavin
An excellent source of vitamin A is :
liver
Symptoms of vitamin C deficiency are:
bruise easily
A patient has just experienced syncope after an injection. What treatment could a dental
assistant administer?
place patient in reclining position with their head lower than their feet
The orthodontic facebow should be placed:
one side at a time
,Acetone or fruity smelling breath, deep respirations, excessive thirst are symptoms of:
diabetic acidosis
If the patients condition were to progress to complete circulatory collapse, the RDA would
immediately administer which of the following?
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
The symptoms described in the above situation would indicate that teh patient is suffering
from:
heart attack
In the above situation the INITIAL procedure would be to: place
patient in semi supine position & administer oxygen
Orthodontic retainer instructions should include:
- brushing of the retainer, teeth, soft tissue
- removal of retainer during sports
What instructions should be given to a patient following an arch wire ligation procedure?
- oral hygiene instruction
- foods to avoid
,- warning of possible discomfort
To insure that all excess cement has been removed which of the following techniques should be
used after cementing a gold restoration?
- exploration of the marginal & interproximal area with explorer
- inspection of the oral cavity with a clear mouth mirror with good illumination
The RDA is legally responsible for:
no entries in the chart for services performed
Which of the following abrasives should be chosen for coronal polishing when the patients
teeth display mild sensitivity?
flour of pumice
The complete health history of a patient should include:
- blood pressure reading
- record of chronic illnesses
- chief dental complaints
- prescription and self prescribed drugs
- history of exposure to ionizing radiation
- past sensitivity to medications
, A properly adapted impression tray should include:
- the retromolar area
- all teeth
- tissues in the vestibule
- frenum or muscle attachments
When utilizing correct four-handed dentistry techniques, how should the dental Assistant
receive a cutting instrument?
extended little finger
Once inserted, where are metal spring separators located in relation to the contact area?
occlusal and gingival to the contact area
Indicate the correct sequence of steps for placing a PREFORMED aluminum temporary crown?
- measure mediodistal space at the contact area and select the crown
- try the crown and check the fit
- adjust the length of the crown
- adjust occlusion
- cement temporary crown
SOLUTIONS
The preliminary diagnosis charting that the dental assistant performs includes:
physical and dental data
The main nutrients found in fruits and vegetables are:
vitamin A, C, iron and riboflavin
An excellent source of vitamin A is :
liver
Symptoms of vitamin C deficiency are:
bruise easily
A patient has just experienced syncope after an injection. What treatment could a dental
assistant administer?
place patient in reclining position with their head lower than their feet
The orthodontic facebow should be placed:
one side at a time
,Acetone or fruity smelling breath, deep respirations, excessive thirst are symptoms of:
diabetic acidosis
If the patients condition were to progress to complete circulatory collapse, the RDA would
immediately administer which of the following?
cardiopulmonary resuscitation
The symptoms described in the above situation would indicate that teh patient is suffering
from:
heart attack
In the above situation the INITIAL procedure would be to: place
patient in semi supine position & administer oxygen
Orthodontic retainer instructions should include:
- brushing of the retainer, teeth, soft tissue
- removal of retainer during sports
What instructions should be given to a patient following an arch wire ligation procedure?
- oral hygiene instruction
- foods to avoid
,- warning of possible discomfort
To insure that all excess cement has been removed which of the following techniques should be
used after cementing a gold restoration?
- exploration of the marginal & interproximal area with explorer
- inspection of the oral cavity with a clear mouth mirror with good illumination
The RDA is legally responsible for:
no entries in the chart for services performed
Which of the following abrasives should be chosen for coronal polishing when the patients
teeth display mild sensitivity?
flour of pumice
The complete health history of a patient should include:
- blood pressure reading
- record of chronic illnesses
- chief dental complaints
- prescription and self prescribed drugs
- history of exposure to ionizing radiation
- past sensitivity to medications
, A properly adapted impression tray should include:
- the retromolar area
- all teeth
- tissues in the vestibule
- frenum or muscle attachments
When utilizing correct four-handed dentistry techniques, how should the dental Assistant
receive a cutting instrument?
extended little finger
Once inserted, where are metal spring separators located in relation to the contact area?
occlusal and gingival to the contact area
Indicate the correct sequence of steps for placing a PREFORMED aluminum temporary crown?
- measure mediodistal space at the contact area and select the crown
- try the crown and check the fit
- adjust the length of the crown
- adjust occlusion
- cement temporary crown
