(DAO) MODULE 15 EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH PASSED
ANS/NEWEST UPDATE
Mr. Wilson is an 84-year-old patient who is coming in to have two teeth extracted. He
has multiple health problems and will be accompanied by his caregiver daughter.
Which of the following statements best describes your role and responsibilities as a
dental assistant while caring for this patient?
a) Assume that the patient is perfectly capable of completing the medical history and
understanding the postsurgical instructions
b) Assume that you will need to consult with his daughter when going over the medical
history and providing postsurgical instructions
c) Ask the patient's daughter to remain in the reception area throughout the procedure
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, d) Consult with the patient's daughter to determine who will be financially responsible
for paying the bill - ANSWER✔✔-b) Assume that you will need to consult with his
daughter when going over the medical history and providing postsurgical instructions
Age-related oral conditions such as gingival recession and xerostomia can often lead to
the development of which condition?
a) Oral cancer
b) Bone loss
c) Fractured teeth
d) Root decay - ANSWER✔✔-d) Root decay
Which age range is most likely to experience complex medical conditions that require
caregivers for daily activities?
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QUESTIONS WITH PASSED
ANS/NEWEST UPDATE
Mr. Wilson is an 84-year-old patient who is coming in to have two teeth extracted. He
has multiple health problems and will be accompanied by his caregiver daughter.
Which of the following statements best describes your role and responsibilities as a
dental assistant while caring for this patient?
a) Assume that the patient is perfectly capable of completing the medical history and
understanding the postsurgical instructions
b) Assume that you will need to consult with his daughter when going over the medical
history and providing postsurgical instructions
c) Ask the patient's daughter to remain in the reception area throughout the procedure
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, d) Consult with the patient's daughter to determine who will be financially responsible
for paying the bill - ANSWER✔✔-b) Assume that you will need to consult with his
daughter when going over the medical history and providing postsurgical instructions
Age-related oral conditions such as gingival recession and xerostomia can often lead to
the development of which condition?
a) Oral cancer
b) Bone loss
c) Fractured teeth
d) Root decay - ANSWER✔✔-d) Root decay
Which age range is most likely to experience complex medical conditions that require
caregivers for daily activities?
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