Arizona
Dental Jurisprudence
Final Assessment Review
(With Solutions)
2025
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,1. An Arizona dentist advertises “guaranteed painless fillings” on
billboards. Under the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners (AZBDE)
rules, this claim is:
A. Permissible if testimonials accompany the advertisement
B. Prohibited as deceptive and unsubstantiated
C. Allowed when set in fine print
D. Acceptable for preventive services only
Correct ANS: B. Prohibited as deceptive and unsubstantiated
Rationale: AZBDE’s advertising regulations forbid any claim that
cannot be universally guaranteed; “painless” cannot be assured for all
patients.
2. A patient scheduled for implant surgery in Phoenix expresses concerns
about nerve injury risk. Which consent must the dentist obtain to comply
with Arizona law?
A. General treatment consent signed at first visit
B. Specific informed consent for implant surgery
C. Implied consent by the patient’s presence in the chair
D. Witnessed consent by a nonclinical staff member
Correct ANS: B. Specific informed consent for implant surgery
Rationale: Arizona statutes require procedure-specific disclosure of
risks, benefits, and alternatives before invasive dental surgery.
3. A dental hygienist holds an Arizona local anesthesia permit and
administers injections while the supervising dentist is in another
operatory. Which supervision level applies under Arizona Administrative
Code Title 4, Chapter 11?
A. General supervision
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, B. Indirect supervision
C. Direct supervision
D. No supervision required
Correct ANS: A. General supervision
Rationale: Permitted hygienists may give local anesthesia under
general supervision once the dentist has approved the treatment plan.
4. During a routine exam, a dentist notices bruising on an elderly
patient’s hands and suspects abuse. What is the dentist’s legal obligation
in Arizona?
A. Report immediately to Adult Protective Services (APS)
B. Document findings and wait for patient’s authorization
C. Alert the Board of Dental Examiners
D. Contact local law enforcement only
Correct ANS: A. Report immediately to Adult Protective Services
(APS)
Rationale: Arizona law (A.R.S. §13-3623) mandates healthcare
providers to report suspected elder abuse without delay to APS.
5. A patient requests an electronic copy of their dental chart and
radiographs. Under HIPAA and Arizona law, the dentist must:
A. Provide records within 30 days at a reasonable, cost-based fee
B. Decline if the request is not notarized
C. Charge an administrative surcharge plus per-page cost
D. Require a subpoena for digital records
Correct ANS: A. Provide records within 30 days at a reasonable, cost-
based fee
Rationale: HIPAA and Arizona statutes entitle patients to access their
records in the requested format within 30 days, with only reasonable
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Dental Jurisprudence
Final Assessment Review
(With Solutions)
2025
1
,1. An Arizona dentist advertises “guaranteed painless fillings” on
billboards. Under the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners (AZBDE)
rules, this claim is:
A. Permissible if testimonials accompany the advertisement
B. Prohibited as deceptive and unsubstantiated
C. Allowed when set in fine print
D. Acceptable for preventive services only
Correct ANS: B. Prohibited as deceptive and unsubstantiated
Rationale: AZBDE’s advertising regulations forbid any claim that
cannot be universally guaranteed; “painless” cannot be assured for all
patients.
2. A patient scheduled for implant surgery in Phoenix expresses concerns
about nerve injury risk. Which consent must the dentist obtain to comply
with Arizona law?
A. General treatment consent signed at first visit
B. Specific informed consent for implant surgery
C. Implied consent by the patient’s presence in the chair
D. Witnessed consent by a nonclinical staff member
Correct ANS: B. Specific informed consent for implant surgery
Rationale: Arizona statutes require procedure-specific disclosure of
risks, benefits, and alternatives before invasive dental surgery.
3. A dental hygienist holds an Arizona local anesthesia permit and
administers injections while the supervising dentist is in another
operatory. Which supervision level applies under Arizona Administrative
Code Title 4, Chapter 11?
A. General supervision
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, B. Indirect supervision
C. Direct supervision
D. No supervision required
Correct ANS: A. General supervision
Rationale: Permitted hygienists may give local anesthesia under
general supervision once the dentist has approved the treatment plan.
4. During a routine exam, a dentist notices bruising on an elderly
patient’s hands and suspects abuse. What is the dentist’s legal obligation
in Arizona?
A. Report immediately to Adult Protective Services (APS)
B. Document findings and wait for patient’s authorization
C. Alert the Board of Dental Examiners
D. Contact local law enforcement only
Correct ANS: A. Report immediately to Adult Protective Services
(APS)
Rationale: Arizona law (A.R.S. §13-3623) mandates healthcare
providers to report suspected elder abuse without delay to APS.
5. A patient requests an electronic copy of their dental chart and
radiographs. Under HIPAA and Arizona law, the dentist must:
A. Provide records within 30 days at a reasonable, cost-based fee
B. Decline if the request is not notarized
C. Charge an administrative surcharge plus per-page cost
D. Require a subpoena for digital records
Correct ANS: A. Provide records within 30 days at a reasonable, cost-
based fee
Rationale: HIPAA and Arizona statutes entitle patients to access their
records in the requested format within 30 days, with only reasonable
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