Flushing water through the tubing for __at the beginning of each work period
lessens contaminated aerosols.
a) 15 seconds
b) 30 seconds
c) 1 minute
d) 2 minutes
e) 5 minutes
~ d) 2 minutes
The rubber polishing point is used for removal of stain from:
a) proximal surfaces.
b) deep pit a...
A) The dental hygiene diagnosis identifies the patient's health behaviors that
the dental hygienist is licensed to treat. B) It provides the basis on which the
dental hygiene treatment plan is designed, implemented, and evaluated.
, ✓~ Both statements are true.
Which of the following is a form of primary prevention?
✓~ Fluoride to prevent caries
During the assessment phase of the dental hygiene process of care, the dental
hygienist collects which of the following types of data?
✓~ Both subjective and objective information
Which of the following best defines prognosis?
✓~ Expected treatment outcome
Which of the following are examples of alternative practice settings?
✓~ Free clinics, public health clinics, and schools
Which of the following is not a core value in dental hygiene?
✓~ Profitability
,In which step in the resolution of an issue or dilemma should the dental
hygienist ask, "Does an outside source need to be consulted?
✓~ Step 3: clarification
The professional dental hygiene practice is responsible for providing only those
services allowed within the scope of practice, which is outlined by the:
✓~ dental hygiene practice act of each state.
The first licensed dental hygienist was:
✓~ Irene Newman
As of 2014, __________ states allow dental hygienists to provide direct
access care in a variety of community settings.
✓~ 37
Which core value in the professional dental hygiene practice states that people
have the right to full disclosure of all relevant information?
✓~ Individual autonomy and respect
, Which of the following is defined as a principle or habit with respect to right or
wrong behavior?
✓~ Moral
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no
contraindications for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial
surfaces of all premolar and canine teeth and amalgam restorations in molars
with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively healthy; there is minimal
bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1 to 3 mm.
What is the first component of the dental hygiene process of care to be
initiated for Mr. Scott?
✓~ Assess the patient.
Mr. Scott has not been to a dentist in 7 years. His medical history contains no
contraindications for treatment. Clinical findings reveal recession on the facial
surfaces of all premolar and canine teeth and amalgam restorations in molars
with worn margins. The gingival tissue is relatively healthy; there is minimal
bleeding on probing in interproximal areas, and pocket depths are 1 to 3 mm.
Which of the following findings is subjective data?
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