RDA Exam Prep Questions and Answers 2023

RDA Exam Prep Questions and Answers 2023 What is Jurisprudence? the laws and interpretation of those laws that apply to and affect and protect the dental profession What are names for the Texas State Board? TSBDE SBDE State Board The Board What does the Texas State Board grant the dental assistant and what does it enforce? Grants: the certificate of registration Enforces: The Dental Practice Act What is TSBDE's mission? Protect the public Who are the TSBDE members and how many? 15 members - serve for six years 8 Dentists 2 Hygienists 5 Members of Public What does the New Legislation affecting the dental assistant do? It authorizes newly-hired dental assistants to take x-rays for up to 12 months after the date hired, to study for and take the new 8 hour course and exam When do you need to do your registration renewal? Every 12 months An RDA must... (three things) 1. display the certificate of registration in the dental office where employed 2. If work in more than one location will need to request additional copies from TSBDE 3. Photocopy of registration is NOT permitted Who practices dentistry? the dentist What does the person who practices dentistry do? diagnose and remove stains from teeth, provides surgical treatment for pain and injury, performs cleaning and stain removal from teeth, make impressions of teeth or mouth, fits or repairs dental appliance, make a full or partial denture without a prescription, give anesthesia or anesthesia drug What do the people NOT practicing dentistry do? an employee who makes dental x-rays under the supervision of the dentist, and a dental assistant who performs duties within the limits of the Dental Practice Act Who can legally adjust dental appliances? Only a LICENSED DENTIST can make FINAL ADJUSTMENTS Not final adjustments can be done by dental assistant delegated from dentist What is something that can be delegated to the DA under the dentist's direct supervision? Generally, and procedure that is REVERSIBLE Who is the holder of privilege? the patient What are the 3 Nitrous rules in the packet? 1. The dentist must have a permit and must INDUCE and MAINTAIN the N2O. 2. Dentist must maintain direct supervision over personnel who are monitoring the procedure 3. Assistant can REDUCE THE LEVELS of Nitrous Oxide or TURN IT OFF What dental records does the dentist have to have? (nine things) 1. Radiographs 2. Medical and dental history 3. Periodontal charting 4. Diagnosis made 5. Treatment Plans 6. Informed consent statements 7. Study models, casts, and impressions 8. Billing and payment records 9. Appointment records How long does the dentist have to keep the patient records? 5 years Dental Records are the ________ __________ of the dentist sole property Who does the PPE protect? Dentist, RDA, Hygienist, etc. (Everyone) Who should wear PPE? Everyone (who is performing treatment) Where should the sharps be places at the end of the patient procedures? in the sharps container What are examples of sharps? needles, scalpels, suture needles, and orthodontic wire How do you recap a needle (2 ways) 1. single handed/one handed scoop technique 2. Mechanical recapping device Hep B Vaccine on test? Pg. 15 What are the vaccines recommended by CDC for Dental Staff? (there are six) 1. Hepatitis B 2. Flu 3. Measles 4. Mumps 5. Rubella or German Measles 6. Varicella-Zoster or Chickenpox How do you prevent cross-contamination and disease transmission in the dental office? (5 things) 1. Perform proper hand washing 2. Use disposable items wherever possible 3. Unit dose Concept 4. Utilize barrier techniques and PPE 5. Disinfecting countertops What is the dirtiest part of the hand? the fingernails When is it recommended to wash your hands? (4 points) 1. When hands are visibly soiled with blood or infectious matter 2. After touching items contaminated by blood, saliva, or respiratory secretions 3. Before and after treating patients 4. Before and after glove use What is the most important step in preventing cross contamination? hand washing What are the recommendations for cleaning floors, walls and sinks in a dental office? Soap and water or EPA Registered Hospital disinfectant ~~ clean walls, blinds, and window curtains in patient care areas when visibly dusty or soiled What are the five steps in performing a sterilization procedure? 1. Select appropriate PPE (wear the complete ensemble of PPE and wear utility gloves when cleaning instruments) 2. Prepare dental instruments for sterilization 3. Apply appropriate method of sterilization of dental instruments and equipment 4. Label and store all instruments properly 5. Monitor effectiveness of sterilization process What are the 5 toxic materials used in the dental office? 1. Mercury 2. Nitrous Oxide 3. Formaldehyde 4. Glutaraldehyde 5. Etching Acids What are the three categories of biohazards waste? (AKA regulated waste) 1. sharps 2. Items saturated with blood and saliva 3. Tissues - Hard or soft removed from patient What are some examples of soft tissue? What are some examples of hard tissue? soft tissue: cheek, gums hard tissue: teeth Pg. 27, first box delete this slide Pg. 27 box under 1What are the items of non-regulated waste? Patient bib, Bracket table covers, plastic or paper wrap, gloves and disposable gowns, paper products, disposable items What is the purpose of the periapical radiograph? it is used to diagnose abnormalities involving the root apices and bone What is the purpose of the Bitewing radiograph? it is used to diagnose caries and early stage periodontal disease What is the purpose of the Occlusal Radiograph? it is used for evaluation of larger areas of the maxilla OR mandibular that may not appear on the periapical What is the purpose of the Panoramic Radiograph? it has the same purpose as the occlusal film (it is used for evaluation of larger areas of the maxilla OR mandibular that may not appear on the periapical)