Mosby's National Board Dental Hygiene Exam Questions + Answers(Verified)
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Mosby\'s National Board Dental Hygiene
A program for tobacco use cessation is an essential component of the dental hygiene care plan for appropriate patients. The first step for tobacco dependence intervention is to: - ANSWER-ask patients about their current tobacco use habits.
The normal respiration rate range, in breather per minut...
Mosby's National Board Dental Hygiene Exam
Questions + Answers(Verified)
A program for tobacco use cessation is an essential component of the dental hygiene
care plan for appropriate patients. The first step for tobacco dependence intervention is
to: - ANSWER-ask patients about their current tobacco use habits.
The normal respiration rate range, in breather per minute, for an adult is: - ANSWER-
12-20.
A blood pressure reading of 146/90 mm Hg would be classified as: - ANSWER-
hypertension, stage 1.
The first course of action in the dental hygiene process of care is to: - ANSWER-obtain
medical and dental histories.
Which of the following is another name for hypoglycemia? - ANSWER-Low blood sugar.
During an epileptic seizure, the patient should be placed in which position in the dental
chair? - ANSWER-Supine.
Body core temperature exceeding 37.5 C (99.1 F) but less than 41.0 C (105.8 F) is
termed - ANSWER-pyrexia.
All of these factors are associated with increased respiration, pulse, and blood pressure
EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION? - ANSWER-Nitrous oxide inhalation.
Caries management by risk assessment (CAMBRA) is an evidence-based approach to
the prevention and management of caries, which assesses levels of risk and serves as
a guideline for interventions. Current research indicates that the most important factor in
dental caries prevention and treatment is to modify and correct the dental biofilm and
transform oral factors to favor dental health. - ANSWER-Both are true.
The highest pH level at which demineralization occurs in enamel is between -
ANSWER-4.5-5.5
A caries management by risk assessment (CAMBRA) protocol for enamel
remineralization involves chewing of xylitol gum or mints because xylitol reduces the
levels of Streptococcus mutant and promotes remineralization. - ANSWER-Both are
correct and related.
Dental caries is a - ANSWER-communicable disease.
,If a patient is taking phenytoin (Dilantin), it is usually an indication that he or she is being
treated for - ANSWER-epilepsy.
For a patient who is classified as being at moderate to extreme risk for caries, all of the
following are recommended risk-reduction and treatment strategies EXCEPT one.
Which is the EXCEPTION? - ANSWER-Chewing an antacid before bedtime.
Hyposalivation may develop into all of these oral conditions EXCEPT one. Which is the
EXCEPTION? - ANSWER-Periodontal disease.
Hand washing is recommended after removal of gloves because - ANSWER-organisms
on the hand multiply rapidly inside the warm, moist environment of the glove.
Which percentage of ethanol or isopropanol should an alcohol-based hand rub contain
to be effective in removing transient microorganisms and reducing resident flora? -
ANSWER-60%-70%
Which type of modifications should be made when scheduling dental appointments for a
patient with significant manifestation of autism spectrum disorder? - ANSWER-Several
short, frequent appointments with the same staff members.
Biologic monitoring tests evaluate the effectiveness of the sterilization cycle. These
monitoring tests should be performed monthly to verify effective functioning of the
sterilization equipment. - ANSWER-First is true, second is false.
Which is the MOST effective test for a steam under pressure sterilization unit? -
ANSWER-Biologic monitor.
A patient who indicates a food allergy to avocados, chestnuts, and papayas may be at
risk for which type of sensitivity? - ANSWER-Latex.
Which is the MOST commonly administered agent for a patient in a hypoglycemia
emergency? - ANSWER-Sugar
Which pulse is palpated to check for circulation during administration of adult
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)? - ANSWER-Carotid.
The vestibular mucosa exhibits superficial anesthesia from a topical anesthetic agent
more rapidly than the hard palate because nonkeratinized tissues absorb the drug more
rapidly. - ANSWER-Both are correct and related.
Which topical anesthetic would be MOST effective and offer the longest duration during
scaling and root planing procedures? - ANSWER-2.5% lidocaine and prilocaine gel.
An apparently healthy 35 year old female presents for her first restorative appointment
in 7 years. After placing topical anesthetic, prior to the injection, the patient complains of
, a racing heart rate and is breathing rapidly and perspiring. Which is the likely cause? -
ANSWER-Anxiety.
A patient does not want to undergo dental radiography because of a hypersensitive gag
reflex and expresses anxiety related to dental procedures. Which of the following is the
optimal way to suppress the gag reflex to obtain a periodical dental image? - ANSWER-
Nitrous oxide or oxygen sedation.
The most comprehensive infection control procedures used to ensure the safe delivery
of oral care are commonly referred to as - ANSWER-standard precautions.
The CDC has identified four principles of infection control to protect all individuals.
Which of the following principles is the EXCEPTION? - ANSWER-Dispose of all
instruments that come in contact with an infected person.
As identified by the CDC, which category falls under transmission-based precautions? -
ANSWER-Droplet precautions, airborne, and contact precautions.
Parents of infants with high caries risk should use a xylitol containing gum four to five
times daily. Use of xylitol gum by the patient will reduce the transfer of caries-causing
bacteria to the infant. - ANSWER-Both are true.
All of the following are symptoms of myocardial infarction EXCEPT one. Which is the
EXCEPTION? - ANSWER-Headache.
If a patient is hyperventilating at the dental appointment, the provider should reassure
the patient and encourage him or her to take slow, deep breaths. Hundred percent
oxygen should be quickly administered to a patient who is hyperventilating. - ANSWER-
First is true, second is false.
All of the following are symptoms of hypoglycemia EXCEPT one. Which is the
EXCEPTION? - ANSWER-Acetone breath.
After the active phase of periodontal treatment is completed, the patients needs are
assessed and timed intervals for which procedure are planned? - ANSWER-Periodontal
maintenance.
Chronic periodontitis typically responds predictably to periodontal treatment. Treatment
response is unpredictable in the case of aggressive periodontitis. - ANSWER-Both are
true.
A patient presents with necrotizing ulcerative periodontitis (NUP) and complains of pain.
Each of the following procedures should take place on the first appointment EXCEPT
one. Which is the EXCEPTION? - ANSWER-completing restorative treatment.
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