Question 1

The sphygmomanometer is the instrument used to _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  hear the sounds produced by the heart 
B)  control the flow of blood in the artery 
C)  record the temperature 
D)  record respiration rate 
A)  hear the sounds produced by the heart 
B)  control the flow of blood in the artery 
C)  record the temperature 
D)  record respiration rate B

Question 2

Computerized software dental programs will automatically print a copy of the medical alert when the daily schedule is printed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

The use of a thumb to palpate for a pulse is the preferred method.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Information on the patient's medical history should be reviewed and updated _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  each visit 
B)  only when surgical procedures are planned 
C)  only when operative procedures are planned 
D)  both b and c 
A)  each visit 
B)  only when surgical procedures are planned 
C)  only when operative procedures are planned 
D)  both b and c

Question 5

The diastolic number in a blood pressure reading is the ________ figure.

Accepted Answer

A)  upper 
B)  lower 
A)  upper 
B)  lower

Question 6

A tympanic thermometer is used to record the body temperature by placing it under the armpit.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Blood pressure is recorded at which artery?

Accepted Answer

A)  Radial 
B)  Brachial 
C)  Carotid 
D)  Temporal 
A)  Radial 
B)  Brachial 
C)  Carotid 
D)  Temporal

Question 8

A patient's medical record can be used in litigation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The floor of the mouth is examined with the patient's mouth opened.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Before taking the blood pressure, the assistant should estimate the systolic pressure by which of the following methods?

Accepted Answer

A)  Palpation 
B)  Inflation 
C)  Obliteration 
D)  Deflation 
E)  All of the above 
A)  Palpation 
B)  Inflation 
C)  Obliteration 
D)  Deflation 
E)  All of the above

Question 11

The thermometer is placed under the tongue for ____ minute(s).

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  5 
A)  1 
B)  2 
C)  3 
D)  5

Question 12

The normal diastolic range for an adult is ________ mm Hg.

Accepted Answer

A)  100 to 140 
B)  120 to 80 
C)  60 to 90 
D)  80 to 120 
A)  100 to 140 
B)  120 to 80 
C)  60 to 90 
D)  80 to 120

Question 13

During a clinical examination, the patient's lymph nodes are examined from the ear to the vermillion border.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The earpiece of the stethoscope is placed ________ into the ear.

Accepted Answer

A)  forward 
B)  backward 
C)  It does not matter. 
D)  They are not placed in the ear at all. 
A)  forward 
B)  backward 
C)  It does not matter. 
D)  They are not placed in the ear at all.

Question 15

The average blood pressure reading for an adult is ________ mm Hg

Accepted Answer

A)  140/100 
B)  100/140 
C)  80/120 
D)  120/80 
A)  140/100 
B)  100/140 
C)  80/120 
D)  120/80

Question 16

An abnormally slow resting pulse is _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  tachycardia 
B)  bradycardia 
C)  tachypnea 
D)  bradypnea 
A)  tachycardia 
B)  bradycardia 
C)  tachypnea 
D)  bradypnea

Question 17

When taking a blood pressure, after the last pulsing sound is heard, the cuff can be deflated rapidly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

An average pulse rate for a child is ____ beats per minute.

Accepted Answer

A)  95 
B)  80 
C)  40 
D)  50 
A)  95 
B)  80 
C)  40 
D)  50

Question 19

On which record is the patient's name, address, phone number, and Social Security number recorded?

Accepted Answer

A)  Medical history 
B)  Patient history 
C)  Treatment plan 
D)  Treatment page 
A)  Medical history 
B)  Patient history 
C)  Treatment plan 
D)  Treatment page

Question 20

Clinical observations of the patient are noted by the dental assistant on evaluation of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Patient's eyes; eyelid droop 
B)  Facial skin; scars 
C)  Abnormalities; skin color 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Patient's eyes; eyelid droop 
B)  Facial skin; scars 
C)  Abnormalities; skin color 
D)  All of the above

Exam 13: Preparation for Patient Care

The sphygmomanometer is the instrument used to _____________.

Computerized software dental programs will automatically print a copy of the medical alert when the daily schedule is printed.

The use of a thumb to palpate for a pulse is the preferred method.

Information on the patient's medical history should be reviewed and updated _____________.

The diastolic number in a blood pressure reading is the ________ figure.

A tympanic thermometer is used to record the body temperature by placing it under the armpit.

Blood pressure is recorded at which artery?

A patient's medical record can be used in litigation.

The floor of the mouth is examined with the patient's mouth opened.

Before taking the blood pressure, the assistant should estimate the systolic pressure by which of the following methods?

The thermometer is placed under the tongue for ____ minute(s).

The normal diastolic range for an adult is ________ mm Hg.

During a clinical examination, the patient's lymph nodes are examined from the ear to the vermillion border.

The earpiece of the stethoscope is placed ________ into the ear.

The average blood pressure reading for an adult is ________ mm Hg

An abnormally slow resting pulse is _____________.

When taking a blood pressure, after the last pulsing sound is heard, the cuff can be deflated rapidly.

An average pulse rate for a child is ____ beats per minute.

On which record is the patient's name, address, phone number, and Social Security number recorded?

Clinical observations of the patient are noted by the dental assistant on evaluation of which of the following?

Introduction to the Dental Profession

Psychology Communication and Multicultural Interaction

Ethics Jurisprudence and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act

Oral Health and Preventative Techniques

Nutrition

General Anatomy and Physiology

Head and Neck Anatomy

Embryology and Histology

Tooth Morphology

Microbiology

Infection Control

Management of Hazardous Materials

Dental Charting

Pharmacology

Emergency Management

Introduction to the Dental Office and Basic Chairside Assisting

Basic Chairside Instruments and Tray Systems

Instrument Transfer and Maintaining the Operating Field

Anesthesia and Sedation

Introduction to Dental Radiography and Equipment

Production and Evaluation of Dental Radiographs

Extraoral and Digital Radiography

Endodontics

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dental Implants

Oral Pathology

Orthodontics

Pediatric Dentistry

Dental Sealants

Periodontics

Coronal Polish

Fixed Prosthodontics and Gingival Retraction

Computerized Impression and Restorative Systems

Cosmetic Dentistry and Whitening

Removable Prosthodontics

Dental Cements Bases Liners and Bonding Agents

Restorative Materials Matrix and Wedge

Laboratory Materials and Techniques

Dental Office Management

Employment Strategies

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