Question 1

The mode of delivery that has the equipment on the dentist's side is the ________-delivery system.

Accepted Answer

A)  rear 
B)  side 
C)  front 
D)  none of the above 
A)  rear 
B)  side 
C)  front 
D)  none of the above

Question 2

Each dental handpiece has four controls.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The ideal motions for the assistant to avoid are Classes ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  I and II 
B)  II and III 
C)  IV and V 
D)  There are no classes that should be avoided. 
A)  I and II 
B)  II and III 
C)  IV and V 
D)  There are no classes that should be avoided.

Question 4

Distilled water is often used to prevent tap water deposits from building up in the dental unit water lines.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The high-volume evacuator (HVE) is used by the assistant to remove fluids from the patient's mouth. The HVE is to be flushed after each patient use.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The assistant places the mask, glasses, and gloves ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  before the patient is seated 
B)  after the assistant is seated 
C)  as the treatment begins 
D)  before the assistant is seated 
A)  before the patient is seated 
B)  after the assistant is seated 
C)  as the treatment begins 
D)  before the assistant is seated

Question 7

Following patient treatment, which of the following should be demonstrated before documenting the procedure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Put on overgloves 
B)  Remove treatment gloves 
C)  Wash hands 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Put on overgloves 
B)  Remove treatment gloves 
C)  Wash hands 
D)  All of the above

Question 8

The dental light is usually positioned how many feet from the patient's mouth?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 to 2 
B)  2 to 3 
C)  3 to 5 
D)  None of the above 
A)  1 to 2 
B)  2 to 3 
C)  3 to 5 
D)  None of the above

Question 9

The dental curing light is used to ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  view the oral cavity 
B)  set certain materials 
C)  cure certain materials 
D)  both b and c 
A)  view the oral cavity 
B)  set certain materials 
C)  cure certain materials 
D)  both b and c

Question 10

The cart that is designed to hold the air-water syringe, the saliva ejector, and the HVE is the ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  operator's 
B)  assistant's 
C)  both a and b 
D)  neither a nor b 
A)  operator's 
B)  assistant's 
C)  both a and b 
D)  neither a nor b

Question 11

Which of the following are daily routines to close the office?

Accepted Answer

A)  Review the daily patient schedule. 
B)  Turn off all master switches. 
C)  Post copies of patient schedules. 
D)  Straighten magazines. 
A)  Review the daily patient schedule. 
B)  Turn off all master switches. 
C)  Post copies of patient schedules. 
D)  Straighten magazines.

Question 12

For infection-control purposes, it is best for sinks to be operated by:
1) wrists
2) feet
3) knees
4) sensors

Accepted Answer

A)  1, 2, 3, 4 
B)  4 
C)  1, 2, 3 
D)  2, 3 
A)  1, 2, 3, 4 
B)  4 
C)  1, 2, 3 
D)  2, 3

Question 13

Ergonomics is the study and analysis of how humans work in their work environments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which stool has a footrest?

Accepted Answer

A)  Operator's 
B)  Assistant's 
C)  Patient's 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Operator's 
B)  Assistant's 
C)  Patient's 
D)  None of the above

Question 15

Many offices are moving toward using hands-free communication systems to improve communication among staff and improve office efficiencies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The amount of dental lab work done in the office depends on the dentist's preference.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Match between columns
                        Premises: Movement of fingers and wrist
Movement of fingers
Movement of fingers, wrist, and elbow
Movement of arm and twisting of the body

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Class V and Class II and Class is...

Question 18

The control for the handpieces is the ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  air compressor 
B)  vacuum system 
C)  dental unit 
D)  rheostat 
A)  air compressor 
B)  vacuum system 
C)  dental unit 
D)  rheostat

Question 19

The oral vacuum system that removes fluids from the oral cavity slowly is the ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  saliva ejector 
B)  HVE 
C)  ultrasonic cleaner 
D)  none of the above 
A)  saliva ejector 
B)  HVE 
C)  ultrasonic cleaner 
D)  none of the above

Question 20

For treatment of the maxillary arch, the dental light is ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  raised and the beam directed downward 
B)  lowered and the beam directed upward 
C)  raised and the beam directed upward 
D)  lowered and the beam directed downward 
A)  raised and the beam directed downward 
B)  lowered and the beam directed upward 
C)  raised and the beam directed upward 
D)  lowered and the beam directed downward

Exam 17: Introduction to the Dental Office and Basic Chairside Assisting

The mode of delivery that has the equipment on the dentist's side is the ________-delivery system.

Each dental handpiece has four controls.

The ideal motions for the assistant to avoid are Classes ____________.

Distilled water is often used to prevent tap water deposits from building up in the dental unit water lines.

The high-volume evacuator (HVE) is used by the assistant to remove fluids from the patient's mouth. The HVE is to be flushed after each patient use.

The assistant places the mask, glasses, and gloves ____________.

Following patient treatment, which of the following should be demonstrated before documenting the procedure?

The dental light is usually positioned how many feet from the patient's mouth?

The dental curing light is used to ____________.

The cart that is designed to hold the air-water syringe, the saliva ejector, and the HVE is the ____________.

Which of the following are daily routines to close the office?

For infection-control purposes, it is best for sinks to be operated by: 1) wrists 2) feet 3) knees 4) sensors

Ergonomics is the study and analysis of how humans work in their work environments.

Which stool has a footrest?

Many offices are moving toward using hands-free communication systems to improve communication among staff and improve office efficiencies.

The amount of dental lab work done in the office depends on the dentist's preference.

The control for the handpieces is the ____________.

The oral vacuum system that removes fluids from the oral cavity slowly is the ____________.

For treatment of the maxillary arch, the dental light is ____________.

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

Preparation for Patient Care

Dental Charting

Pharmacology

Emergency Management

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

Filters