Question 1

It is the responsibility of the ____ to discuss the need for dental imaging.

Accepted Answer

A) dental assistant 
B) dental hygienist 
C) dentist 
D) both b and c 
A) dental assistant 
B) dental hygienist 
C) dentist 
D) both b and c C

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true regarding federal and state regulations on the use of dental x-ray equipment?

Accepted Answer

A) All dental x-ray machines manufactured or sold in the United States after 1934 must meet federal regulations. 
B) The use of dental x-ray equipment is regulated by federal but not state regulations. 
C) The federal government requires x-ray machines to be registered and charges a fee for this registration. 
D) Most states have laws that require inspections of dental x-ray equipment on a regular basis. 
A) All dental x-ray machines manufactured or sold in the United States after 1934 must meet federal regulations. 
B) The use of dental x-ray equipment is regulated by federal but not state regulations. 
C) The federal government requires x-ray machines to be registered and charges a fee for this registration. 
D) Most states have laws that require inspections of dental x-ray equipment on a regular basis. D

Question 3

An administrative quality control plan:

Accepted Answer

A) ensures that each individual is trained to perform assigned duties. 
B) maintains a written description of the quality insurance plan. 
C) maintains records of control tests. 
D) all of the above. 
A) ensures that each individual is trained to perform assigned duties. 
B) maintains a written description of the quality insurance plan. 
C) maintains records of control tests. 
D) all of the above. D

Question 4

With normal usage,processing solutions should be changed:

Accepted Answer

A) once a day. 
B) once a week. 
C) every 3 to 4 weeks. 
D) annually. 
A) once a day. 
B) once a week. 
C) every 3 to 4 weeks. 
D) annually.

Question 5

The simplest method for ensuring that each box of film is fresh is to:

Accepted Answer

A) check the expiration date. 
B) process one film from each box with fresh chemicals. 
C) use the clearing test. 
D) all of the above. 
A) check the expiration date. 
B) process one film from each box with fresh chemicals. 
C) use the clearing test. 
D) all of the above.

Question 6

According to the test for x-ray film freshness,if the processed film appears _____,the film is fresh and has been properly stored and handled.

Accepted Answer

A) solid black 
B) clean with a slight green tint 
C) clean with a slight blue tint 
D) fogged 
A) solid black 
B) clean with a slight green tint 
C) clean with a slight blue tint 
D) fogged

Question 7

PSPs:

Accepted Answer

A) are a major source of cross-contamination. 
B) should be wiped with a cotton ball after being removed from the patient's mouth. 
C) should be heat sterilized. 
D) should be immersed in disinfecting solution. 
A) are a major source of cross-contamination. 
B) should be wiped with a cotton ball after being removed from the patient's mouth. 
C) should be heat sterilized. 
D) should be immersed in disinfecting solution.

Question 8

What should be done after removing each exposed film or PSP from the patient's mouth?

Accepted Answer

A) It should be sterilized in a heat sterilizer. 
B) Immerse the packet in disinfecting solution. 
C) Wipe saliva from the film packet using a dry 2 × 2-inch gauze sponge or paper towel. 
D) Rinse the films off in the sink and then place them in the ultrasonic cleaner. 
A) It should be sterilized in a heat sterilizer. 
B) Immerse the packet in disinfecting solution. 
C) Wipe saliva from the film packet using a dry 2 × 2-inch gauze sponge or paper towel. 
D) Rinse the films off in the sink and then place them in the ultrasonic cleaner.

Question 9

Who can be held legally responsible for dental assistant's actions?

Accepted Answer

A) The dentist 
B) The dental assistant 
C) Both the dentist and assistant 
D) The patient 
A) The dentist 
B) The dental assistant 
C) Both the dentist and assistant 
D) The patient

Question 10

Which of the following is not true regarding the preparation of the operatory for dental imaging?

Accepted Answer

A) Barriers should be used on all surfaces that cannot be easily cleaned and disinfected. 
B) Barriers are preferred over switches to prevent electrical shorts. 
C) Barriers do not need to be used because spatter of blood and saliva is unlikely. 
D) All of the above are not true. 
A) Barriers should be used on all surfaces that cannot be easily cleaned and disinfected. 
B) Barriers are preferred over switches to prevent electrical shorts. 
C) Barriers do not need to be used because spatter of blood and saliva is unlikely. 
D) All of the above are not true.

Question 11

The most critical component in film processing quality control is:

Accepted Answer

A) processing two test films each day. 
B) maintaining the freshness of the processing solutions. 
C) maintaining the darkroom. 
D) checking the safelight. 
A) processing two test films each day. 
B) maintaining the freshness of the processing solutions. 
C) maintaining the darkroom. 
D) checking the safelight.

Question 12

The Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act is a federal law that requires all:

Accepted Answer

A) persons who use x-rays to take dental images to be properly trained. 
B) persons who use x-rays to take dental images to be certified. 
C) dental x-ray machines to be registered. 
D) both a and b. 
A) persons who use x-rays to take dental images to be properly trained. 
B) persons who use x-rays to take dental images to be certified. 
C) dental x-ray machines to be registered. 
D) both a and b.

Question 13

Sterilized positioning instruments should be removed from the packages:

Accepted Answer

A) before the patient is seated. 
B) after the patient is seated. 
C) at any time. 
D) in the sterilization area. 
A) before the patient is seated. 
B) after the patient is seated. 
C) at any time. 
D) in the sterilization area.

Question 14

Who is responsible for overall quality assurance in a dental practice?

Accepted Answer

A) Dentist 
B) Dental assistant 
C) Dental hygienist 
D) Office manager 
A) Dentist 
B) Dental assistant 
C) Dental hygienist 
D) Office manager

Question 15

Which is not true regarding the transfer of dental images?

Accepted Answer

A) A reasonable fee may be charged. 
B) The originals are sent. 
C) The dentist should be informed of the patient's request. 
D) When and where the images were sent need to be recorded on the patient's chart. 
A) A reasonable fee may be charged. 
B) The originals are sent. 
C) The dentist should be informed of the patient's request. 
D) When and where the images were sent need to be recorded on the patient's chart.

Question 16

The safelight in the darkroom can be tested by:

Accepted Answer

A) using the coin test. 
B) turning off all the lights in the darkroom and looking for any white light. 
C) using a step wedge. 
D) taking a reference image. 
A) using the coin test. 
B) turning off all the lights in the darkroom and looking for any white light. 
C) using a step wedge. 
D) taking a reference image.

Question 17

Dental records must contain documentation of the ______ of dental images taken.

Accepted Answer

A) number 
B) type 
C) quality 
D) all of the above 
A) number 
B) type 
C) quality 
D) all of the above

Question 18

Regulations regarding certification for dental assistants in radiography:

Accepted Answer

A) are not required by federal law. 
B) vary from state to state. 
C) do not exist. 
D) both a and b. 
A) are not required by federal law. 
B) vary from state to state. 
C) do not exist. 
D) both a and b.

Question 19

Which is the following is correct for decreasing contamination of dental imaging equipment and supplies?

Accepted Answer

A) Gather all supplies needed before beginning the procedure. 
B) Use overgloves if additional supplies are needed during a procedure. 
C) Ask for help. 
D) All of the above are correct. 
A) Gather all supplies needed before beginning the procedure. 
B) Use overgloves if additional supplies are needed during a procedure. 
C) Ask for help. 
D) All of the above are correct.

Question 20

Developer strength can be checked by using a:

Accepted Answer

A) reference image. 
B) stepwedge image. 
C) test strip to check the solution. 
D) both a and b. 
A) reference image. 
B) stepwedge image. 
C) test strip to check the solution. 
D) both a and b.

Exam 40: Legal Issues, Quality Assurance, and Infection Prevention

It is the responsibility of the ____ to discuss the need for dental imaging.

Which of the following statements is true regarding federal and state regulations on the use of dental x-ray equipment?

An administrative quality control plan:

With normal usage,processing solutions should be changed:

The simplest method for ensuring that each box of film is fresh is to:

According to the test for x-ray film freshness,if the processed film appears _____,the film is fresh and has been properly stored and handled.

PSPs:

What should be done after removing each exposed film or PSP from the patient's mouth?

Who can be held legally responsible for dental assistant's actions?

Which of the following is not true regarding the preparation of the operatory for dental imaging?

The most critical component in film processing quality control is:

The Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act is a federal law that requires all:

Sterilized positioning instruments should be removed from the packages:

Who is responsible for overall quality assurance in a dental practice?

Which is not true regarding the transfer of dental images?

The safelight in the darkroom can be tested by:

Dental records must contain documentation of the ______ of dental images taken.

Regulations regarding certification for dental assistants in radiography:

Which is the following is correct for decreasing contamination of dental imaging equipment and supplies?

Developer strength can be checked by using a:

History of Dentistry

The Professional Dental Assistant

The Dental Healthcare Team

Dental Ethics

Dentistry and the Law

General Anatomy

General Physiology

Oral Embryology and Histology

Head and Neck Anatomy

Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity

Overview of the Dentitions

Tooth Morphology

Dental Caries

Periodontal Disease

Preventive Dentistry

Nutrition

Oral Pathology

Microbiology

Disease Transmission and Infection Prevention

Principles and Techniques of Disinfection

Principles and Techniques of Instrument Processing and Sterilization

Regulatory and Advisory Agencies

Chemical and Waste Management

Dental Unit Waterlines

Ergonomics

The Patient Record

Vital Signs

Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Planning

The Special Needs and Medically Compromised Patient

Principles of Pharmacology

Assisting in a Medical Emergency

The Dental Office

Delivering Dental Care

Dental Hand Instruments

Dental Handpieces and Accessories

Moisture Control

Anesthesia and Pain Control

Foundations of Radiography, Radiographic Equipment, and Radiation Safety

Digital Imaging, Dental Film, and Processing Radiographs

Intraoral Imaging

Extraoral Imaging

Restorative and Esthetic Dental Materials

Dental Liners, Bases, and Bonding Systems

Dental Cements

Impression Materials

Laboratory Materials and Procedures

General Dentistry

Matrix Systems for Restorative Dentistry

Fixed Prosthodontics

Provisional Coverage

Removable Prosthodontics

Dental Implants

Endodontics

Periodontics

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Pediatric Dentistry

Coronal Polishing

Dental Sealants

Orthodontics