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What percentage of the exam is dedicated to clinical support procedures?
What percentage of the exam is dedicated to clinical support procedures?
- 10 - 15% (correct)
- 15 - 20%
- 20 - 25%
- 5 - 10%
What is the primary reason for identifying all medications/drugs taken, including dosages and frequency?
What is the primary reason for identifying all medications/drugs taken, including dosages and frequency?
- To inform the patient's family of their medications
- To identify safety issues that could affect the delivery of dental treatment (correct)
- To track the patient's medical history
- To ensure accurate billing
Which of the following areas requires infection prevention procedures?
Which of the following areas requires infection prevention procedures?
- Only clinical setting
- Only reception and business office area
- All of the above, including laboratory area, remote locations, and mobile clinics (correct)
- Only laboratory area
What is included on a prescription form?
What is included on a prescription form?
What is the purpose of pre-medication prior to dental treatment?
What is the purpose of pre-medication prior to dental treatment?
What is included in standard infection control procedures?
What is included in standard infection control procedures?
What is the primary purpose of maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies?
What is the primary purpose of maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies?
What is the main objective of applying principles of ergonomics?
What is the main objective of applying principles of ergonomics?
What is the purpose of employing protocols for injury prevention?
What is the purpose of employing protocols for injury prevention?
What is the primary purpose of completing and updating patient records?
What is the primary purpose of completing and updating patient records?
What is the purpose of explaining protocols used to reduce biofilm within dental unit waterlines?
What is the purpose of explaining protocols used to reduce biofilm within dental unit waterlines?
What is the main objective of demonstrating exercises for prevention or relief of symptoms related to musculoskeletal disorders?
What is the main objective of demonstrating exercises for prevention or relief of symptoms related to musculoskeletal disorders?
What is one of the key responsibilities of a dental assistant during a surgical procedure?
What is one of the key responsibilities of a dental assistant during a surgical procedure?
What is the purpose of assessing post-surgical soft tissue?
What is the purpose of assessing post-surgical soft tissue?
What is the primary goal of debriding and evaluating surgical/operative site?
What is the primary goal of debriding and evaluating surgical/operative site?
What is an important aspect of endodontic procedures?
What is an important aspect of endodontic procedures?
What is a critical component of a periodontal examination?
What is a critical component of a periodontal examination?
What is a key responsibility of a dental assistant in providing patient care?
What is a key responsibility of a dental assistant in providing patient care?
What is the primary focus of the 5.10 section?
What is the primary focus of the 5.10 section?
What is described in the 5.11 section?
What is described in the 5.11 section?
What classification is used to describe and classify occlusion and malocclusion?
What classification is used to describe and classify occlusion and malocclusion?
What is prepared or fabricated for final impressions in prosthodontic procedures?
What is prepared or fabricated for final impressions in prosthodontic procedures?
What type of prostheses is described in the 5.11 section?
What type of prostheses is described in the 5.11 section?
What type of information is provided to patients in prosthodontic and periodontal procedures?
What type of information is provided to patients in prosthodontic and periodontal procedures?
What is the purpose of disclosing agents in oral hygiene instruction?
What is the purpose of disclosing agents in oral hygiene instruction?
What is the goal of collecting data to assess patient needs in oral hygiene instruction?
What is the goal of collecting data to assess patient needs in oral hygiene instruction?
What is the purpose of nutritional counseling in oral health?
What is the purpose of nutritional counseling in oral health?
What is the purpose of applying the principles of instruction and learning in oral hygiene instruction?
What is the purpose of applying the principles of instruction and learning in oral hygiene instruction?
What is the purpose of discussing disclosing agent results with patients and/or caregivers?
What is the purpose of discussing disclosing agent results with patients and/or caregivers?
What is the purpose of observing, collecting, and recording data in oral hygiene instruction?
What is the purpose of observing, collecting, and recording data in oral hygiene instruction?
