26 Questions
What is the main goal of FDI?
To serve as the main representative body for dentists worldwide
What does FDI strive to achieve?
Leading the world to optimal oral health
How many national dental associations (NDAs) is FDI involved with?
Close to 200
What does FDI transform its commitment into?
Active engagement with the World Health Organization
What does FDI do as an international organization?
Represents the interests of member NDAs globally
What has FDI been a pioneer in?
Modern dentistry
What is the potential of oral health professionals in persuading tobacco users to quit?
They have considerable potential in persuading tobacco users to quit
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) World No Tobacco Day 2005 campaign, which group has the greatest potential to promote the reduction of tobacco use?
Oral health professionals
What is an ethical, moral, and practical reason outlined in the WHO World Oral Health Report 2003 for oral health professionals to help tobacco users quit?
They can play an important role in helping tobacco users quit
What is the success rate of behavioural counselling conducted by oral health professionals in helping tobacco users quit?
70%
What is the primary role of oral health professionals in comprehensive tobacco control efforts?
To serve as role models for patients
What model is used to help patients prepare to quit smoking?
The 5As model
What model is used to increase motivation to quit smoking?
The 5Rs model
What should oral health professionals routinely do to help all tobacco users in primary care?
Use the 5As model to help patients prepare to quit
What should oral health professionals not recommend for tobacco users trying to quit?
$100 gift cards for purchasing tobacco products
Why do oral health professionals have opportunities to influence individuals to quit or never begin using tobacco?
$Because they typically have access to children, young people, and their caregivers
What is the success rate of behavioural counselling conducted by oral health professionals in helping tobacco users quit?
70%
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) World No Tobacco Day 2005 campaign, which group has the greatest potential to promote the reduction of tobacco use?
Health professionals
What should oral health professionals not recommend for tobacco users trying to quit?
Continued tobacco use
What model is used to help patients prepare to quit smoking?
5As model
What is an ethical, moral, and practical reason outlined in the WHO World Oral Health Report 2003 for oral health professionals to help tobacco users quit?
Access to children and young people
What is the main focus of FDI as mentioned in the text?
Advancing the science and practice of dentistry
How many national dental associations (NDAs) is FDI involved with?
Around 200
What is the primary role of oral health professionals in comprehensive tobacco control efforts?
Persuading individuals to quit or never begin using tobacco
What is FDI committed to representing the interests of member NDAs globally for?
Raising awareness on oral health
According to the text, what does FDI strive to achieve?
Leading the world to optimal oral health
Learn about tobacco cessation guidance for oral health professionals and how they can contribute to optimal oral health. This quiz provides valuable information for dentists and oral health practitioners on supporting patients in quitting tobacco use.
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