Question 1

What percentage of child abuse injuries involve the head, neck, or mouth?

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A)   25
B)   45
C)   65
D)   85E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 2

If a dental assistant performs a procedure that is not legal, the assistant is in violation of ______ law.

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Question 3

Implied consent is:

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A)   the most reliable form of consent
B)   given when a patient enters a dental office
C)   adequate when the parent or guardian of a minor is not present
D)   documented in the patient record, with the signature of a witnessE) A) and B)
F) B) and C) B

Question 4

________ consent is the preferred means of obtaining and documenting the patient's consent and understanding of the procedure.

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Question 5

What does the acronym TEAM stand for?

Accepted Answer

Together, ...

Question 6

_____ is an attitude that is apparent in everything you do and say, inside and outside of the dental office.

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Question 7

Breach of contract occurs when:

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A)   a contract is drawn up for an illegal service
B)   a mentally incompetent individual signs a contract
C)   no form of payment is exchanged
D)   either party fails to meet contractual obligationsE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 8

A minimum level of conduct is achieved by __________.

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Question 9

A license to practice dentistry is issued by the:

Accepted Answer

A)   American Dental Association (AD
A)  
B)   state dental association
C)   state board of dentistry
D)   school from which the dentist graduatedE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 10

________ refers to statements made spontaneously by anyone at the time of an alleged negligent act.

Accepted Answer

Res gestae

Question 11

Which entity interprets and enforces state dental practice act regulations?

Accepted Answer

A)   State dental association
B)   State governor
C)   State legislature
D)   State board of dentistryE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 12

Which is the primary factor in avoiding legal entanglements with patients?

Accepted Answer

A)   Maintain accurate and complete records.
B)   Foster good rapport and open communication.
C)   Uphold the highest standards of clinical excellence.
D)   Obtain informed consent.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 13

Each exemplifies professional appearance EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)   Fit physique
B)   Light work-friendly cologne
C)   Clean short fingernails
D)   Simple makeupE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Which is NOT included in the dental chart?

Accepted Answer

A)   Financial information
B)   Consent forms
C)   Patient correspondence
D)   RadiographsE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

The purpose of a state dental practice act is to provide:

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A)   principles of ethics and a code of professional conduct
B)   contact information for professional dental organizations and government agencies
C)   laws to protect the public from incompetent dental healthcare providers
D)   protection for dentists from lawsuitsE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 16

Which organization issues the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)  credential?

Accepted Answer

A)   American Dental Association (AD
A)  
B)   American Dental Assistants Association (ADA
A)  
C)   Dental Assisting National Board (DAN
B)  
D)   Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSH
A)  E) A) and D)
F) None of the above C

Question 17

Which characterizes general supervision?

Accepted Answer

A)   The dentist conducts preprocedural and postprocedural examinations.
B)   Authorized, delegated procedures are executed by qualified staff on a patient of record.
C)   Delegated procedures are performed in the presence of the dentist.
D)   The dentist guides expanded-function procedures not delegated in the state dental practice act.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 18

Which agency issues the certified dental assistant (CDA)  credential?

Accepted Answer

A)   State dental board
B)   Dental Assisting National Board (DAN
B)  
C)   American Dental Association (AD
A)  
D)   American Dental Assistants Association (ADA
A)  E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 19

The primary intent in reporting suspected child abuse is to:

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A)   protect the child
B)   help the parents
C)   exact justice
D)   comply with the lawE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 20

In some states, dental assistants are ________ reporters and must report suspected child abuse if they observe signs of abuse or if they have reasonable suspicion of abuse.

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Exam 2: Professional and Legal Aspects of Dental Assisting

What percentage of child abuse injuries involve the head, neck, or mouth?

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If a dental assistant performs a procedure that is not legal, the assistant is in violation of ______ law.

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Implied consent is:

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________ consent is the preferred means of obtaining and documenting the patient's consent and understanding of the procedure.

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What does the acronym TEAM stand for?

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_____ is an attitude that is apparent in everything you do and say, inside and outside of the dental office.

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Breach of contract occurs when:

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A minimum level of conduct is achieved by __________.

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A license to practice dentistry is issued by the:

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________ refers to statements made spontaneously by anyone at the time of an alleged negligent act.

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Which entity interprets and enforces state dental practice act regulations?

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Which is the primary factor in avoiding legal entanglements with patients?

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Each exemplifies professional appearance EXCEPT one. Which is the EXCEPTION?

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Which is NOT included in the dental chart?

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The purpose of a state dental practice act is to provide:

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Which organization issues the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential?

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Which characterizes general supervision?

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Which agency issues the certified dental assistant (CDA) credential?

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The primary intent in reporting suspected child abuse is to:

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In some states, dental assistants are ________ reporters and must report suspected child abuse if they observe signs of abuse or if they have reasonable suspicion of abuse.

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