DA Course Homework

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8 Hour Infection Control

Welcome to your 8 Hour Infection Control Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

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Handwashing is not necessary when taking intra-oral dental radiographs because gloves are always worn.

The guidelines for infection control standard are set by:

Steam sterilization under pressure can be achieved with:

The average risk of HIV infection after a needle stick exposure to HIV-infected blood is:

Universal precautions are strategies used to _____________ the risk of transmission of pathogens in the health-care setting.

Dental unit waterlines will be flushed for how long between patients?

Disinfecting agents for environmental surfaces should:

Semi-critical instruments:

The letters CDC stand for:

Handwashing technique includes the use of:

The greatest risk of infection from a needle stick is from:

Face shields may be worn:

Gloves must be worn when there is the potential for contacting:

Which of the following is not considered personal protective equipment?

Clean and disinfect all dental impressions immediately after removal from the patient’s mouth.

When should face masks be changed?

Instruments should be packaged before sterilization to:

Proper spore testing verification can be accomplished by:

What must be right after exposure?

When using universal precautions, _____________ infection control procedures are used for all patients.

Which of the following statements is true?

What is the most important means of preventing disease transmission?

All patients must be treated equally regardless of physical condition. A patient with a communicable disease is treated with more caution.

When recapping an anesthetic needle, it is BEST to:

Dental personnel are potentially exposed to:

Counter tops and unit surfaces should be cleaned using 2×2 or 4×4 soaked in disinfectant and decontaminant cleaner, wipe all counter tops using “spray, wipe, spray technique” , never allow the gauze to go back over a previously cleared area.

What is the water temperature that should be used when washing hands?

California Dental Practice Act

Welcome to your California Dental Practice Act Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

Audio - California Practice Act
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Which of the following are unlicensed DA duties?

A dental material fact sheet must be provided to every new patient and to patients of record prior to the performance of restorative dental treatment.

The Dental Board of California requires Dental Assistants to obtain a license prior to working in a dental office.

Special permits are required for the administration of general anesthesia or conscious sedation.

The registered dental hygienist in California can administer local anesthetic with permit.

If a license has been expired for more than 5 years it is automatically cancelled and cannot be renewed.

Which of the following is considered child abuse?

All licenses must be renewed every _______ year(s) or they will expire.

Which of the following are mandated reporters?

Which of the following is not a permissible function of an RDA?

An additional permit is required for an RDA to perform orthodontic functions.

The Dental Board has the authority to create new regulations relating to the practice of dentistry.

Direct supervision by the dentist means:

General supervision means that the dentist orders the auxiliary to perform certain functions that they are licensed to do. The dentist does not need to be physically present in the facility at the time of the function.

The Board may revoke a dental professional’s license if they are found to be abusing drugs or alcohol.

Coronal Polish

Welcome to your Coronal Polish Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

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All new patients should fill out a health history:

If a patient has HIV, Hepatitis, and/or Herpes:

Coronal polishing is a task designated by the California Dental Practice Act to the:

Plaque needs to be removed from the tooth surface every:

Polishing agents produce:

Orange line stain:

Pressure helps control the rate of abrasion, firmer pressure results in:

As food is moved across the occlusal surfaces of the teeth:

Place the pad of the _________ finger on a stable tooth surface.

Green stain is usually associated with:

This stain cannot be removed by polishing:

Disclosing agents are generally made from the same dye used in food coloring:

Never use Iodine solution on a ________________ patient.

Which types of polishing agent is used on a denture?

Dilantin is a drug that may cause gingival hyperplasia (tissue overgrowth) and is associated with:

This type of stain is associated primarily with plaque formation and poor oral hygiene.

This is the best method to use when holding a handpiece to accomplish this grasp

Tetracycline stain color may range from:

Which of the following is not an extrinsic stain?

It is best to establish a fulcrum:

Radiation Safety - X-Ray

Welcome to your Radiation Safety – X-Ray Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

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A child requires___________________ when taking x-rays?

PID stands for

Which film is considered the best for caries detection by the dentist?

Chemical that works on the crystal to produce the image on the film.

The best film sizes to use on a child are

Which protects the surrounding tissue from unnecessary exposure by absorbing the x-ray?

When an excessive vertical angle is used when taking x-rays the resulting image will be

Within the x-ray tube there are two electrodes, the positive electrode is the________

The ________ setting regulates the speed and penetrating power of the x-ray

Avoid exposing pregnant women in their first trimester. Avoid retaking more than 3 radiographs on any patient when doing a full FMX.

Scattered radiation can be controlled by?

When taking dental radiographs, the area with potential to cause most cross contamination is?

The most sensitive cells to X-rays are those that are more specialized and reproduced more quickly are?

___________ is an invisible high energy wave that can penetrate solid objects.

What is commonly used to assist in taking good dental x-rays?

Processing utilizing an automatic film processing system is a faster more effective method of film processing?

What is considered an extra-oral x-ray?

When exposing and processing radiographs, it is essential as with any dental treatment that infection control procedures are carefully followed.

One of the signs of over exposure to radiation is

This concept endorses the use of the lowest possible exposure to the patient and operator to x-ray exposure

This small film is worn whenever you are in the office and measures any radiation that you might receive as an operator or when performing other office tasks.

During the processing technique, the chemical solutions convert the latent x-ray film image into a visible one.

Who is responsible for ordering radiographs?

The______________ is rectangular lead disk that is placed over the opening of the

X-ray and light are are forms of radiation that can be directed in a specific direction.

The setting that regulates the quantity of x-ray produced during an exposure

A Collimator contains a hole that limits the size of the primary beam to no more than_______ inches in diameter at the skin of the patient.

A maxillary occlusal exposure is

Rem determines the_______________

The bitewings are usually taken as part of the FMX and is also used as a separate technique when an FMX is not indicated

AHA CPR/AED Training

Welcome to your AHA CPR/AED Training Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

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What compression-to-ventilation ratio should be used for infant 1-rescuer CPR?

What should you do if you need to use an AED on someone who is submerged in water?

A 9-year-old child suddenly collapsed. After confirming that the scene is safe, you determine that the child is in cardiac arrest, you shout for nearby help, and you activate the emergency response system by using your mobile device. You immediately begin performing high-quality CPR. A second rescuer arrives to help. What should you do next?

A 9-year-old child suddenly collapsed. After confirming that the scene is safe, you determine that the child is in cardiac arrest, you shout for nearby help, and you activate the emergency response system by using your mobile device. You immediately begin performing high-quality CPR. The second rescuer returned with the AED. One shock was delivered, and the AED prompted you to immediately resume CPR. What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for child 2-rescuer CPR?

You witness someone suddenly collapse. The person is unresponsive, you hear agonal gasps, and there is no pulse. You call 911. What should you do next?

Defibrillation is a link in the Chain of Survival. Why is early defibrillation important to survival?

A 53-year-old woman collapses at a sporting event. She is unresponsive, so you shout for help. She is not breathing and does not have a pulse. You start CPR, and emergency responders arrive with an AED. What is the first step you should take when using the AED?

A 53-year-old woman collapses at a sporting event. She is unresponsive, so you shout for help. She is not breathing and does not have a pulse. You start CPR, and emergency responders arrive with an AED. After the AED pads are attached to the patient, the AED detects a shockable rhythm. You hear the AED prompt that a shock is advised. What should you do next?

“The team functions well when all team members know their positions, functions, and tasks during a resuscitation attempt.” Match this statement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed.

“Members of the team know their boundaries and ask for help before the resuscitation attempt worsens.” Match this statement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed.

A person with a foreign-body airway obstruction becomes unresponsive. What should you do first?

When performing high-quality CPR on an adult, what action should you ensure is being accomplished?

Which action is most likely to positively impact the survival of a person with sudden cardiac arrest?

You and another rescuer just switched roles, and you notice that your partner’s chest compression rate is inconsistent. What could you say to ensure that your partner performs high-quality CPR?

Which of the following actions represents the Recognition and Emergency Activation link in the Chain of Survival?

What special circumstance should a rescuer consider when they are using an AED?

Which person requires high-quality CPR?

What is the correct depth of chest compressions for high-quality CPR on a child?

Why is allowing complete chest recoil important when you are performing high-quality CPR?

When you are performing CPR on an unresponsive person who you know is choking, what modification should you incorporate?

An 8-month-old infant is eating and suddenly begins to cough. After a moment, the infant is unable to make any noise but is responsive. You pick up the infant and shout for help. The infant has a severe airway obstruction. What should you do next?

An 8-month-old infant is eating and suddenly begins to cough. After a moment, the infant is unable to make any noise but is responsive. You pick up the infant and shout for help. The infant becomes unresponsive. What should you do next?

A 67-year-old man is found unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse in his hospital bed. You activate the emergency response system and send someone to get the AED. You begin chest compressions, and a second rescuer prepares to give ventilations with a bag-mask device. When should you switch Compressor and Airway roles during high-quality CPR?

A 67-year-old man is found unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse in his hospital bed. You activate the emergency response system and send someone to get the AED. You begin chest compressions, and a second rescuer prepares to give ventilations with a bag-mask device. You switched roles, and you notice that the second rescuer is not allowing for complete chest recoil while giving compressions. What is your next course of action?

How can rescuers ensure that they are providing effective ventilations when using a bag-mask device?

8 Hour Infection Control (WIOA & MyCAA)

Welcome to your 8 Hour Infection Control Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

Audio - 8 Hour Infection Control
Pause

What is the most important means of preventing disease transmission?

Handwashing technique includes the use of:

The average risk of HIV infection after a needle stick exposure to HIV-infected blood is:

All patients must be treated equally regardless of physical condition. A patient with a communicable disease is treated with more caution.

Semi-critical instruments:

When using universal precautions, _____________ infection control procedures are used for all patients.

Face shields may be worn:

Proper spore testing verification can be accomplished by:

The greatest risk of infection from a needle stick is from:

Universal precautions are strategies used to _____________ the risk of transmission of pathogens in the health-care setting.

The letters CDC stand for:

When recapping an anesthetic needle, it is BEST to:

What must be right after exposure?

Handwashing is not necessary when taking intra-oral dental radiographs because gloves are always worn.

Which of the following statements is true?

When should face masks be changed?

Which of the following is not considered personal protective equipment?

Dental unit waterlines will be flushed for how long between patients?

Steam sterilization under pressure can be achieved with:

Gloves must be worn when there is the potential for contacting:

The guidelines for infection control standard are set by:

What is the water temperature that should be used when washing hands?

Clean and disinfect all dental impressions immediately after removal from the patient’s mouth.

Dental personnel are potentially exposed to:

Disinfecting agents for environmental surfaces should:

Instruments should be packaged before sterilization to:

Counter tops and unit surfaces should be cleaned using 2×2 or 4×4 soaked in disinfectant and decontaminant cleaner, wipe all counter tops using “spray, wipe, spray technique” , never allow the gauze to go back over a previously cleared area.

California Dental Practice Act (WIOA & MyCAA)

Welcome to your California Dental Practice Act Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

Audio - California Practice Act
Pause

Which of the following are unlicensed DA duties?

An additional permit is required for an RDA to perform orthodontic functions.

Which of the following are mandated reporters?

The Board may revoke a dental professional’s license if they are found to be abusing drugs or alcohol.

Which of the following is considered child abuse?

General supervision means that the dentist orders the auxiliary to perform certain functions that they are licensed to do. The dentist does not need to be physically present in the facility at the time of the function.

The registered dental hygienist in California can administer local anesthetic with permit.

A dental material fact sheet must be provided to every new patient and to patients of record prior to the performance of restorative dental treatment.

Special permits are required for the administration of general anesthesia or conscious sedation.

All licenses must be renewed every _______ year(s) or they will expire.

If a license has been expired for more than 5 years it is automatically cancelled and cannot be renewed.

Direct supervision by the dentist means:

Which of the following is not a permissible function of an RDA?

The Dental Board has the authority to create new regulations relating to the practice of dentistry.

The Dental Board of California requires Dental Assistants to obtain a license prior to working in a dental office.

Coronal Polish (WIOA & MyCAA)

Welcome to your Coronal Polish Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

Audio - Coronal Polish
Pause

As food is moved across the occlusal surfaces of the teeth:

Which of the following is not an extrinsic stain?

Orange line stain:

Green stain is usually associated with:

Which types of polishing agent is used on a denture?

Dilantin is a drug that may cause gingival hyperplasia (tissue overgrowth) and is associated with:

This stain cannot be removed by polishing:

Polishing agents produce:

Tetracycline stain color may range from:

Place the pad of the _________ finger on a stable tooth surface.

If a patient has HIV, Hepatitis, and/or Herpes:

Plaque needs to be removed from the tooth surface every:

This is the best method to use when holding a handpiece to accomplish this grasp

This type of stain is associated primarily with plaque formation and poor oral hygiene.

All new patients should fill out a health history:

Pressure helps control the rate of abrasion, firmer pressure results in:

Coronal polishing is a task designated by the California Dental Practice Act to the:

It is best to establish a fulcrum:

Disclosing agents are generally made from the same dye used in food coloring:

Never use Iodine solution on a ________________ patient.

Radiation Safety - X-Ray (WIOA & MyCAA)

Welcome to your Radiation Safety – X-Ray Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

Audio - Radiation Safety
Pause

The bitewings are usually taken as part of the FMX and is also used as a separate technique when an FMX is not indicated

Chemical that works on the crystal to produce the image on the film.

During the processing technique, the chemical solutions convert the latent x-ray film image into a visible one.

A Collimator contains a hole that limits the size of the primary beam to no more than_______ inches in diameter at the skin of the patient.

A child requires___________________ when taking x-rays?

This concept endorses the use of the lowest possible exposure to the patient and operator to x-ray exposure

When exposing and processing radiographs, it is essential as with any dental treatment that infection control procedures are carefully followed.

Who is responsible for ordering radiographs?

When an excessive vertical angle is used when taking x-rays the resulting image will be

The setting that regulates the quantity of x-ray produced during an exposure

What is considered an extra-oral x-ray?

Avoid exposing pregnant women in their first trimester. Avoid retaking more than 3 radiographs on any patient when doing a full FMX.

The most sensitive cells to X-rays are those that are more specialized and reproduced more quickly are?

Rem determines the_______________

The ________ setting regulates the speed and penetrating power of the x-ray

Within the x-ray tube there are two electrodes, the positive electrode is the________

___________ is an invisible high energy wave that can penetrate solid objects.

PID stands for

Which protects the surrounding tissue from unnecessary exposure by absorbing the x-ray?

When taking dental radiographs, the area with potential to cause most cross contamination is?

This small film is worn whenever you are in the office and measures any radiation that you might receive as an operator or when performing other office tasks.

X-ray and light are are forms of radiation that can be directed in a specific direction.

Processing utilizing an automatic film processing system is a faster more effective method of film processing?

A maxillary occlusal exposure is

What is commonly used to assist in taking good dental x-rays?

Which film is considered the best for caries detection by the dentist?

The______________ is rectangular lead disk that is placed over the opening of the

One of the signs of over exposure to radiation is

The best film sizes to use on a child are

Scattered radiation can be controlled by?

AHA CPR/AED Training (WIOA & MyCAA)

Welcome to your AHA CPR/AED Training Exam. You may read or listen to the reading material below:

Audio - CPR/Basic Life Support
Pause

What compression-to-ventilation ratio should be used for infant 1-rescuer CPR?

What should you do if you need to use an AED on someone who is submerged in water?

A 9-year-old child suddenly collapsed. After confirming that the scene is safe, you determine that the child is in cardiac arrest, you shout for nearby help, and you activate the emergency response system by using your mobile device. You immediately begin performing high-quality CPR. A second rescuer arrives to help. What should you do next?

A 9-year-old child suddenly collapsed. After confirming that the scene is safe, you determine that the child is in cardiac arrest, you shout for nearby help, and you activate the emergency response system by using your mobile device. You immediately begin performing high-quality CPR. The second rescuer returned with the AED. One shock was delivered, and the AED prompted you to immediately resume CPR. What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for child 2-rescuer CPR?

You witness someone suddenly collapse. The person is unresponsive, you hear agonal gasps, and there is no pulse. You call 911. What should you do next?

Defibrillation is a link in the Chain of Survival. Why is early defibrillation important to survival?

A 53-year-old woman collapses at a sporting event. She is unresponsive, so you shout for help. She is not breathing and does not have a pulse. You start CPR, and emergency responders arrive with an AED. What is the first step you should take when using the AED?

A 53-year-old woman collapses at a sporting event. She is unresponsive, so you shout for help. She is not breathing and does not have a pulse. You start CPR, and emergency responders arrive with an AED. After the AED pads are attached to the patient, the AED detects a shockable rhythm. You hear the AED prompt that a shock is advised. What should you do next?

“The team functions well when all team members know their positions, functions, and tasks during a resuscitation attempt.” Match this statement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed.

“Members of the team know their boundaries and ask for help before the resuscitation attempt worsens.” Match this statement with the most appropriate element of team dynamics listed.

A person with a foreign-body airway obstruction becomes unresponsive. What should you do first?

When performing high-quality CPR on an adult, what action should you ensure is being accomplished?

Which action is most likely to positively impact the survival of a person with sudden cardiac arrest?

You and another rescuer just switched roles, and you notice that your partner’s chest compression rate is inconsistent. What could you say to ensure that your partner performs high-quality CPR?

Which of the following actions represents the Recognition and Emergency Activation link in the Chain of Survival?

What special circumstance should a rescuer consider when they are using an AED?

Which person requires high-quality CPR?

What is the correct depth of chest compressions for high-quality CPR on a child?

Why is allowing complete chest recoil important when you are performing high-quality CPR?

When you are performing CPR on an unresponsive person who you know is choking, what modification should you incorporate?

An 8-month-old infant is eating and suddenly begins to cough. After a moment, the infant is unable to make any noise but is responsive. You pick up the infant and shout for help. The infant has a severe airway obstruction. What should you do next?

An 8-month-old infant is eating and suddenly begins to cough. After a moment, the infant is unable to make any noise but is responsive. You pick up the infant and shout for help. The infant becomes unresponsive. What should you do next?

A 67-year-old man is found unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse in his hospital bed. You activate the emergency response system and send someone to get the AED. You begin chest compressions, and a second rescuer prepares to give ventilations with a bag-mask device. When should you switch Compressor and Airway roles during high-quality CPR?

A 67-year-old man is found unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse in his hospital bed. You activate the emergency response system and send someone to get the AED. You begin chest compressions, and a second rescuer prepares to give ventilations with a bag-mask device. You switched roles, and you notice that the second rescuer is not allowing for complete chest recoil while giving compressions. What is your next course of action?

How can rescuers ensure that they are providing effective ventilations when using a bag-mask device?

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