Question 1

What should be in the first paragraph in a cover letter?

Accepted Answer

A) Why you believe that you deserve the position 
B) An introduction, a statement of how you found out about the position, and your interest in applying for the position 
C) An invitation for the dentist to contact you 
D) Letting an employer know that you are available for an interview at your convenience 
A) Why you believe that you deserve the position 
B) An introduction, a statement of how you found out about the position, and your interest in applying for the position 
C) An invitation for the dentist to contact you 
D) Letting an employer know that you are available for an interview at your convenience B

Question 2

What is the purpose of an employment interview?

Accepted Answer

A) To determine whether you are the right employee for the position 
B) To gather information to help you determine whether you would be happy working in that position 
C) To allows staff members to meet you to see if you would fit in 
D) Both a and b 
A) To determine whether you are the right employee for the position 
B) To gather information to help you determine whether you would be happy working in that position 
C) To allows staff members to meet you to see if you would fit in 
D) Both a and b D

Question 3

How should a candidate appear for a job interview?

Accepted Answer

A) As though it does not make a difference in getting the job 
B) Neat and conservative 
C) Reflect that you are well organized and competent 
D) Both b and c 
A) As though it does not make a difference in getting the job 
B) Neat and conservative 
C) Reflect that you are well organized and competent 
D) Both b and c D

Question 4

Which statement is correct about salary negotiations?

Accepted Answer

A) They are really the only factors to be considered when you are accepting a job. 
B) Keep any ideas about salary expectations to yourself. 
C) Realize the importance of the total dollar value when benefits are added to salary. 
D) Focus on the dollars and not the hours you will be working or the working conditions. 
A) They are really the only factors to be considered when you are accepting a job. 
B) Keep any ideas about salary expectations to yourself. 
C) Realize the importance of the total dollar value when benefits are added to salary. 
D) Focus on the dollars and not the hours you will be working or the working conditions.

Question 5

What is the term for a profession or occupation that requires specific education or training?

Accepted Answer

A) Career 
B) Employment 
C) Job 
D) Work 
A) Career 
B) Employment 
C) Job 
D) Work

Question 6

A follow-up letter should be sent to the interviewer within _____ after the interview.

Accepted Answer

A) 1 hour 
B) 48 hours 
C) 1 week 
D) 6 to 10 days 
A) 1 hour 
B) 48 hours 
C) 1 week 
D) 6 to 10 days

Question 7

Which of the following is an action that requires significant difficulty or expense when factors such as an employer's size,financial resources,and the nature and structure of the operation?

Accepted Answer

A) An act of the Americans with Disabilities Act (AD
A)  
B) Title 1 act 
C) Illegal 
D) Undue hardship 
A) An act of the Americans with Disabilities Act (AD
A)  
B) Title 1 act 
C) Illegal 
D) Undue hardship

Question 8

What are the benefits of being employed in a larger group dental practice?

Accepted Answer

A) Opportunities to show off your skills 
B) Opportunities for advancement 
C) Opportunities to socialize with auxiliaries 
D) All of the above 
A) Opportunities to show off your skills 
B) Opportunities for advancement 
C) Opportunities to socialize with auxiliaries 
D) All of the above

Question 9

A career opportunity for a dental assistant in _____ would involve collecting data and reporting statistics on specific public health issues and services such as fluoridation,the incidence of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS),and care for specific population groups,such as older adults,Native Americans,or migrant workers.

Accepted Answer

A) a hospital doing research 
B) an insurance company 
C) dental schools 
D) public health and government programs 
A) a hospital doing research 
B) an insurance company 
C) dental schools 
D) public health and government programs

Question 10

Which of the following describes Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Accepted Answer

A) It is legal for a dentist to terminate a staff member if he becomes disabled. 
B) It requires that the dentist make reasonable accommodations for a staff member if he should become disabled while employed. 
C) It applies only to dental practices with at least four people. 
D) It was passed in 1995. 
A) It is legal for a dentist to terminate a staff member if he becomes disabled. 
B) It requires that the dentist make reasonable accommodations for a staff member if he should become disabled while employed. 
C) It applies only to dental practices with at least four people. 
D) It was passed in 1995.

Question 11

What sources could a dental assistant use to seek employment?

Accepted Answer

A) Internet 
B) Professional organizations 
C) Temporary employment agencies 
D) All of the above 
A) Internet 
B) Professional organizations 
C) Temporary employment agencies 
D) All of the above

Question 12

Which of the following is included in a dental assistant's professional responsibilities?

Accepted Answer

A) Maintain professional ethical standards with most patients. 
B) Maintain professional credentials that they choose to register with the state dental association. 
C) Realize that feedback and criticism are occasionally necessary, and you should be able to respond to these in a constructive manner. 
D) Conduct annual performance reviews of fellow employees. 
A) Maintain professional ethical standards with most patients. 
B) Maintain professional credentials that they choose to register with the state dental association. 
C) Realize that feedback and criticism are occasionally necessary, and you should be able to respond to these in a constructive manner. 
D) Conduct annual performance reviews of fellow employees.

Question 13

Who is responsible for your professional development?

Accepted Answer

A) Your parents 
B) Your teachers 
C) Yourself 
D) Your employer 
A) Your parents 
B) Your teachers 
C) Yourself 
D) Your employer

Question 14

What should be included in a resume?

Accepted Answer

A) Evidence to convince the employer to hire you without needing an interview 
B) A list of your work experiences in order, beginning with the oldest and working up to the most recent 
C) A list of your educational background 
D) Personal data such as hobbies and interests 
A) Evidence to convince the employer to hire you without needing an interview 
B) A list of your work experiences in order, beginning with the oldest and working up to the most recent 
C) A list of your educational background 
D) Personal data such as hobbies and interests

Question 15

When hiring,what includes a job description,work schedule,and compensation?

Accepted Answer

A) Contract 
B) Employment agreement 
C) Letter of intent 
D) Job summary 
A) Contract 
B) Employment agreement 
C) Letter of intent 
D) Job summary

Question 16

A dental assistant is responsible for complying with all local,state,and federal laws and regulations governing the practice of dentistry where he or she is employed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

How should the dental assistant dress for an interview?

Accepted Answer

A) Wear a "scrubs" type uniform, since that is what is usually worn in the dental office. 
B) Keep make-up and jewelry to a minimum. 
C) Dress in conservative business attire, such as a dress pants and a blouse. 
D) Both b and c are correct. 
A) Wear a "scrubs" type uniform, since that is what is usually worn in the dental office. 
B) Keep make-up and jewelry to a minimum. 
C) Dress in conservative business attire, such as a dress pants and a blouse. 
D) Both b and c are correct.

Question 18

Most employers routinely consider the first _____ days as provisional employment,during which either party may terminate the relationship without notice.

Accepted Answer

A) 30 
B) 60 
C) 90 
D) 120 
A) 30 
B) 60 
C) 90 
D) 120

Question 19

Which type of dental assistant helps dental practices enhance employee satisfaction and improve communication skills?

Accepted Answer

A) A hospital 
B) Management consulting 
C) Teaching 
D) Dental schools 
A) A hospital 
B) Management consulting 
C) Teaching 
D) Dental schools

Question 20

Why is a follow-up letter sent after an interview?

Accepted Answer

A) To inquire about why you did not get the position 
B) To thank the interviewer for hiring you 
C) To reaffirm your interest in the position 
D) To request status if it has been more than 2 weeks after the interview 
A) To inquire about why you did not get the position 
B) To thank the interviewer for hiring you 
C) To reaffirm your interest in the position 
D) To request status if it has been more than 2 weeks after the interview

Exam 64: Marketing Your Skills

What should be in the first paragraph in a cover letter?

What is the purpose of an employment interview?

How should a candidate appear for a job interview?

Which statement is correct about salary negotiations?

What is the term for a profession or occupation that requires specific education or training?

A follow-up letter should be sent to the interviewer within _____ after the interview.

Which of the following is an action that requires significant difficulty or expense when factors such as an employer's size,financial resources,and the nature and structure of the operation?

What are the benefits of being employed in a larger group dental practice?

Which of the following describes Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act?

What sources could a dental assistant use to seek employment?

Which of the following is included in a dental assistant's professional responsibilities?

Who is responsible for your professional development?

What should be included in a resume?

When hiring,what includes a job description,work schedule,and compensation?

A dental assistant is responsible for complying with all local,state,and federal laws and regulations governing the practice of dentistry where he or she is employed.

How should the dental assistant dress for an interview?

Most employers routinely consider the first _____ days as provisional employment,during which either party may terminate the relationship without notice.

Which type of dental assistant helps dental practices enhance employee satisfaction and improve communication skills?

Why is a follow-up letter sent after an interview?

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

Legal Issues, Quality Assurance, and Infection Prevention

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