Question 1

Striving to utilize all protocols to prevent injury from occurring is which category of prevention and management of injury?

Accepted Answer

A)  Primary prevention 
B)  Secondary prevention 
C)  Tertiary prevention 
D)  Risk reduction protocol 
A)  Primary prevention 
B)  Secondary prevention 
C)  Tertiary prevention 
D)  Risk reduction protocol A

Question 2

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,which of the following conditions constitute occupational exposures in dentistry?

Accepted Answer

A)  Contact of mucous membrane with body fluids that are potentially infectious 
B)  A percutaneous injury 
C)  When skin that is chapped, abraded, or affected by dermatitis is exposed to blood or saliva 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Contact of mucous membrane with body fluids that are potentially infectious 
B)  A percutaneous injury 
C)  When skin that is chapped, abraded, or affected by dermatitis is exposed to blood or saliva 
D)  All of the above D

Question 3

For a percutaneous injury,details of the incident report should include the depth of the wound,the gauge of the needle,and whether fluid was injected.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

How long does the qualified health care provider have to provide the employer with a written report?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 days 
B)  15 days 
C)  1 month 
D)  As long as necessary 
A)  10 days 
B)  15 days 
C)  1 month 
D)  As long as necessary

Question 5

What guides the conduct of the health care professionals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ethical principles 
B)  State laws 
C)  National laws 
D)  Knowledge 
A)  Ethical principles 
B)  State laws 
C)  National laws 
D)  Knowledge

Question 6

Due to the high standards of the dental hygiene curriculum,the licensed dental hygienist is prepared for any experience within the dental office.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A dental hygienist may be charged with malpractice if he/she induces harm to the patient or if a breach of duty exists.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Always be sure to administer the appropriate volume of anesthetic for the area that can reasonably be completed during one appointment.On completion of one quadrant of nonsurgical periodontal treatment,the clinician can administer more anesthetic,even if the MRD has been reached.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second statement is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second statement is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second statement is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second statement is true.

Question 9

The dental hygienist should report only gross negligence by a health care provider to the responsible authorities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What should the clinician do if the patient decides not to accept the offered dental treatment?

Accepted Answer

A)  Explain the risks associated with no treatment. 
B)  Offer an alternative but less expensive treatment. 
C)  Refer the patient to another dental office. 
D)  Say "okay" and proceed with the rest of the dental appointment. 
A)  Explain the risks associated with no treatment. 
B)  Offer an alternative but less expensive treatment. 
C)  Refer the patient to another dental office. 
D)  Say "okay" and proceed with the rest of the dental appointment.

Question 11

Any dental history regarding a patient's psychological state as related to injections or nervousness is subjective and should not be included in dental notes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What does the statement "A dental hygienist must meet the standard of care set by other practitioners with similar training" mean?

Accepted Answer

A)  The dental hygienist must pass a written and clinical board. 
B)  The dental hygienist is expected to gain knowledge and skills throughout her career. 
C)  The dental hygienist only has to be as good as the least-educated person on staff. 
D)  Dental hygienists with an associate's degree are not expected to be as knowledgeable as dental hygienists with a bachelor's degree. 
A)  The dental hygienist must pass a written and clinical board. 
B)  The dental hygienist is expected to gain knowledge and skills throughout her career. 
C)  The dental hygienist only has to be as good as the least-educated person on staff. 
D)  Dental hygienists with an associate's degree are not expected to be as knowledgeable as dental hygienists with a bachelor's degree.

Question 13

Any refusal of treatment by the patient and a brief statement documenting the discussion of risks associated with refusal of treatment should be documented in the patient record.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Due to the scope of practice for dentist,they are more at risk for litigation.Risk management identifies methods to negotiate the risk of legal actions associated with the delivery of oral care.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second statement is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second statement is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second statement is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second statement is true.

Question 15

Which of the following is true regarding the best practice in obtaining informed consent?

Accepted Answer

A)  Clearly present only the benefits associated with the procedure. 
B)  Ultimately, it is the patient's decision whether to accept a procedure or not. 
C)  Presenting the risks of the procedure could possibly scare the patient into choosing not to have the procedure performed. 
D)  Tweens and teenagers are capable of granting their own informed consent for treatment. 
A)  Clearly present only the benefits associated with the procedure. 
B)  Ultimately, it is the patient's decision whether to accept a procedure or not. 
C)  Presenting the risks of the procedure could possibly scare the patient into choosing not to have the procedure performed. 
D)  Tweens and teenagers are capable of granting their own informed consent for treatment.

Question 16

Whatever the situation may be,malpractice may be determined if the contractual obligations are not met by the dental hygienist.A dental hygienist may commit a negligent act during the administration of local anesthetics by causing paresthesia.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second statement is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second statement is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second statement is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second statement is true.

Question 17

Postexposure management's goal is to contain the injury to reduce the possibility of disease transmission.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The dental hygienist must follow the most current postexposure guidelines set by OSHA.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What is contact of the mucous membrane with blood,saliva,tissue,or other body fluids that are potentially infectious called?

Accepted Answer

A)  Occupational exposure 
B)  Occupational hazard 
C)  Primary prevention 
D)  Tertiary prevention 
A)  Occupational exposure 
B)  Occupational hazard 
C)  Primary prevention 
D)  Tertiary prevention

Question 20

What must the qualified health care professional consider when assessing the need for follow-up of occupational exposures?

Accepted Answer

A)  Susceptibility of exposed person 
B)  Infectious status of source 
C)  Amount of fluid/tissue involved in the exposure 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Susceptibility of exposed person 
B)  Infectious status of source 
C)  Amount of fluid/tissue involved in the exposure 
D)  All of the above

Striving to utilize all protocols to prevent injury from occurring is which category of prevention and management of injury?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,which of the following conditions constitute occupational exposures in dentistry?

For a percutaneous injury,details of the incident report should include the depth of the wound,the gauge of the needle,and whether fluid was injected.

How long does the qualified health care provider have to provide the employer with a written report?

What guides the conduct of the health care professionals?

Due to the high standards of the dental hygiene curriculum,the licensed dental hygienist is prepared for any experience within the dental office.

A dental hygienist may be charged with malpractice if he/she induces harm to the patient or if a breach of duty exists.

Always be sure to administer the appropriate volume of anesthetic for the area that can reasonably be completed during one appointment.On completion of one quadrant of nonsurgical periodontal treatment,the clinician can administer more anesthetic,even if the MRD has been reached.

The dental hygienist should report only gross negligence by a health care provider to the responsible authorities.

What should the clinician do if the patient decides not to accept the offered dental treatment?

Any dental history regarding a patient's psychological state as related to injections or nervousness is subjective and should not be included in dental notes.

What does the statement "A dental hygienist must meet the standard of care set by other practitioners with similar training" mean?

Any refusal of treatment by the patient and a brief statement documenting the discussion of risks associated with refusal of treatment should be documented in the patient record.

Due to the scope of practice for dentist,they are more at risk for litigation.Risk management identifies methods to negotiate the risk of legal actions associated with the delivery of oral care.

Which of the following is true regarding the best practice in obtaining informed consent?

Whatever the situation may be,malpractice may be determined if the contractual obligations are not met by the dental hygienist.A dental hygienist may commit a negligent act during the administration of local anesthetics by causing paresthesia.

Postexposure management's goal is to contain the injury to reduce the possibility of disease transmission.

The dental hygienist must follow the most current postexposure guidelines set by OSHA.

What is contact of the mucous membrane with blood,saliva,tissue,or other body fluids that are potentially infectious called?

What must the qualified health care professional consider when assessing the need for follow-up of occupational exposures?

Local Anesthesia in Dental Hygiene Practice: an Introduction

Neurophysiology

Pharmacology of Local Anesthetic Agents

Pharmacology of Vasoconstrictors

Local Anesthetic Agents

Topical Anesthetic Agents

Preanesthetic Assessment

Determining Drug Doses

Armamentariumsyringe Preparation

Anatomic Considerations for the Administration of Local Anesthesia

Basic Injection Techniques

Maxillary Nerve Anesthesia

Mandibular Nerve Anesthesia

Local Anesthetic Complications

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Exam 15: Legal Considerations and Risk Management

Striving to utilize all protocols to prevent injury from occurring is which category of prevention and management of injury?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,which of the following conditions constitute occupational exposures in dentistry?

For a percutaneous injury,details of the incident report should include the depth of the wound,the gauge of the needle,and whether fluid was injected.

How long does the qualified health care provider have to provide the employer with a written report?

What guides the conduct of the health care professionals?

Due to the high standards of the dental hygiene curriculum,the licensed dental hygienist is prepared for any experience within the dental office.

A dental hygienist may be charged with malpractice if he/she induces harm to the patient or if a breach of duty exists.

Always be sure to administer the appropriate volume of anesthetic for the area that can reasonably be completed during one appointment.On completion of one quadrant of nonsurgical periodontal treatment,the clinician can administer more anesthetic,even if the MRD has been reached.

The dental hygienist should report only gross negligence by a health care provider to the responsible authorities.

What should the clinician do if the patient decides not to accept the offered dental treatment?

Any dental history regarding a patient's psychological state as related to injections or nervousness is subjective and should not be included in dental notes.

What does the statement "A dental hygienist must meet the standard of care set by other practitioners with similar training" mean?

Any refusal of treatment by the patient and a brief statement documenting the discussion of risks associated with refusal of treatment should be documented in the patient record.

Due to the scope of practice for dentist,they are more at risk for litigation.Risk management identifies methods to negotiate the risk of legal actions associated with the delivery of oral care.

Which of the following is true regarding the best practice in obtaining informed consent?

Whatever the situation may be,malpractice may be determined if the contractual obligations are not met by the dental hygienist.A dental hygienist may commit a negligent act during the administration of local anesthetics by causing paresthesia.

Postexposure management's goal is to contain the injury to reduce the possibility of disease transmission.

The dental hygienist must follow the most current postexposure guidelines set by OSHA.

What is contact of the mucous membrane with blood,saliva,tissue,or other body fluids that are potentially infectious called?

What must the qualified health care professional consider when assessing the need for follow-up of occupational exposures?

Local Anesthesia in Dental Hygiene Practice: an Introduction

Neurophysiology

Pharmacology of Local Anesthetic Agents

Pharmacology of Vasoconstrictors

Local Anesthetic Agents

Topical Anesthetic Agents

Preanesthetic Assessment

Determining Drug Doses

Armamentariumsyringe Preparation

Anatomic Considerations for the Administration of Local Anesthesia

Basic Injection Techniques

Maxillary Nerve Anesthesia

Mandibular Nerve Anesthesia

Local Anesthetic Complications

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