Question 1

Which of the following is NOT within the scope of practice of a dental hygienist?

Accepted Answer

A)  Removing biofilm plaque and calculus from teeth both coronal and apical to the gingival margin using dental instruments 
B)  Applying caries-preventive agents such as fluorides 
C)  Placing a resin restoration in a tooth prepped by the dentist 
D)  Exposing,processing,and interpreting dental radiographs 
A)  Removing biofilm plaque and calculus from teeth both coronal and apical to the gingival margin using dental instruments 
B)  Applying caries-preventive agents such as fluorides 
C)  Placing a resin restoration in a tooth prepped by the dentist 
D)  Exposing,processing,and interpreting dental radiographs

Question 2

Which professional role would a dental hygienist represent in marketing oral health products?

Accepted Answer

A)  Corporate 
B)  Public health 
C)  Clinician 
D)  Researcher 
A)  Corporate 
B)  Public health 
C)  Clinician 
D)  Researcher

Question 3

The Accreditation Standards for Dental Hygiene Education Programs state: The full-time faculty of a dental hygiene program must possess a master's or higher degree.Part-time faculty providing didactic instruction must have earned at least a baccalaureate degree or be currently enrolled in a baccalaureate degree program.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and reason are correct but NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
D)  The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct. 
E)  NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct. 
A)  Both the statement and reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and reason are correct but NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
D)  The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct. 
E)  NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.

Question 4

The American Dental Hygienists' Association published the Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice to provide an evidence-based framework for dental hygiene practice.The document includes five standards which follow the dental hygiene process of care: assessment,diagnosis,planning,implementation,and evaluation.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and reason are correct but NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
D)  The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct. 
E)  NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct. 
A)  Both the statement and reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and reason are correct but NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
D)  The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct. 
E)  NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.

Exam 1: Dental Hygiene As a Profession

Which of the following is NOT within the scope of practice of a dental hygienist?

Which professional role would a dental hygienist represent in marketing oral health products?

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Communication Skills

Health Education and Promotion

Immunology and the Oral Systemic Link

Evidence-Based Care

Exposure and Infection Control

Comprehensive Medical and Oral Health History

Assessment Instruments

Extraoral and Intraoral Examination

The Periodontal Examination

Hard Tissue Examination

Biofilm,calculus,and Stain

Indices

Radiology

Dietary Assessment and Nutritional Counseling

Risk Assessment

Dental Hygiene Diagnosis,treatment Plan,documentation,and Case Presentation

Devices

Dentifrices and Mouthrinses

Cariology and Caries Management

Sealants

Prostheses and Appliances,therapeutic Treatment

Ergonomics

Power Scaling

Instrumentation Principles and Techniques

Nonsurgical and Surgical Periodontal Therapy

Management of Dentin Hypersensitivity

Polishing

Esthetics

Dental Fear and Anxiety Management

Nitrous Oxideoxygen Sedation

Local Anesthesia

Evaluation

Maintenance

Introduction to Special Needs

Cardiovascular Disease

Respiratory

Sensory Disability: Vision and Hearing Impairment

Mental Health

Neurological Impairments

Endocrine System

Immune System

Hematological Considerations

Cancer

Pediatric Patient

Mens and Womens Health Issues

The Elderly

Physical Impairment

Alternative Practice Settings

Dental and Medical Emergencies

Practice Management

Career Development

Lifelong Learning

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