DAS110 Chs 1, 2 & 3 History, Professional DA, Dental Team

Question 1

The first established role of the dental hygienist was to

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provide preventative care.

Question 2

Which dental specialist diagnoses and treats diseases of the pulp?

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endodontist

Question 3

Who was one of the first dentists to travel throughout the colonies?

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Robert Woffendale

Question 4

What does the Hippocratic Oath promise?

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To act ethically

Question 5

What is the term used when one chairside assistant works primarily with the dentist?

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four-handed dentistry

Question 6

What do the letters in TEAM stand for?

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Together Everyone Accomplishes More

Question 7

Professionalism is what distinguishes people who only “pursue a job” from those who:

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“pursue a career.”

Question 8

A dental laboratory technician

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works by prescription of the dentist

Question 9

A qualified clinical assistant can work in all of the following ways EXCEPT

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as a substitute for a dental hygienist

Question 10

The contribution Wilhelm C. Roentgen made to dentistry was

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the discovery of x-rays as a diagnostic tool.

Question 11

The procedures a dental assistant can perform are determined by

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Dental state practice act

Question 12

The types of duties of an expanded function dental assistant include

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fabricating temporary crowns and bridges

Question 13

Dental specialty that develops policies at county, state, & national levels

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dental public health

Question 14

An EFDA is an

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expanded-functions dental assistant

Question 15

The specialty concerned with the restoration and replacement of missing teeth is

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prosthodontics

Question 16

Who is the first woman to graduate from a U.S. dental school?

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Lucy B. Hobbs

Question 17

A professional dental assistant should work responsibly and take initiative.

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True

Question 18

Who is the Father of Modern Dentistry?

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Pierre Fauchard

Question 19

How long has dental disease existed?

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since mankind began

Question 20

The principle of extension for prevention includes

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margins of filling extended to enable easier tooth cleaning.

Question 21

Orthodontics is the dental specialty that deals with

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prevention of malocclusion of teeth and oral structure

Question 22

Who is referred to as the Father of Medicine?

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Hippocrates

Question 23

Where is the National Museum of Dentisty located?

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Baltimore

Question 24

Which of the following members of the dental team is focused on tasks such as payroll?

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business assistant

Question 25

The meaning of the word team in teamwork includes

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accomplishing more together.

Question 26

The specialty concerned with the nature of diseases affecting the oral structures is

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oral pathology

Question 27

The first school of dentistry to accept African American students was

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Harvard.

Question 28

Inhalation anesthesia is

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both a and c

Question 29

The only role of the chairside dental assistant is working directly with dentist in operatory.

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False

Question 30

An assistant can become certified by successfully passing an examination administered by the

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DANB

Question 31

Deborah Greenspan is best known for her work with

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Both a and b

Question 32

Which artist first distinguished the difference between molars and premolars?

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 33

The Hippocratic Oath established that the practitioner must

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practice at a high level of confidentiality.

Question 34

An important personal quality of a dental assistant is

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all of the above

Question 35

Guidelines for a professional appearance of a dental assistant include

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following good oral personal hygiene practices.

Question 36

When does the dentist usually refer a patient?

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when it is a more difficult case

Question 37

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) ensures

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patient privacy

Question 38

The American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA) is

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both b and c

Question 39

All of the following are part of the dental health team EXCEPT the

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patient

Question 40

What contributions did Pierre Fauchard make to advance the science of dentistry?

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He dispelled the myths regarding tooth decay.

Question 41

The specialty concerned with diseases of the supporting and surrounding tissues of the teeth is

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periodontics

Question 42

The certified dental assistant (CDA) credential is awarded by the

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DANB

Question 43

Dental assistant serves as an extra pair of hands where needed

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circulating assistant

Question 44

Which of the following are in the DANB examination?

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radiology, infection control, general chairside

Question 45

Who is referred to as the Father of Modern Surgery?

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Ambroise Pare

Question 46

What famous colonial patriot first used forensic evidence?

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Paul Revere

Question 47

Supporting services for a dental practice would include all of the following EXCEPT

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a sterilizing service

Question 48

Performs services like crowns, bridges, & dentures, directed by a written prescription

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certified dental technician

Question 49

The initial reason for the presence of a dental assistant was

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to be present with an unchaperoned women visiting a dentist.

Question 50

What was the first dental assistant called?

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Lady in attendance

Question 51

What type of dentistry did the Romans provide?

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All of the above

Question 52

The first dental college was established in 1840 by

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Hayden and Harris

Question 53

Dental specialty concerned with promoting dental health through organized community efforts is

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dental public health

Question 54

Who approves many of the dental professional schools?

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CODA

Question 55

Characteristics of a professional dental assistant include

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All of the above

Question 56

The minimal education required for dental hygiene licensure is

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2 years in an accredited hygiene program

Question 57

Who is credited with establishing the science of forensic dentistry?

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Paul Revere

Question 58

The earliest known dentist was from

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Egypt (Hesi-re).

DAS110 Chs 1, 2 & 3 History, Professional DA, Dental Team

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