NOCTI Review

A combination of letters and numbers is termed alphanumeric.

The first molars are usually impacted.

Replenisher should be added to the developing solution on a daily basis.

You should wipe the films with a paper towel after removing from the patient's mouth.

Anaphylactic shock includes administration of oxygen, antihistamines and ___________.

Dental plaque is composed of

The ________ is a space between teeth.

The ultrasonic cleaner is a sterilizer.

A patient's medical history is updated

When mounting x-rays, the maxillary roots will point downward.

When using proper phone etiquette, the receptionist should hang up first.

You should only wear gloves for the best barrier protection.

The use of a wedge helps prevent overhang.

"Dr. Jones' office, Natalie speaking, how may I help you?" is the proper response when answering the telephone.

Existing restorations are charted with blue pencil.

The CEJ refers to the cementoenamel juntction.

The colored side of the film packet should face toward the PID.

When completing dental insurance forms, the term carrier refers to the

The term facial can be substituted for buccal.

Before sterilizing instruments, hand scrub or ultrasonically clean.

Which gloves should be worn during routine patient care?

What restricts the size of the x-ray beam?

The lead apron becomes contaminated during x-ray exposure.

Which handpice attachment is used to polish teeth?

The part of the tooth that is covered by enamel is called the

An advantage of using disposable products in the dental office is that they reduce the chance of spreading disease.

The unattached edge of the gingival tissue is called the free gingiva.

A statement is sent to the patient in order to

Using the Universal Numbering System, the mandibular right primary lateral incisor is identified as N

Which extraoral x-ray shows the face, skull and soft tissue?

Which agency regulates medical waste disposal?

Juliette Southard is the founder of the ADAA.

Using the Universal Numbering System, the permament maxillary left first molar is identified as

Treating anaphylactic shock includes administering oxygen, antihistamines, and

The term, sharps, includes contaminated ________.

A unit of time refers to 10-15 minutes.

Following a simple extraction, advise the patient to

The best coolant for a high speed handpiece is _______.

Operatory surfaces should be disinfected ___________.

To prevent foreign objects from flying in the eyes, ______.

The most reliable method of sterilization is

The maxillary sinus appears as a radiolucent landmark on a maxillary premolar periapical x-ray.

Incorrect horizontal angulation will result in overlapping.

Surfaces in the dental operatory should be wiped with iodophor disinfectant.

When seating the patient ensure

The assistant zone for a right-handed dentist is ___________.

Insufficient vertical angulation results in ______.

Which technique is best to used when a patient has a small mouth, shallow palate, or tori.

HIV and HBV are __________.

The best way to decrease exposure to mercury vapor is to _______.

Typical time units in a dental office are 20-30 minutes.

Direct the central ray through the __________ to prevent overlapping.

MSDS stands for

HIPAA states a patient's information can be released for ____________.

The spouse and children of an insurance suscriber are referred to as employees.

What is used to confirm the effectiveness of the safe light in the darkroom?

When seating the patient, the assistant should talk to the patient to reduce anxiety.

An employee who represents the family unit in relation to insurance prepayment plan is termed the

Legible records are important for

Mercury is a hazardous material used in the dental office.

After use, place disposable needled in the autoclave.

ADA recommends the labial mounting method.

When a new patient first enters the dental office, the receptionist should greet and welcome the patient to the office.

During an epileptic seizure, the dental assistant should sit the patient upright.

Gingival retraction cord containing epinephrine is contraindicated for patient with __________.

The curve of spee faces downward in a bitewing.

Informed consent explains benefits and possible risks of treatment.

A patient with a hip replacement requires pre-medication before dental treatment.

Following an extraction, the patient is advised to bite on gauze for 20-30 minutes.

Everything said and done in the dental office needs to be kept confidential.

What is given to the patient as a reminder for a scheduled appointment?

The identification dot must be placed on the occlusal of an anterior film.

Hands should be washed for _____.

Dental ethics are standards that influence

A patient requires a series of appointments at 1 week intervals, it is best to schedule them at same time/day each week.

Effective appointment scheduling will increase patient referrals.

The professional organization that provides recognition for the dental assistant

Lubricate dental handpieces according to manufacturer instructions.

Panoramic x-rays use intensifying screen film.

Excessive vertical angulation results in __________.

Root canal instruments can be sterilized chairside by using

If a patient is choking, the dental assistant should immediately begin

A patient ledger is a record of dental conditions.

Which surface of the anterior teeth is facing the lips?

What type of restoration is shown below?

The dental assistant should wash with biocidal soap before assisting.

Use _____ to chart pathologic conditions

What is used to remove plaque and calculus at a high rate of speed?

When administering CPR to an adult, a cycle is

If the PID fails to cover the film, the result on the x-ray will be ______.

What is the result of fixer coming in direct contact with the film?

After treatment involving local anesthetic, advise the patient not to chew lip, cheek or tongue.

Elastomeric impression material requires you to coat the tray with ________.

When recording the message on an answering machine, you should provide the dentist's personal cell phone number.

Patient records are strictly confidential.

Which form is completed before beginning treatment and provides accurate knowledge of possible physical conditions?

By wearing PPE the assistant and operator are protected from microbial contamination when working on a cavity prep.

A finger rest is called a _________.

The autoclave is a commonly used method of sterilization.

Gluteraldehyde is the best type of chemical disinfectant for instruments.