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1
When exposing patients using digital sensor, we need to use a Lead Vest and Collar:
False
True
2
Disinfection is the process that destroys some, but not all forms of life:
True
False
3
Which of the following is NOT a basic principle of instrument exchange?
Doctor should not move fingers from the fulcrum point
Doctor has to ask for the logical next instrument
Transfer occurs with minimum of motion
4
Which of the following are NOT sensitive to radiation?
bone marrow
muscle
reproductive organs
blood forming tissue
5
The tub and tray system are for the purpose of convenience and time saving:
False
True
6
Which is NOT a type of operative filling material?
gold inlay
gutta percha
amalgam
composite
7
When taking a prelim impresson on a patient they should bite down hard all the way thru the putty to make a provisional
False
True
8
What accessory is required to be put together before MO- IRM procedure?
Rinn Holder
Hemostat
Matrix System
Spatula
9
Which of the following that are NOT important “health history” items:
unintentional weight loss
has patient ever had hepatitis
driver’s license number
medications that the patient is taking
10
Which of the following is NOT used for isolation within the mouth? (moisture control)
Tofflemire band
rubber dam
cotton rolls
gauze 2x2
11
Overlapped interproximal spaces on a bitewing x-ray are caused by:
cone too far from the patient's mouth
too large of a vertical angulation
incorrect horizontal angulation
too small of a vertical angulation
12
IRM Material must be mixed quickly and all at once to achieve the proper ratio of powder to liquid:
False
True
13
Which of the following is NOT an important property of x-rays?
Voltage
Microwaves
Frequency
Amperage
14
An alginate impression is used for final crown impression:
False
True
15
Placing Sensor or PSP facing the wrong way in the patient’s mouth,could cause distortion
True
False
16
X-rays are produced by sudden slowing down or stopping of high speed electrons:
True
False
17
“Quality” is a term relating to the penetrating ability of the beam of radiation:
True
False
18
Which of the following is NOT considered a grasp for the HVE?
Palm- thumb grasp
Pen grasp
Inverted pen grasp
Half-nelson grasp
19
The “target” side of the x-ray unit is called the anode.
False
True
20
Before placing PSP or Sensor in patients mouth what needs to be done:
Barrier placed
Sterile bag placed
Put in box
Soaked in water
21
Leaded thyroid collars will reduce thyroid gland exposure by about 50% or more:
True
False
22
Which of the following are cutting surfaces of a bur?
Carbide steel and diamond
Titanium
Emerald
Steel Anchor
23
Which of the following would NOT be in a composite tub or tray set-up?
Matrix strips
Sanding discs
Etching gel
Impression material
24
Which of the following would appear radiopaque on a developed x-ray film?
tooth enamel
blood vessels
periapical abscess
empty tooth socket
25
Which type of wax is NOT used in the dental office?
sticky wax
occlusal rim wax
mustache wax
bead wax
26
One kilovolt is equal to:
10,000 volts
100,000 volts
100 volts
1,000 volts
27
Which of the following will appear radiolucent on a developed x-ray film?
pulp chamber
enamel
amalgam filling
metal crown
28
It is okay to not follow OSHA guidelines as they are recommendations only and are not enforceable:
False
True
29
Max permissible dose of radiation = amount of radiation that won't produce harmful effects in the person receiving it
False
True
30
Which of the following is NOT part of the tooth structure?
gingiva
cementum
enamel
dentin
31
Name the part of the skull that holds the lower teeth
maxillary
mandable
mandible
mandibular
32
Composite filling material comes in one shade that matches all tooth colors:
False
True
33
For what does the term HVE stand?
High Volume Ejector
High Volume Evacuator
High Value Ejector
Heavy value Excavator
34
The sterilization area should be separated into a contaminated section & a clean section with the sterilizer in between
True
False
35
Which of the following is NOT an instrument used in dentistry?
condenser
burnisher
syringe
sextant
36
Name the part of the skull that holds the upper teeth
mandibular
mandible
maxila
maxilla
37
Leaded protective body aprons will reduce genetic exposure by 98%:
True
False
38
What is the criteria for selecting a shade for an anterior composite?
Must match adjacent teeth
Doesn't matter-patient picks
Match Incisal edge only
Must be darker than central and lateral incisors
39
Which of the following is NOT approved for disinfection?
Alcohol
Phenol Compounds
Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
Chlorine Dioxide
40
The term “sepsis” means the presence of disease producing micro-organisms:
True
False
41
Which of the following is NOT the name of a tooth surface?
mesial
ocular
buccal
incisal
42
In 4-handed dentistry, the syringe is always passed from the assistant to the dentist in the static zone:
True
False
43
Sterilization is the process that destroys almost all forms of life:
False
True
44
Which of the following is NOT a type of dental bur?
quaternary double helix
taper fissure
inverted cone
round end fissure
45
Where is the sensor placed in the mouth?
On buccal side
On lingual side
Number 2 facing up
Vertical Side
46
Which of the following is NOT a type of dental handpiece?
straight
contra-angle
double reverse angle
right angle
47
kvp setting on the x-ray unit determines the penetrating ability of X-rays & the amount or number of x-rays produced.
False
True
48
Name the two types of “locking mechanism’s” for burs (Rotary instrument) :
Gripper latch
friction grip and friction latch
Friction Grip and Latch Type
sticky tape
49
An acrylic temp is ready for trimming in about 3 minutes:
True
False
50
For what does the acronym OSHA stand?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Occupational safety and health association
Occupational and safeguard association
51
The “filament” side of the x-ray is called the cathode:
False
True
52
A _______________________ light is used to cure certain types of composite fillings.
helium
curing
composite
overhead light
53
IRM cement must be mixed on a “cool” glass slab, not a paper mixing pad:
True
False
54
Using water on the tooth when placing composite helps it cure
True
False
55
Which of the following instruments are NOT used in rubber dam placement?
clamp
dental floss
discoid/ cleoid carver
punch
56
Which of the following is NOT used as a tongue/cheek retractor?
HVE
matrix band
mirror
cotton rolls
57
Which is NOT used in the prevention of cross-contamination?
gloves
face masks
hand washing
ultraviolet light
58
Discarding hazardous waste is controlled by state laws:
False
True
59
Which of the following is NOT tissue in the mouth?
tragus
uvula
retromolar pad
frenum
60
Which of the following is NOT considered an “operating zone” in 4-handed dentistry?
transfer zone
static zone
twilight zone
operator’s zone
61
Name the two most common instruments in a “basic set-up”:
HVe and saliva ejector
explorer and spoon
mirror and explorer
Mirror and spatula
62
It creates a cross-contamination possibility if you turn off the water faucet using your gloved hands
False
True
63
When mixing acrylic, which statement is true?
Mix until acrylic forms a soft dough
Put water into dappen dish to soften
Add powder until mixture hardens
Mix in both directions to add bubbles
64
What is the name of the joint in the skull that allows the lower jaw to move
Temporal joint
Temporomandibular joint
Temporal Mandible joint
TNJ
65
Which of the following is NOT a sterilization procedure?
Autoclaving
Microwave in cold solution
Chemical vapor steam
Dry heat
66
The goal of infection control is to prevent cross contamination:
False
True
67
What is the name of the impression tray that can be used for both the maxillary and mandibular arch?
Custom Tray
Triple Tray
Full arch tray
Perforated Tray
68
Which of the following is NOT a unit of radiation measurement?
Rem
Rad
Roentgen
Rat
69
When processing PSP films, the only way to assure not to expose the film is to keep them in a light safe box:
False
True
70
The term ALARA stands for “As Low As Reasonably Achievable”.
True
False