RDA State Board Exam Review Pt 2

In order to minimize the gag reflex, it is helpful to start the radiographic procedure by first exposing the

A foreshortened image on a dental radiograph is most likely caused by

Material Safety Data Sheets will contain information about

Anatomical structures that appear dark gray to black on a processed radiograph are considered

Not following the recommended infection control procedures is unsafe to the public's health, welfare and safety

On a processed radiograph, dental caries appear

When compared to the actual length of the tooth, an elongated image will appear

What is the time between exposure to radiation & the time the effect becomes visible known as

X-ray filters are usually made of

Reduction of the amount of aerosol spray and spatter can be accomplished by

The varying shades of gray on a processed radiograph is termed

Which statement regarding the Hep B vaccination is true?

The distance between the crest of one photon wave and the next is called

The image sharpness on a processed radiograph is termed

The dental assistant is solely responsible for any acts or procedures in the dental office

Time temperature processing means

The beam of radiation for a panoramic radiograph is a narrow slit

If a film produces "milky" and is not transparent, this is known as

Which of the following anatomical structures would appear radiopaque on a processed radiograph?

Factors that increase somatic exposure to the patient include

The overall lightness and darkness of an image is referred to as

Darkroom infection control guidelines may include

Flash sterilization is used for

To avoid the buildup of waterline biofilm the CDC, ADA & OSAP recommend

Whether using the manual or automatic processing technique, improper handling can result in

The two major types of dental examinations are

The function of the raised (embossed) dot on the surface of the film is to determine

To be eligible for registration as a dental assistant, an applicant must provide proof of all except

How many minutes should you manually develop a radiograph and at what temperature?

The optimum condition for processing in a manual processor is develop for 10 minutes at 68-70 degrees

Extraoral films include which of the following?

What is the appropriate length of time to flush the high speed handpiece between patients

The two types of digital radiograph systems include

X-rays are produced when high speed electron strike a

The purpose of this film is to record a major portion of the maxilla or mandible on one film

The image sharpness on a processed radiograph is termed

Barriers can be used for all of the following except

Protective clothing worn during patient treatment should be

Dental records of the dentist include

As an X-ray operator, which of the following will help reduce your X-ray exposure

Unprofessional conduct would be considered

Acceptable methods of sterilization include

Which statement about the filmless digital system is true?

Another name for target is

A radiograph that has not been properly washed will

Another name for anode is

Warning labels or stickers must contain appropriate warnings according to

Determining correct exposure times with different cone BID lengths is determined by the

A dentist may delegate to a dental assistant which of the following procedures?

Dental records are legal records and must be kept for?

Digital radiographs are

The two main purposes of fixing solution are: expose the silver halide crystals & turn the crystals to metallic silver

Who may administer deep seated/general anesthesia to a patient in the dental office

One of the advantages of being able to enhance a digital image is that

Which statement is most correct?

The collar on a lead apron reduces the dose of radiation to the

Which of the following diseases should you be immunized against?