Question 1

The dental therapist provides oral care services:&#10;A)under the direct supervision of a dentist.&#10;B)relating to management and prevention for patients of all ages.&#10;C)by practising as an autonomous practitioner and by working in a collaborative and referral relationship with dentists.&#10;D)for diagnostics,restorative and health promotion services.

Accepted Answer

Dental therapists are trained and qualified to provide oral care services as autonomous practitioners, working in a collaborative and referral relationship with dentists. This means that while they do work alongside dentists, they are able to practice independently and provide a range of oral health services to patients. They are not limited to diagnostic, restorative, or health promotion services, but may also provide services related to management and prevention for patients of all ages. However, they do work under a scope of practice that is established and regulated by legislation, and are generally required to have ongoing supervision and support from dentists or other oral health professionals.

Question 2

Oral health is fundamental to overall health,and supports peoples' ability to eat,sleep and socialise;in Australia,oral health is a significant marker of social inequality.Dental disease is:&#10;A)one of the least prevalent diseases in Australia.&#10;B)one of the most prevalent diseases in Australian children under the age of 12 years.&#10;C)among the most prevalent and most costly diseases in Australia.&#10;D)one of the most prevalent diseases in Australians over the age of 65 years.

Accepted Answer

Dental disease is one of the most prevalent and most costly diseases in Australia. It is a significant marker of social inequality and affects people's ability to eat, sleep, and socialize. Dental disease is a major public health issue in Australia, costing the healthcare system billions of dollars each year. It is also a significant burden for individuals and families who have to bear the costs of dental treatment.

Question 3

Dental decay is a disease of cumulative effects,and among adults continues to follow patterns of:&#10;A)biological ageing.&#10;B)high sugar intake.&#10;C)poor oral hygiene.&#10;D)social inequality.

Accepted Answer

social inequality.

Question 4

Socio-economic circumstances are clearly related to the risk status for dental disease,with:&#10;A)the highest risk among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.&#10;B)the highest risk among people with chronic disease such as diabetes,heart and lung disease.&#10;C)the highest risk in babies with a low birth weight.&#10;D)the highest risk in Australians who have the least access to care.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Socio-economic circumstances are clearly related to the...

Question 5

Dental care is primarily delivered through:&#10;A)self-funded (or self-insured)arrangements.&#10;B)Medicare.&#10;C)Commonwealth-funded dental schemes.&#10;D)private health insurance.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Dental care is primarily delivered through:&#10;A)self-funded (or...

Question 6

Which of the following demonstrate higher levels of dental disease and greater difficulty in accessing dental care?&#10;A)People from low-income families,refugees,people in rural areas&#10;B)Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people&#10;C)The home-bound and the disabled and those with mental health problems&#10;D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the mentioned groups demonstrate higher levels of dental disease and greater difficulty in accessing dental care. People from low-income families and those in rural areas may have difficulty accessing dental services due to financial and geographic barriers. Refugees may face language and cultural barriers as well. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have been shown to experience higher rates of dental disease and have lower rates of access to dental care. The home-bound and disabled, as well as those with mental health problems, may face physical or psychological barriers to accessing dental care.

Deck 15: Oral Health and Dental Services