Question 1

Which professional role would a dental hygienist represent in marketing oral health products?

Accepted Answer

A

Question 2

The credential RDH stands for Registered Dental Hygienist,and in Indiana the designation is LDH,Licensed Dental Hygienist.Both designations signify graduating from an accredited dental hygiene program and passing a national written examination and a regional clinical examination.

Accepted Answer

Both statements accurately describe the credentials RDH and LDH, including the requirements to obtain them.

Question 3

Methods used by the dental hygienist or patient to promote and maintain oral health would be considered which type of service?

Accepted Answer

Preventative services aim to prevent oral health problems before they occur, while educational services provide information and guidance to help patients maintain their oral health at home. Both of these methods are used by dental hygienists and patients to promote and maintain oral health. Therapeutic services involve treating existing oral health problems, while diagnostic services involve identifying and diagnosing those problems.

Question 4

Which professional organization's mission includes increasing the number of minority dental hygienists?

Accepted Answer

The National Dental Hygienists' Association's mission includes increasing the number of minority dental hygienists. The other organizations mentioned have different missions and goals.

Question 5

A dental hygienist is

Accepted Answer

A dental hygienist is a licensed, preventive oral health professional who provides a range of oral health services to patients, including cleaning teeth, taking X-rays, providing education on oral care practices, and screening for oral health issues. They work closely with dentists, but are licensed to provide services independently.

Question 6

Each state has its own rules and regulations concerning the treatment and scope of practice that dental hygienists can provide.Dental hygienists perform a variety of preventative,educational,and therapeutic services.

Accepted Answer

The statement correctly mentions that each state has its regulations concerning dental hygienists' scope of practice. The reason correctly lists the various services that dental hygienists provide, which are related to the regulations and scope of practice. Therefore, both the statement and reason are correct and related.

Question 7

A new patient presents to Stephanie's office.After gathering all necessary information,Stephanie creates a dental hygiene treatment plan.Which stage of the dental hygiene process of care is Stephanie utilizing?

Accepted Answer

Stephanie is in the planning stage of the dental hygiene process of care. This involves using the information gathered during the assessment stage to make a plan for addressing the patient's dental hygiene needs. Diagnosis involves identifying any existing dental problems, and implementation involves carrying out the treatment plan.

Question 8

A dental hygienist is working with legislators to pass a bill for hygienists to be able to administer local anesthesia.Which role is the dental hygienist representing?

Accepted Answer

The dental hygienist is working with legislators to pass a bill, which represents the role of an advocate. They are advocating for a change in the law to allow dental hygienists to administer local anesthesia.

Question 9

The oral health-related quality of life model is composed of five domains.This model proposes that the relationships among the five domains and the interaction between the client and the dental hygienist can enable clients to make decisions that will improve their own health through commitment and adherence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The oral health-related quality of life model...

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT within the scope of practice of a dental hygienist?

Accepted Answer

Placing a resin restoration in a tooth prepped by the dentist is not within the scope of practice of a dental hygienist as it involves performing a restorative procedure that only a dentist is licensed to perform.

Question 11

All of the following are proposed conceptual models for the profession of dental hygiene EXCEPT for one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

The "Dental hygiene core and care model" is not a recognized conceptual model for the profession of dental hygiene. The other options are established models in the field.

Question 12

The American Dental Hygienists' Association published the Standards for Clinical Dental Hygiene Practice to provide an evidence-based framework for dental hygiene practice.The document includes five standards which follow the dental hygiene process of care: assessment,diagnosis,planning,implementation,and evaluation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The American Dental Hygienists' Association published the...

Question 13

IFDH stands for

Accepted Answer

IFDH stands for International Federation of Dental Hygienists.

Question 14

The American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA)offers dental hygienists opportunities for professional development and leadership opportunities within the profession.Membership in the ADHA is mandatory.

Accepted Answer

The first statement is true as the ADHA does offer dental hygienists opportunities for professional development and leadership within the profession. However, the second statement is false as membership in the ADHA is not mandatory but rather voluntary.

Question 15

The delivery of a dental hygiene treatment plan is referred to as

Accepted Answer

The implementation phase involves the actual delivery of the dental hygiene treatment plan, including procedures such as scaling and polishing, application of fluoride, and patient education. The documentation phase involves recording the treatment provided and any other relevant information, while the assessment phase involves gathering and analyzing data to develop the treatment plan. The evaluation phase involves assessing the effectiveness of the treatment plan and making any necessary modifications.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a true statement of the profession of dental hygiene?

Accepted Answer

The profession of dental hygiene actually began with a strong public health focus, aiming to prevent dental diseases and promote oral health within communities. Over time, the focus shifted more towards a private practice model, but the origins and some ongoing aspects of the profession remain rooted in public health.

Question 17

Which of the following is an example of evaluation in the process of care?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation involves checking whether the interventions have achieved the desired outcomes. In this case, the dental hygienist probes the periodontal pockets 6 weeks after the scaling and root planing procedure to determine if there has been any improvement in the periodontal condition. A is an example of assessment, B is an example of implementation, and D is an example of planning.

Question 18

Dr.Alfred Fones began the first dental hygiene program in Bridgeport,Connecticut in 1913.The first graduating dental hygiene class worked in private practice and later in schools and hospitals.

Accepted Answer

Dr.Alfred Fones did begin the first dental hygiene program in Bridgeport,Connecticut in 1913, which makes the first statement true. However, while the first graduating class did work in private practice, they did not work in schools and hospitals. Therefore, the second statement is false.

Question 19

All of the following states require graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program and passing a national written examination and a regional clinical examination for licensure EXCEPT for one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

Alabama does not require regional clinical examination, but instead requires a clinical board examination administered by the Alabama State Board of Dental Examiners.

Question 20

The National Dental Hygiene Association was created in 1932.It was created to provide a professional foundation for minority dental hygienists.

Accepted Answer

The National Dental Hygiene Association (NDHA) was indeed established in 1932 with the purpose of providing a professional foundation and support network for minority dental hygienists, making both the statement and the reason correct and directly related.

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