1.
CDA GC: Evaluation
When assessing a patient's periodontal health, which of the following is NOT a standard tool used?
1 out of 100
2.
CDA GC: Evaluation
In dental charting, what does the symbol 'o' typically represent?
2 out of 100
3.
CDA GC: Evaluation
Which of the following would be considered a contraindication for placing a dental sealant?
3 out of 100
4.
CDA GC: Evaluation
When evaluating a panoramic radiograph, which of the following is NOT typically assessed?
4 out of 100
5.
CDA GC: Evaluation
What is the primary purpose of conducting a pulp vitality test?
5 out of 100
6.
CDA GC: Evaluation
Which of the following conditions would most likely necessitate a referral to a periodontist?
6 out of 100
7.
CDA GC: Evaluation
In the context of dental charting, what does a red circle around a tooth number typically indicate?
7 out of 100
8.
CDA GC: Evaluation
What is the significance of measuring the probing depth during a periodontal examination?
8 out of 100
9.
CDA GC: Evaluation
When conducting a dental health evaluation, which of the following factors is NOT typically assessed?
9 out of 100
10.
CDA GC: Evaluation
In an occlusal examination, which condition is specifically looked for concerning the alignment of the upper and lower teeth?
10 out of 100
11.
CDA GC: Evaluation
What is the main reason for a dental professional to assess a patient's salivary flow during an examination?
11 out of 100
12.
CDA GC: Evaluation
When a dentist is checking for occlusal contacts using articulating paper, what is being assessed?
12 out of 100
13.
CDA GC: Evaluation
Why is it important to assess a patient's medical history before a dental procedure?
13 out of 100
14.
CDA GC: Evaluation
What does the presence of wear facets on teeth indicate?
14 out of 100
15.
CDA GC: Evaluation
When evaluating a patient's risk for oral cancer, which of the following is NOT a common factor that a dental professional would consider?
15 out of 100
16.
CDA GC: Evaluation
In advanced dental charting, what does a triangle symbol typically indicate?
16 out of 100
17.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
When managing a patient with a known history of substance abuse, which of the following considerations is most critical in the dental treatment planning?
17 out of 100
18.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPA
18 out of 100
19.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
When a dental assistant is obtaining informed consent for a procedure, which of the following is NOT a necessary component?
19 out of 100
20.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
What is the primary purpose of using a rubber dam during dental procedures?
20 out of 100
21.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
In the context of patient management, which of the following is the most appropriate action when a patient expresses anxiety about an upcoming dental procedure?
21 out of 100
22.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
Which of the following is an essential component of a dental patient's medical history form?
22 out of 100
23.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
When dealing with a minor patient, who legally provides consent for dental treatment?
23 out of 100
24.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
How should a dental assistant manage a situation where a patient refuses to sign the informed consent document?
24 out of 100
25.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
Which of the following is NOT a standard precaution to be followed when treating all dental patients?
25 out of 100
26.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
In case of a medical emergency in the dental office, what is the FIRST action that a dental assistant should take?
26 out of 100
27.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
When a patient with a hearing impairment visits the dental office, which of the following is the most appropriate way to communicate?
27 out of 100
28.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
What is the primary reason for documenting a detailed medical history for each dental patient?
28 out of 100
29.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
How should a dental assistant act when encountering a non-English speaking patient who requires translation?
29 out of 100
30.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
What is the correct protocol for handling a patient's complaint about a previous dental treatment?
30 out of 100
31.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
What is the most appropriate action for a dental assistant when a patient presents with a blood pressure reading of 180/110 mm Hg?
31 out of 100
32.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
Which of the following is NOT an appropriate action when dealing with a patient who has a history of aggressive behavior?
32 out of 100
33.
CDA GC: Patient Management and Administration
When obtaining informed consent from a patient, which of the following information is NOT typically required to be included?
33 out of 100
34.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
When preparing a tooth for a composite restoration, why is it important to maintain a dry field?
34 out of 100
35.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
During a root canal treatment, what is the purpose of using gutta-percha?
35 out of 100
36.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the primary reason for using a rubber dam during endodontic procedures?
36 out of 100
37.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it important to use a high-speed handpiece with water spray when preparing a tooth for a crown?
37 out of 100
38.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
In the context of dental impressions, what is the primary purpose of a tray adhesive?
38 out of 100
39.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the significance of the occlusal registration in prosthodontic treatment?
39 out of 100
40.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it necessary to use a protective barrier on the dental light handle?
40 out of 100
41.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the primary purpose of a dental matrix band during a restorative procedure?
41 out of 100
42.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
During a fluoride treatment procedure, why is it important to avoid eating or drinking for 30 minutes post-application?
42 out of 100
43.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the main reason for using an articulator in dental laboratory procedures?
43 out of 100
44.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it essential to verify the working length during a root canal procedure?
44 out of 100
45.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the primary purpose of using a dental bur during tooth preparation?
45 out of 100
46.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
In dental terminology, what does the term 'pontic' refer to?
46 out of 100
47.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
When a dentist is using a retraction cord, what is the primary goal?
47 out of 100
48.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it crucial to accurately mix dental cements?
48 out of 100
49.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the primary purpose of using an endodontic file during a root canal treatment?
49 out of 100
50.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
In what scenario is a dental dam not recommended to be used?
50 out of 100
51.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is a bite block used during dental procedures?
51 out of 100
52.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the main reason for using a saliva ejector during dental procedures?
52 out of 100
53.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the purpose of using an interdental brush in dental hygiene?
53 out of 100
54.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the primary reason for using a dental loupe during a restorative procedure?
54 out of 100
55.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it essential to use a cold test during a pulp vitality assessment?
55 out of 100
56.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the primary benefit of using an ultrasonic scaler during periodontal therapy?
56 out of 100
57.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
In dental radiography, what is the main reason for using a rectangular collimation?
57 out of 100
58.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it crucial to establish a proper occlusal contact when placing a dental restoration?
58 out of 100
59.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the significance of using a color-coding system for dental instruments?
59 out of 100
60.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it important to control the curing light's exposure time when setting a composite restoration?
60 out of 100
61.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
In endodontics, what is the purpose of using a post and core in a tooth?
61 out of 100
62.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the rationale behind using a dental handpiece with an LED light?
62 out of 100
63.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it important to perform a shade matching procedure in natural daylight or with a color-correcting light?
63 out of 100
64.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
In the context of dental anesthesia, what is the main reason for aspirating before injecting anesthetic?
64 out of 100
65.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the purpose of a bite-wing radiograph in dentistry?
65 out of 100
66.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it necessary to use a protective shield or apron during dental X-ray procedures?
66 out of 100
67.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the primary reason for using a gingival retraction paste during crown preparation?
67 out of 100
68.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the main reason for applying a cavity liner under a dental restoration?
68 out of 100
69.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it important to ensure that the water used in dental unit waterlines is microbiologically safe?
69 out of 100
70.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the significance of using a custom-made mouthguard in sports dentistry?
70 out of 100
71.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
In the context of dental bonding procedures, why is acid etching applied to the tooth surface?
71 out of 100
72.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it crucial to maintain a proper vertical dimension of occlusion in denture fabrication?
72 out of 100
73.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is interproximal reduction performed in orthodontic treatment?
73 out of 100
74.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
In dental terminology, what does 'ferule effect' refer to?
74 out of 100
75.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is a surgical stent used in implant dentistry?
75 out of 100
76.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the purpose of a 'night guard' in dental treatment?
76 out of 100
77.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the significance of using a 'bonding agent' in composite restorations?
77 out of 100
78.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it essential to achieve proper isolation during an endodontic procedure?
78 out of 100
79.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the role of a 'scaler' in dental hygiene?
79 out of 100
80.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
In dental practice, what is the main purpose of using a disclosing solution?
80 out of 100
81.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the rationale behind the use of a glass ionomer as a dental restorative material?
81 out of 100
82.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
Why is it important to accurately record the centric relation in prosthodontics?
82 out of 100
83.
CDA GC: Chairside Dentistry
What is the main advantage of using a cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in implantology?
83 out of 100
84.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
When considering the manipulation of dental materials, what is the primary reason for incorporating a plasticizer into acrylic resins?
84 out of 100
85.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
In dental materials, what is the significance of the term 'creep' when referring to amalgam fillings?
85 out of 100
86.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
Which of the following dental materials is considered an indirect restorative material?
86 out of 100
87.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
What is the primary reason for using a coupling agent, such as silane, in composite resins?
87 out of 100
88.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
Which of the following properties is most crucial when selecting a dental material for fabricating a night guard?
88 out of 100
89.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
What role does the filler content play in the properties of composite resins?
89 out of 100
90.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
When a dentist uses a dental dam during a procedure, what is the primary material from which dental dams are made?
90 out of 100
91.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
In the context of dental cements, what is the primary function of eugenol in zinc oxide eugenol cement?
91 out of 100
92.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
Why is it important for dental professionals to understand the setting time of gypsum products used in dentistry?
92 out of 100
93.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
Which property of dental impression materials is critical for capturing fine detail in the impression?
93 out of 100
94.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
What is the primary function of a dental varnish when used beneath a dental restoration?
94 out of 100
95.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
Why is it essential to control the powder-to-liquid ratio in glass ionomer cements?
95 out of 100
96.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
What is the primary concern when selecting a material for a dental core build-up?
96 out of 100
97.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
In dental prosthetics, what is the significance of the coefficient of thermal expansion for dental materials?
97 out of 100
98.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
What is the role of a catalyst in a dental polymerization reaction?
98 out of 100
99.
CDA GC: Dental Materials
When selecting a material for an indirect dental restoration, what is a critical property that affects its longevity?
99 out of 100
100.
CDA GC: Evaluation
During a dental examination, the detection of Class II mobility in a tooth indicates what?
100 out of 100
