問題一覧
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Why should toothpaste not be used to clean an acrylic denture
it reacts and softens the acrylic
2
When gaining valid consent to treatment, which factor is not applicable?
The patient must be over the age
3
Which one of the following would not form part of a practices confidentiality policy?
social media post
4
If patients contact details were sold for third-party marketing, which government body could be contacting?
information commissioners office
5
Which of the following would be the most concerning initial indicator of a potential safeguarding issue?
Child with a ripped fraenum
6
What is the most important outcome of a near miss relating to health and safety?
A review of the current risk assessments
7
What is the first stage in a health and safety risk assessment?
identify the hazard
8
Which piece of equipment works under pressure and is governed by pressure vessel regulations
autoclave
9
What is the purpose of portable appliance testing? (PAT)
to demonstrate an electrical appliance is safe
10
Which one of the following can dental nurse not be vaccinated against?
hepatitis C
11
What does pus primarily consist of?
Dead white blood cells
12
Which of the following infectious conditions is not generally passed saliva?
Candida albicans
13
Which health technical memorandum (HTM) considers decontamination in primary care dental practices?
HTM 01-05
14
What would be considered appropriate hand hygiene?
using a water-based moisturiser
15
Why should a lid cover be used when an ultra Sonic is in operation
To prevent any aerosol escaping
16
A large blood spillage should be managed
sodium hydrochlorite
17
Which of the following describes the instrument journey when using a B-type autoclave?
clean- inspect- seal in the pouch- autoclave
18
What is a Bowie-dick test used to check the validity of ?
B-type (vacuum) autoclave
19
Where are mamelons found on permanent teeth?
Invisalign edge
20
How many roots would a permanent upper second molar usually have
3
21
What does the enzyme found in saliva break down ?
Starch
22
What is an upper chamber of the heart called?
Atrium
23
How should automated external defibrillator (AED) pads be dealt with after use?
dispose of them
24
How should an emergency drug kit be stored?
In an unlocked cupboard in a central location
25
Standing up too quickly from a supine position can lead to which medical emergency?
Faint
26
During radiographic procedures, local rules must be followed by:
the IR(ME)R Operator
27
Which of the following can be diagnosed using a bite wing radiograph
periodontal bone loss
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Which one of the following will cause blurring of a radiographic image
patient moving during exposure
29
What is a step-wedge test used to determine?
the quality of the deleloper solution
30
What is the clinical reason for removing supra-gingival from teeth?
It collects plaque
31
Which combination of hand piece and bur is commonly used to remove softened dentine ?
Slow-speed handpiece/ rosehead bur
32
Which lining material may be used to reduce the amount of composite required for a large deep restoration?
Glass ionomer
33
Which shape of bur would a clinician select to prepare a tooth for a veneer?
long tapered
34
Which piece of advice is not appropriate to a patient with temporary fixed prosthesis
Avoid brushing around the area
35
Which one of the following is generally not required during a full/ full denture bite stage
articulating paper
36
A patient has on;y an upper left Central incisor missing in the upper arch all of the remaining teeth have periodontal disease, and varying amounts of mobility; which is the most appropriate way to fill the space?
upper partial acrylic denture
37
What is the main reason why an elastomer is used for a fixed prostheses working art impression?
Records the fine detail of the preparation
38
A patient has a recurring periapical infection. When is it most likely apicetomy would be carried out
on an anterior with a post crown
39
Which one of the following instruments is commonly used in the obturation process
a finger spreader
40
Sclerosis of a root cancan could result in
difficulty to gain access for endodontic treatment
41
An operculectomy could be carried out over a partially erupted tooth because
the gum flap frequently becomes infected
42
Which sterile irrigation solution is used during bone removal in minor oral surgery
normal saline
43
How would a clinician assess the risk of an oro-antral communication to prevent post operative complications?
take a periapical radiograph of the tooth prior to extraction
44
When is a patient first likely to have symptoms of reversible pulpitis?
caries encroaches into dentine
45
How can GORD (gastro-oesophageal reflux disease) affect the teeth
erosion
46
Consent given by a patient to make a decision is called
informed
47
GDC principal number eight states dental professionals must raise concerns if they have any concerns for a patient’s welfare which one of the following would be an indicator of physical abuse?
The patient has an injury which does not fit the explanation
48
What are the three principles of informed consent
informed voluntary and ability
49
What is the age of consent for dental treat?
16
50
An incident is defined as
unexpected event that does not result in serious losses or injuries
51
What are the main aim of a risk assessment?
To identify what presents as risk to reduce or remove the elements of rest that causes ill health or injury
52
What does COSHH stand for?
Control of substance hazardous to health
53
Which guidelines deal with the decontamination process of reusable instruments?
HTM 01–05
54
While attending the dental surgery, a patient falls down the stairs and fractures his right leg which of the following will be followed in relation to determining the cause of the fall
RIDDOR
55
The transfer of pathogenic microorganisms from one person to another is known as
cross infection
56
From one of the following options how might you reduce the risk of direct cross infection between patients and staff?
PPE
57
What does the term standard (universal) precautions implant?
every patient can be potentially infectious
58
Facemasks are used to reduce which hazard from dental hand pieces
aerosol spray
59
Which cleanser is recommended for routine hand washing?
antimicrobial liquid soap
60
Which method of sterilisation is used for extraction force?
autoclave
61
How many stages does a washer disinfector have
5
62
According to clinical governance, how long should you keep the activity of your steriliser audience?
two years
63
How many roots do the upper first premolars
2
64
There are 12 pairs of cranial Nerves which cranial nerve supplies sensation to the teeth and the jaws
fifth
65
Which nerve supply sensation to all lower?
inferior dental nerve
66
Which part of the heart is responsible for taking oxygenated blood away from the heart?
aorta
67
The emergency first aid responsibility is to provide immediate life-saving medical care before the arrival of further medical help in relation to 1st aid which are the three p’s
preserve,prevent,promote
68
In basic life support what does DNR stand for?
do not resuscitate
69
A hypoglycaemia attack can occur in patients who suffer from which of the following medical conditions
diabetes
70
A radiation protection supervisor is appointed
to ensure compliance with IRR and local rules
71
A patient attends for the first stage of endodontics treat,ent on the upper left central incisor which one of the following radiographs is most appropriate at this stage
periapical
72
Foreshortening of an image on a radiograph can be caused by
incorrect cone positioning
73
The main purpose of a quality assurance programme for dental radiographs is to
reduce retakes
74
During periodontal treatment which instrument is used to remove sub gingival calculus
periodontal hoe
75
Which one of the following restorative materials requires undercuts to prevent it falling out of the cavity?
amalgam
76
A tofflemire retainer and band could be used in placing a restoration on
An upper left molar
77
Which one of the following nuts is used to accurately remove tooth tissue during crown and bridge preparation
long tapered
78
What is a temporary crown on a root treated tooth used for?
to maintain the correct space between adjacent teeth
79
Which prosthesis requires a metal framework try in
cobalt
80
A denture obturator may be recommended for a patient with which of the following conditions?
Cleft palate
81
During denture construction the dentist will take some primary impressions using alginate. What kind of material is alignate?
irreversible hydrocollid
82
During an endodontic procedure the full contents of the pulp is removed, what is this endodontic procedure called
pulpectomy
83
During a pulpectomy procedure the clinician will use serveral hand operated instruments, which of the following is used during canal extirpation
barbed broach
84
What is the name of the material used to promote secondary dentine repair
calcium hydroxide
85
During a simple tooth extraction, which one of the following instruments is used to serve the periodontal ligaments so that the tooth can be successfully extracted
luxator
86
During minor oral surgery procedures what are periosteal elevatiors used for?
raising a flap
87
During minor oral surgery procedures why is a mucoperiosteal flap raised?
to gain access to the area
88
Which one of the following is the correct sequence of events associated with the inflammatory process?
Bacterial toxins irritate the gingival and it becomes inflamed
89
There are many factors that influence oral and general health. One of those factors is sugar which can cause demineralisation of teeth enamel de mineralisation occurs when the pH level in the mouth falls to what level.
5.5
90
Fluoride is known to have a beneficial effect on reducing dental caries which of the following is an example of the topical fluoride?
varnish
91
Information governance is about how to manage and share information or data appropriately. This includes information about patients collected electronically. Which of the following is not a principle of information government notes in relation to patient records
Using the maximum necessary personal confidentiality data making sure information is relevant and excessive
92
When a patient attends the dental practice for treatment they must be given certain information by the dental team before they can decide if they wish to proceed with the treatment plan or not. This is termed valid consent which of the following is not necessary for consent to be valid?
Agreed in writing
93
Which of these options is the most accurate definition of safeguarding?
Safeguarding aims to protect children and vulnerable adults from a wide range of potential harm and looks at preventative action not just reaction
94
You have noticed that a vulnerable patient is regularly coming into the practice with unexplainable bruises and other injuries that he is attempting to cover up when asked he says everything is fine. What would you do?
Report your concerns to the designated safeguarding person
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You noticed that there is water spillage on the floor in the main corridor, but you are on your way to collect an instrument. The dentist urgently needs what is the first thing you would do in regards to the water spillage
Inform all staff and patients in the immediate vicinity that a spillage has occurred
97
HTM07–01 Relates specifically to
Management and disposal of healthcare waste
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What does RIDDOR stand for?
Reporting of injuries diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations
99
The fitting and plumbing of washer disinfected must comply with
Water supply regulations 1999
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What is a pathogen?
Something that causes diseases