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Download Dental Laws and Infection Control Final, Jurisprudence Exam Study Guide, NC Laws, NC, and more Exams Dentistry in PDF only on Docsity! Dental Laws and Infection Control Final, Jurisprudence Exam Study Guide, NC Laws, NC, STUDY, Laws Quiz 1-9 2023 with Complete Solutions No (False) - ANSWER-Does the NC Board of Dentistry have the power to grant licensure by reciprocity? 8 total members, 6 dentists, 1 hygienist, 1 civilian - ANSWER-Total number of Board members? How many Dentists, RDH's, Citizen members? Hygienist cannot vote for dental licensing matters, consumer cannot vote for dental or dental hygiene licensing matters - ANSWER-Restrictions placed on the dentist, dental hygienist, and consumer members: member is selected and appointed by the governor and must be an NC state resident and not hold a license in dentistry or hygiene - ANSWER-What is the selection criteria for the consumer member? How is this member chosen? Must hold a current nc license and reside in or practice in NC - ANSWER-What are the qualifications for the dental hygienist board member? No less than 10 signatures - ANSWER-How many signatures are needed on the petition to nominate a RDH to the board Every hygienist holding a current license in NC and residing in or practicing in NC - ANSWER-Who can vote in the general election to elect RDH members to the board One term of three years - ANSWER-What is the term limit for a board member Granting revocation suspension of license and renewal, conduct examination for licensure, provide for programs for impaired hygienist and dentist - ANSWER-What is the purpose and duty of the board of Dental Examiners? list three functions A majority of the members of said board - ANSWER-What constitutes a quorum of the board The power to administer oaths and issue subpoenas - ANSWER-Name the judicial power granted to the board president and/or secretary-treasurer $100 per day - ANSWER-Compensation / per diem for a board member is fixed by the board and not to exceed License shall at all times be displayed in a conspicuous place in the office of the holder, duplicate license is issued to holder upon receipt of application for duplicate and fee - ANSWER-Describe the criteria for the display of your license. What do you do if you work in more than one office? Any person who is licensed to practice hygiene anywhere in the US or in any country territory or other recognized jurisdiction, applicant may not have previously failed in examination conducted by the NC State Board of Dental Examiners - ANSWER-Two criteria for a provisional hygiene license The date of the announcement of the results of the next succeeding board examination of candidates for licensure to practice dental hygiene - ANSWER-A provisional hygiene license shall be valid until Dentist with out-of-state current or expired license, expired license in NC State, or are authorized to treat veterans or US Service members, and has actively practice dentistry within the last 5 yrs - ANSWER-Who is eligible for a volunteer license Class 2 misdemeanor - ANSWER-What type of offense is a violation of board rules regulations or bylaws Yes (true) - ANSWER-Does the board have authority to develop programs for impaired Dental hygiene - ANSWER-Performing complete oral prophylaxis, application of preventive agents to oral structures, exposure and processing of radiographs, administration of medicaments, preparation of diagnostic aids, written records of oral conditions as may be permitted by rules and regulations of the board Dental hygienist - ANSWER-Any person who is a graduate of a board accredited school of dental hygiene, who has been licensed by the board and who practices dental hygiene as prescribed by the board Board - ANSWER-The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners created by Chapter 139 Public Laws of 1879 and Chapter 178 Public Laws of 1915 as continued in existence by GS 90 - 22 Direct supervision - ANSWER-Acts are deemed to be under the supervision of a licensed dentist when performed in a locale where a licensed dentist is physically present during the performance of such acts and such acts are being performed pursuant to the dentist order $81 - ANSWER-North Carolina State RDH licensure renewal fee practice of dental hygiene - ANSWER-5 acts that are considered unprofessional conduct of an RDH 10 years - ANSWER-Patient records must be maintained for how long Upon patient request provide original or copies of radiographs and summary of tx record to patient or licensed dentist of patient's choice, fee may be charged for duplication, record shall be provided within 30 days of request and not be contingent upon outstanding balances/fees owed - ANSWER-What are the requirements for transfer of patient records bioburden - ANSWER-Name of organic material found on instrument surfaces prior to decontamination sterilization - ANSWER-Use of physical or chemical procedures to destroy all microbes including spores workplace devices and procedures controls - ANSWER-what are controls that remove a hazard from the workplace called? hazardous exposure - ANSWER-Workplace procedures & devices help to reduce Standard precaution - ANSWER-What is it called when all pt's are treated as if they have an infectious disease? viruses - ANSWER-These are the smallest of all microbes sharps or approved waste container - ANSWER-Regulated medical waste in the office is disposed of in disposal or treatment site - ANSWER-Once containers are full, regulated medical waste is taken to extracted teeth, needles - ANSWER-2 examples of regulated medical waste cavitron, ultrasonic bath, dental hand piece - ANSWER-list 3 examples of dental equipment that produce aerosols Rubber dam, HVE, saliva ejector, close lid over ultrasonic bath - ANSWER-What can be done/used to minimize spray, spatter, and aerosols? true - ANSWER-Any surface in the operatory not covered by a barrier is considered contaminated (T/F) latex, non-latex, or vinyl exam gloves - ANSWER-What type of gloves are used for routine dental tx? Utility gloves - ANSWER-What type of gloves are used for operatory clean-up? op clean up, handling contaminated instruments - ANSWER-When would you wear "heavy" gloves? wash/sanitize hands - ANSWER-What should be done immediately after gloves are removed? true - ANSWER-If a clinician does not immediately wash/sanitize hands after glove removal a latex allergy could occur due to particles in the air. (T/F) stop tx, remove gloves, check skin for stick, wash hands, re-glove - ANSWER-What should you do if a glove becomes punctured during tx? mask, face-shield, eyewear, gloves, protective clothing (lab gown) - ANSWER-What PPE is necessary when spray, spatter, and aerosols are anticipated? transient - ANSWER-What microbes can be completely removed/greatly reduced with hand wash 15 sec, rinse 10 sec - ANSWER-How long should you wash hands for? After each patient or when wet/soiled during tx - ANSWER-How often should masks be changed? Protective eyewear, side shields - ANSWER-What does a face-shield replace? When wearing one you don't need to wear______ Some surfaces are difficult to disinfect/clean (A/W syringe, hoses) - ANSWER-Why are barriers used on surfaces? Beginning of day, when contaminated during barrier removal, end of day - ANSWER- How often are surfaces covered with barriers disinfected? Chair, keyboard, light handle, tray - ANSWER-4 surfaces in operatory that should be covered by barriers semi-critical items - ANSWER-Items that touch oral mucosa but do not penetrate the body are classified as fully sterilized - ANSWER-How are critical and semi-critical items handled? semi-critical - ANSWER-Mouth mirror is an example of that type of item pre-clean, spray-wipe-spray or wipe-discard-wipe - ANSWER-What should be done prior to DISINFECTING environmental surfaces intermediate level - ANSWER-What product level is approved for surface and equipment disinfection? tuberculosis - ANSWER-what organism must an intermediate level disinfectant kill 10 min - ANSWER-how long must surfaces remain wet when disinfecting 5 days - ANSWER-Amount of time it takes for biofilm to form in a new dental unit 2-3 mins at start of each day, 20-30 seconds in between patients - ANSWER-How long are waterlines flushed at start of each day and in between pt's? after long breaks, after unit fails water test - ANSWER-At CCCC when is water system shocked with Sterilex? Use 1 ICX tablet in bottle water, flush 2-3 mins at start of day, flush 20-30 secs between pt's - ANSWER-At CCCC how are waterlines maintained daily? At end of semester or before a long break - ANSWER-At CCCC when are waterlines purged? end of each day with enzymax cleaner - ANSWER-When are HVE and vacuum lines cleaned? sharps container - ANSWER-Where are ext teeth disposed of? facultative microbes - ANSWER-Microbes that grow in presence or absence of oxygen smaller than bacteria, obligate intracellular parasite, nucleic acid core (DNA or RNA), capsid and envelope - ANSWER-Structure of a virus replication stage - ANSWER-In what stage of the virus life does the host cell synthesize new viral DNA/RNA? prions and endospores - ANSWER-These microbes are most resistant to chemicals Ethylene oxide gas, gluteraldehyde liquid - ANSWER-List 2 high level disinfectants 10 hrs - ANSWER-How long does it take to sterilize instruments in gluteraldehyde? when sterilizing liquid items - ANSWER-When would you not use a steam autoclave? What are the voting powers of each member of the Board? - ANSWER-The dental hygienist or the consumer member cannot participate or vote in any matters of the Board which involves the issuance, renewal or revocation of the license to practice dentistry in the State of North Carolina. The consumer member cannot participate or vote in any matters of the Board which involve the issuance, renewal or revocation of the license to practice dental hygiene in the State of North Carolina. Members of the Board licensed to practice dentistry in North Carolina shall have been elected in an election held as hereinafter provided in which every person licensed to practice dentistry in North Carolina and residing or practicing in North Carolina shall be entitled to vote. Who is eligible to vote in the election of dentists and dental hygienists to serve on the Board? - ANSWER-Every dentist with a current North Carolina license residing or practicing in North Carolina shall be eligible to vote in elections of dentists to the Board. Every dental hygienist with a current North Carolina license residing or practicing in North Carolina shall be eligible to vote in elections of dental hygienists to the Board. The holding of such a license to practice dentistry or dental hygiene in North Carolina shall constitute registration to vote in such elections. The list of licensed dentists and dental hygienists shall constitute the registration list for elections to the appropriate seats on the Board. What is the term of office for Board members? - ANSWER-Each member of said Board shall be elected for a term of three years and until his successor shall be elected and shall qualify. Each year there shall be elected two dentists for such terms of three years each. Every three years there shall be elected one dental hygienist for a term of three years. Dental hygienists shall be elected to the Board in an election held in accordance with the procedures hereinafter provided in which those persons licensed to practice dental hygiene in North Carolina and residing or practicing in North Carolina shall be entitled to vote. Every three years a person who is a citizen and resident of North Carolina and licensed to practice neither dentistry nor dental hygiene shall be appointed to the Board for a term of three years by the Governor of North Carolina. KNOW Article 16- The Dental Hygiene Practice Act. - ANSWER-Printed What are the rules that apply to dental hygienists? - ANSWER-Printed What are the rules that apply to dental assistants? - ANSWER-Printed What are the regulations concerning conscious sedation? - ANSWER-Printed "Monitoring" means observation of the patient during the flow of sedation agents and includes reducing the flow of sedation or shutting off equipment controlling such flow. Monitoring does not include increasing the flow of sedation agents. We can increase oxygen and lower nitrous as well as shut the machine off which will lower the oxygen. North Carolina Laws Governing Nitrous Oxide / Rules of the NC State Board of Dental Examiners • a DA I or DA II may aid and assist a licensed dentist in the administration of nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalant conscious sedation after a completion of a Board-approved course..... • "monitoring" means observation of the patient during the flow of sedation agents and includes reducing the flow of sedation or shutting off equipment controlling such flow. • monitoring does not include increasing the flow of sedation agents • dentist initiates use of nitrous • auxiliary can turn oxygen up • auxiliary can turn nitrous down / off List and know the dates involved in the licensure renewal process. - ANSWER-A renewal application shall be completed and received in the Board's office before midnight on January 31 of each year. Any renewal applications received after that date will require a late fee. If the application for a renewal certificate, accompanied by the fee required, is not received in the Board's office before the close of business on January 31 of each year, an additional fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) shall be charged for the renewal certificate. A fee of twenty five dollars ($25.00) shall be charged for each duplicate of any license or certificate issued by the Board. If an application for a renewal certificate, accompanied by the renewal fee and the additional late filing fee, is not received in the Board's office before midnight on March 31 of each year, the license becomes void and the hygienist must petition the Board for reinstatement. Understand the law regarding reciprocity. - ANSWER-The Board does not grant any licenses by reciprocity for dental hygiene nor dentists.North Carolina does NOT have reciprocity with any other state nor does it conduct specialty examinations. reciprocity is a mutual agreement to exchange privileges, dependence, or relationships, as in an agreement between two governing bodies to accept the credentials of a physician, dentist, licensed dental professional, or other health professional licensed in either jurisdiction. Describe what credentials must be displayed by a dental hygienist. - ANSWER-The license and current certificate of renewal of license shall at all times be displayed in a conspicuous place at the office where the dental hygienist is employed, and whenever requested the license and the current certificate of renewal shall be exhibited to or produced before the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners or its authorized agents. What constitutes professional misconduct by a dental hygienist? - ANSWER-Printed Define supervision for dental hygienists and dental assistants. - ANSWER-"Supervision" means that acts are deemed to be under the supervision of a licensed dentist when performed in a locale where a licensed dentist is physically present during the performance of such acts, and such acts are being performed pursuant to the dentist's order, control and approval. A dental hygienist may practice only under the supervision of one or more licensed dentists. Direct Supervision Levels-dentist needs to be present Indirect Supervision Levels-dentist must authorize procedure and be in the dental office while the procedure is performed General Supervision Levels-dentist needs to authorize prior to services, but need not be present: limited for community with certain qualifications such as 6 hours in cont ed for med emergencies, CPR, 3 years experienced under a direct dentist What are the CE requirements for dental hygiene license renewal? - ANSWER-Printed All dental hygienists licensed shall be required to attend Board-approved courses of study in subjects relating to dental hygiene. The Board shall have authority to consider and approve courses, or providers of courses, to the end that those attending will gain information on existing and new methods and procedures used by dental hygienists, information leading to increased safety and competence in their dealings with patients and supervising dentists, and information on other matters, as they develop, that are of continuing importance to the practice of dental hygiene as a part of the practice of dentistry. The Board shall determine the number of hours of study within a particular period and the nature of course work required. Failure to comply with continuing education requirements adopted under the authority of this section shall be grounds for the Board to decline to issue a renewal certificate. 21 NCAC 16I .0102 CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIRED (a) As a condition of license renewal, each dental hygienist shall complete six clock hours of continuing education each calendar year. Any or all the hours may be acquired through self study courses. To count toward the mandatory continuing education requirement, self study courses shall be related to clinical patient care and offered by a board approved sponsor. The hygienist shall pass a test following the course and obtain a certificate of completion. (b) Current certification in CPR is required in addition to the mandatory continuing education hours. purpose of medical history - ANSWER-monitor patients vitals If it cannot be exposed to heat use: - ANSWER-soaked gauze, not gluteraldehyde something about aerosols and splatter all over operatory - ANSWER-true Hep B vaccines are recommended for employees; not required - ANSWER-true blood pressure cuff - ANSWER-occupational blood in your eye requires follow up - ANSWER-true Surgical hand washing - ANSWER-required by law which of the following would be considered blood borne pathogen exposure incident - ANSWER-blood splash in the eye minimum time to flush out handpiece - ANSWER-30 seconds all ideal overgarment would consist of - ANSWER-all of the above when instruments cannot be exposed to heat, hot to sterilize? - ANSWER-immerse in gluteraldehyde; dry heat; 10 hours. there is a recommendation regarding effectiveness of wearing two pairs of gloves - ANSWER-false minimum time required to remove all transient organisms by handwashing - ANSWER- 15 seconds effective hand washing removes what percent of transient microorganisms - ANSWER- 100% any time there are choices of infectious diseases - ANSWER-hep b prevent transmission of infectious disease in the work area - ANSWER-refrain from eating, drinking, applying cosmetic lip balm Blood borne pathogens may enter your system through A. open cuts B. skin abrasions C. mucous membranes D. All of the above - ANSWER-All of the above When must heavy gloves be worn? A. When gathering and cleaning used instruments B. Until dirty instruments are soaked in a disinfectant C. For all scrubbing and ultrasonic cleaning procedures D. All of the above - ANSWER-All of the above Which of the following is an exposure incident requiring evaluation and follow-up? A. A patient's blood or saliva contacts a clinician's intact skin B. A patient's blood or saliva contacts a clinician's oral mucous membrane. C. A sterile needle punctures a clinician's skin. D. Saliva from an HIV positive patient contacts a clinician's intact skin. - ANSWER-A patient's blood or saliva contacts a clinician's oral mucous membrane With proper and frequent hand washing, the spread of microorganisms can be reduced by up to A. 30% B. 50% C. 70% D 100% - ANSWER-70% It is recommended but not required for the owner of a dental practice to offer the HBV vaccination series to all dental health care professionals with potential occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material. A. True B. False - ANSWER-False While it is wise for dental personnel to keep immunizations up to date, which immunization must be provided by the employer to all employees? A. Measles B. Influenza C. Hepatitis A D. Hepatitis B - ANSWER-Hepatitis B Which of the following, according to federal and or state regulations or standards is REQUIRED for hand hygiene techniques? A. Do not add soap or lotion to a partially empty dispenser B. Do not wear hand or nail jewelry if it makes donning gloves more difficult or compromises the fit and integrity of the glove. C. For oral surgical procedures, perform surgical hand antisepsis before donning sterile surgeon's gloves. D. Hand washing should occur immediately after removing gloves. - ANSWER-For oral surgical procedures, perform surgical hand antisepsis before donning sterile surgeon's gloves. It is suggested that health care personnel should restrict their practice (or exclude themselves from duty) if infected with any of the following conditions EXCEPT: A. Conjunctivitis B. Hepatitis A C. Hepatitis B D. Active Tuberculosis - ANSWER-Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C An ideal overgarment is one that A. Has no pockets to hold instruments or other sharp instruments that must be removed before laundering B. Ties in the back and can be left somewhat open for ventilation C. Covers up the collar area to protect against splatter D. All of the above - ANSWER-Covers up the collar area to protect against splatter Which is an enforcement agency that regularly inspects dental offices at random or in response to an employee complaint? A. FDA (Food and Drug Administration) B. CDC (Center for Disease Control) C. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) D. DEHNR (Dept. of Environment, Health, and Nat. Resources) - ANSWER-OSHA The process by which all forms of life are completely destroyed is: A. chemical disinfection B. sterilization C. ultrasonic cleaning D. bio-burden disinfection - ANSWER-Sterilization If an autoclave bag is found to have punctured, the A. hole should be sealed with autoclave tape B. expiration date should be changed C. instruments should be cleaned, wrapped, and re-sterilized D. instruments should be re-packaged using transfer forceps - ANSWER-Instruments should be cleaned, wrapped, and re-sterilized What is the best way to prevent disease transmission between patients? A. Scrub instruments with soap and water B. Sterilize instruments in the autoclave C. Sterilize instruments in special immersion solution D. Disinfect instruments in disinfectant solution - ANSWER-Sterilize instruments in the autoclave As a result of aerosols and splatter from procedures all operatory surfaces are subject to contamination A. Puncture resistant B. Leak-proof on the sides and bottom C. Biohazard labeled D. All of the above - ANSWER-All of the above All of the following commercially available glove materials are likely to have enhanced chemical or puncture resistance except A. Nitrile B. Nitrile and Chloroprene blends C. Butadiene Methyl Methacrylate D. Polyurethane - ANSWER-Polyurethane According to CDC guidelines, which of the following are acceptable to disinfect? A. Critical items that touch broken or unbroken mucosa B. Semi-critical items that contact mucosa C. Non-critical items, environmental surfaces D. None of the above - ANSWER-Non-critical items, environmental surfaces There is no recommendation regarding the effectiveness of wearing two pairs of gloves to prevent disease transmission during oral surgical procedures A. True B. False - ANSWER-True Hand hygiene methods for health professionals include, but are not limited to, antiseptic hand wash. What is the minimum time required to destroy transient microorganisms in this method of hand washing? A. 10 seconds B. 15 seconds C. 30 seconds D. 45 seconds - ANSWER-15 seconds A comprehensive medical history is necessary for A. determining how many barriers to apply to the treatment area B. assessing the need to double-glove during a procedure C. monitoring a patient's known medical conditions D. determining the need for transferring a patient to an isolated treatment area - ANSWER-monitoring a patient's known medical conditions -serial number of envelope -signature of voter -address of voter - ANSWER-What information is listed on the official envelope that is mailed to each registered voter? False - ANSWER-If there is a tie between candidates, then a second election will be required True - ANSWER-Any person who shall neglect or refuse to obey a subpoena from the board shall be guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor 10 - ANSWER-How many signatures must be obtained for a nominee to run in a dental or dental hygiene election to the Board? *President *Secretary-Treasurer - ANSWER-What two officers are elected by the board members? Two - ANSWER-How many consecutive terms can a board member serve? False - ANSWER-Serving on the board is strictly voluntary which means that board members will not receive compensation Three years - ANSWER-What is the term duration of the elected dental hygienist board member? 6 months - ANSWER-How long are the ballots and envelopes held by the board after the election? One - ANSWER-How many dental hygienists are permitted to serve on the board? Annually - ANSWER-The Board, by law, must meet how often? False - ANSWER-The dental hygiene board member is permitted to vote on matters regarding licensure True - ANSWER-When a quorum is not present, the Board may adjourn the meeting False - ANSWER-The NC licensed dentists who are voting on board members have to be Both residing And practicing dentistry in NC All dental hygienists licensed in practice in NC - ANSWER-Who is entitled to vote for the dental hygiene board member? Governor of NC - ANSWER-Who is responsible for appointing the consumer member to the board? 10 days - ANSWER-Notice of a board meeting must be given to a member how many days in advance? True - ANSWER-If you hold a current license to practice in NC as a dentist or hygienist, then you are considered registered to vote in the election True - ANSWER-When preparing to count the ballots all of the envelopes are displayed and anyone present can challenge the signature or validity of the envelope False - ANSWER-After counting the votes it is concluded that neither of the 3 nominees received a majority of the votes to fill a single seat on the Board; therefore, the current board members will decide the winner 4 days - ANSWER-The canvassing (counting) of the ballots shall occurs within not more than how many days following the closing of the balloting? True - ANSWER-If the voter fails to sign the ballot envelope, then the enclosed ballot is not valid Two - ANSWER-How many dentists are elected each year to the board? State Gov't - ANSWER-The NC Board of Dental Examiners is an agency of the: True - ANSWER-Consumer members cannot vote on matters regarding dental hygiene licensure True - ANSWER-The NC State Board if Dental Examiners may refuse to grant a license to any person addicted to the use of alcoholic liquors or narcotic drugs to such an extent as, in the opinion of the Board, renders the alplicant unfit to practice dentistry. Class 1 misdemeanor - ANSWER-Should a licensed dentist fail to keep a copy of the work order, fail to write a work order, or refuse to allow inspection of files by the state board said dentist shall be guilty of: March 31st - ANSWER-If you fail to renew your certificate by the following date, but continue to practice dentistry, then you will be guilty of the unauthorized practice of dentistry. True - ANSWER-A dental intern permit shall be valid for no more than one year from the date it was issued False - ANSWER-Dentists practicing with an intern permit are paid according to each case treated True - ANSWER-The board my refuse to issue a renewal certificate if a licensed dentist fails to comply with continuing education requirements adopted by the board 2 years - ANSWER-A lab work order or subwork must be retained for: February 15th - ANSWER-The Board shall submit an annual report on or before: False - ANSWER-The holder of a temporary volunteer permit shall receive monetary compensation for any dental service performed. True - ANSWER-Rules and regulations governing the practice of dentistry with the State of NC become effective 30 days after passage -NC State Board of Dentistry -UNC School of Dentistry -NC Dental Society All of the above - ANSWER-The Statewide supervisory committee for the impaired dentists program is made up of representatives from which of the following organization(s): The governor of NC - ANSWER-The annual report from the board is to be filed with: True - ANSWER-If a person practices dentistry while their license is suspended, the license to practice dentistry may be permanently revoked: $75 - ANSWER-The NC State Board of Dentistry will provide a certificate to license a resident dentist desiring to change to another state or territory. The fee for the issuance of each certificate is: -is still impaired after treatment -poses an imminent danger to the public -exhibits professional incompetence All of the above - ANSWER-An impaired dentist peer review organization shall immediately report to the Board detailed information about any dentist licensed by the board, if the dentist being reviewed: Direct - ANSWER-Define "supervision" as it relates to dental hygiene in NC: NOT Approved: -Developing Your Dental Hygiene Career Path: Negotiations and Salary. Approved: -Periodontal instrumentation for the Advanced Practitioner -2016/2017 Infection Control Updates for the dental setting -The magic of air: a subgingival air polishing workshop - ANSWER-All of the following topics are considered Board approved for continuing education courses, EXCEPT: True - ANSWER-The teaching of dental hygiene in a school or college by an individual dental hygienist who is licensed in any state in the United States SHALL NOT constitute the practice of dental hygiene: -be of good moral character -be a graduate of an accredited high school or have a GED -be a graduate of an accredited dental hygiene school ALL of the above - ANSWER-When applying for a dental hygiene license, you must: Exception: -private practice - ANSWER-Under 90-233 (a1), a dental hygienist who meets certain required qualifications as listed in this section, may be designated by an employing dentist as capable of providing dental hygiene services w/o the physical presence of the dentist (w/o direct supervision). Before the hygienist performs any tx, the dentist must have personally performed an eval on the pt to be treated and have provided a written tx plan for the hygienist. All of the following are facilities where this type of tx may occur EXCEPT: Class I Misdemeanor - ANSWER-Any person who shall aid and abet another in violating any of the provisions of Article 16 (Dental Hygiene Act) shall be guilty of a: True - ANSWER-A dental hygienist who has been disciplined by the Board MAY NOT practice outside the direct supervision of a dentist: 2 years - ANSWER-A dental hygienist can apply for licensure by credentials as long as they have actively been practicing dental hygiene under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist for a minimum of ___ years immediately preceding the date of application. True - ANSWER-A dental hygienist shall Not establish or operate a separate facility that exclusively renders dental hygiene care. Exception: -the dental hygienist has a poor attitude towards coworkers and patients - ANSWER- Disciplinary action can be taken by the Board for all of the following reasons EXCEPT: $80 - ANSWER-The portion of the annual fee to be paid upon dental hygiene license renewal to assist in funding programs for impaired dental hygienists is: Mary is not permitted to apply for a provisional license since she has failed an exam administered by the Board - ANSWER-Mar Hygienist graduated from the Dental Hygiene Program at CPCC in 1995 and failed the NC State Board Exam. She applied for licensure in VA and was successful and has worked full time in a periodontal practice. She plans to move back to NC and will be applying for a provisional license. Which of the following is true regarding Mary's situation? -Graduate of a Board accredited dental hygiene school. -Licensed to practice dental hygiene -Practices dental hygiene as prescribed by the Board ALL of the above - ANSWER-A dental hygienist as described in Article 16 has what characteristics? 6 - ANSWER-Drs. Monet, Goya, and Van Gogh are associates and may employ how many hygienists performing clinical dental hygiene at the same time when all of the dentists are in the office? Medicaid or Medicare charges or payments - ANSWER-The proceedings and records of a dental review committee shall be held in confidence unless they are investigating: 30 days - ANSWER-Any rule adopted shall be distributed to all licensed dentists and hygienists within____ days of final approval by the Board: 2 years - ANSWER-Every ___ ___ the Board shall issue a compilation of the rules and regulations along with the Dental Hygiene Act to all licensees 120 days of dentists eval - ANSWER-Under 90-233 (a1), a dental hygienist who meets certain requires qualifications as listed in this section, may be designated by an employing dentist as capable of providing dental hygiene services w/o the physical presence of the dentist (w/o direct supervision). Before the hygienist performs any tx, the dentist must have personally performed an evaluation on the pt to be treated and have provided a written tx plan for the hygienist. The dental hygiene functions noted in the tx plan must be performed w/in how many days of the dentist's evaluation? Reinstatement after revocation - ANSWER-With the exception of ____________, every applicant for a license or provisional license shall have the opportunity for a board hearing. False - ANSWER-A dental hygienist can apply for a license by credentials if they have one felony conviction. False - ANSWER-The North Carolina Board does have a reciprocity agreement for licensure with South Carolina due to their close proximity. False - ANSWER-Each applicant who takes an examination and fails does not have the privilege to review their examination in the presence of the board or a representative of the board. False - ANSWER-Permission to use funds from the occupational licensing board for legislation must be obtained from the Governor of NC. True - ANSWER-Application for a license will be denied if the applicant should fail to complete the required course of study. 2,000; 2 - ANSWER-In order to be eligible for dental hygiene license by credit, a dental hygiene applicant must have provided at least_____ hours of clinical care to patients, during the ____ years immediately preceding application. False - ANSWER-Any candidate who changes their address does not need to notify the board False - ANSWER-The 5,000 hours of clinical care may include any combination of post grad training, residency programs or an internship (Dental license by credentials) Mailed in sealed envelope - ANSWER-If a dental hygiene board applicant is still in school in a dental program, the official hygiene transcripts must be: 72 - ANSWER-An applicant who fails the written exam, must wait___\ hours before attempting to retake the written portion of the exam True - ANSWER-A provisional license issued to a member of the faculty of an educational institution is limited to practicing only in the facilities provided by the educational institution where he/she is a faculty member False - ANSWER-A certificate issued for a corporation or limited liability company is valid indefinitely and never has to be renewed Must take and pass written exams (infection control/ jurisprudence) - ANSWER-An applicant for licensure by credentials: True - ANSWER-No dental hygiene licenses are granted by reciprocity True - ANSWER-Applicants seeking reinstatement of a North Carolina dental license that has been revoked, suspended, inactive or lapsed more than five years must successfully pass the clinical examination given to first time applicants before applying for reinstatement True - ANSWER-The Board grants an exemption for eligible licensees serving in the military by waiving their mandatory continuing education requirements 2 - ANSWER-An applicant for a dental hygiene license passed the clinical portion of the Board exam but failed the written portion of the exam on the first attempt. This person may retake the written portion ___ additional times during a 1 year period In good standing - ANSWER-A dentist whose license is not suspended, revoked or subject to a probationary order is considered to be: Have worked as a full time assistant for five years of the preceding 7 years (5000 hours) - ANSWER-To be classified as a DA II, if you are not a graduate of an accredited dental assisting program, or have not completed one year of dental hygiene school , you must do all BUT which of the following: Obtain one hour of CPR which counts toward the six hours required - ANSWER-In the renewal of a hygiene license in NC, which of the following does not apply: two years - ANSWER-All records, reports and certificates relative to continuing education hours must be maintained by the licensee for at least: License & renewal license - ANSWER-The dental hygienist must display in their place of employment which of the following: $25 - ANSWER-What is the fee for a duplicate dental hygiene license? Place sulcular antibiotic agents which are not resorbable - ANSWER-Hygienists may perform all but one of the following functions: True - ANSWER-North Carolina Area Health Education Centers are considered Board approved education sponsors. Polish the clinical crowns of the teeth with a slow speed handpiece rotating not more than 10,000 rpms and an appropriate polishing paste - ANSWER-With proper training and the completion of a 7 hour course, a Dental Assistant II can do which of the following: $50 - ANSWER-A late fee of ______ is levied on the hygienist who fails to renew their license before Jan 31st of each year. True - ANSWER-As a dental hygiene school, CPCC may conduct hygiene classes off- campus and must notify the Dental Board of the location and nature of each off campus course location, the names of the students assigned thereto and the names and qualifications of all instructors functioning. False - ANSWER-The Dental Assistant II may perform sulcular irrigation Mail CE certificates to the State Board on a yearly basis - ANSWER-When reporting continuing education the hygienist must do all but one of the following: Four - ANSWER-As a full time employee of the NC Dept. of Health as a hygienist in public health, how many hours of continuing education can you have credited for license renewal each year? True - ANSWER-If a dental hygiene applicant for license renewal fails to provide proof of completion of reported continuing education hours, the Board may refuse to issue a renewal certificate. four - ANSWER-As a full time faculty member engaged in the education of dental hygiene students, how many hours of continuing education can you have credited for license renewal each year? Required to follow a comprehensive and practical infection control program at all times - ANSWER-Dentists are: Expose radiographs on a patient - ANSWER-Mary Floss has no previous training or experience as a dental assistant but has been hired by a dental practice for on the job training as a Dental Assistant I. She can perform all but one of the following procedures: False - ANSWER-Reading the Journal of Dental Hygiene, since it is a refereed, peer reviewed publication of the ADHA, for 6 hours will fulfill the continuing education requirement for dental hygiene license renewal. True - ANSWER-A dental hygiene license becomes void if not renewed by March 31st. True - ANSWER-Dental hygiene schools may conduct off-campus hygiene classes in which dental hygiene services are provided to members of the public at Board approved sites. This includes state or county health department and area health education centers Direct control and supervision meaning the dentist assigns the tasks and is personally responsible for the outcome of the tasks - ANSWER-The dental assistant II works under which type of dental supervision: The employee & the patient - ANSWER-The board requires that comfortable and sanitary conditions be maintained for: True - ANSWER-The Board will decide whether to grant or deny a request from an individual for an administrative hearing seven - ANSWER-What is the number of instructional hours required of a dental assistant who wishes to assist a dentist in the administration of nitrous oxide-oxygen inhalant sedation? True - ANSWER-A minimal conscious sedation permit is Not required for minor psychosedatives used for anxiolysis prescribed for administration outside the dental office when pre-procedure instructions are likely to be followed. True - ANSWER-A lawfully qualified nurse or anesthetist may induce conscious sedation under supervision and direction of a dentist or physician 90 days (three months) - ANSWER-A dentist who meets the requirements to administer moderate conscious sedation may be granted temporary approval prior to the office (site) inspection. This temporary approval is valid no longer than ______