EVOLVE MOCK EXAM

Question 1

intermittent blinking, mouth movements, blank stare and non responsiveness are symptoms of

Answer 1

petit mal seizure

Question 2

surgical removal of diseased gingival tissues

Answer 2

gingivectomy

Question 3

in which notation are primary teeth numbered A to T

Answer 3

universal

Question 4

a short acting local anesthetic lasts less than

Answer 4

30 minutes

Question 5

an antibiotic does what

Answer 5

kills or inhibits the growth of micro-organisms

Question 6

which describes a physical protection associated with saliva

Answer 6

dilutes and removes acid components from dental biofilm

Question 7

what technique is used to replace the needle guard on the syringe

Answer 7

one handed scoop or recapping device

Question 8

walkout statements are provided to

Answer 8

pt’s who do not pay in full

Question 9

which ingredient in local anesthetic solution prolongs the effect of anesthetic

Answer 9

vasoconstrictor

Question 10

decay diagnosed on the incised edge of anterior teeth is class

Answer 10

IV

Question 11

if an alginate impression remains in the open air, moisture will evaporate from the material and result in

Answer 11

shrinking and distortion

Question 12

genetic abnormality in which there are defects in the enamel formation is

Answer 12

amelogenisis imperfecta

Question 13

what procedure removes defects and restores the normal contour of bone

Answer 13

osseous surgery

Question 14

correct sequence for placing sealants

Answer 14

isolate clean etch

Question 15

how many wedges are required for a MOD

Answer 15

2

Question 16

type 1 cements are classified as a

Answer 16

luting agent

Question 17

matrix retainer is placed where and the wedge is placed where

Answer 17

buccal; from the lingual at the proximal service involved

Question 18

handpick that operates forward and backward and supports a variety of attachments

Answer 18

low speed

Question 19

permanent dental record is a legal document that cannot be used for which purpose

Answer 19

as a means to solicit business for another dental practice

Question 20

a stabilizing finger that reduces the possibility of slipping or traumatizing tissue is a

Answer 20

fulcrum

Question 21

an alert or serious illness or allergy should be noted in what manner on the clinical record

Answer 21

inside the record in a discreet but obvious manner such as with a brightly coloured label

Question 22

measures depth of gingival sulcus

Answer 22

periodontal probe

Question 23

advantages of using an auto mix dental cement system

Answer 23

exact measurement of material, easy mix and application, easy cleanup disadvantage it tastes bad

Question 24

which wax is used to extend the borders of an impression tray

Answer 24

utility wax

Question 25

enforced by HIPAA act

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encryption of software, security awareness for training staff, computer fire walls

Question 26

a vital bleaching tray is constructed with

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lighter gauge plastic that does not require a spacer or handle

Question 27

retention pins are used to

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add strength to a core buildup

Question 28

what medication is an anticoagulant

Answer 28

(blood thinner) Coumadin

Question 29

dentist applies direct digital pressure above the root apex in which test

Answer 29

palpation

Question 30

pt is instructed to breath into a paper bag or cupped hands to manage

Answer 30

hyperventilation

Question 31

what occurs when an alginate impression is stored in water or a very wet paper towel

Answer 31

imbibition

Question 32

the second soft tapping sound the heart produces is the

Answer 32

diastolic reading

Question 33

what is the first thing you should ask a pt who displayed symptoms of hypoglycaemia and is conscious

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when did you last eat and did you take insulin

Question 34

when assisting in collection efforts, it is inconsiderate to phone the debtor after

Answer 34

8pm

Question 35

endodontic instrument used to curette the inside of the tooth to the base of the pulp chamber

Answer 35

long shank spoon excavator

Question 36

periodontal pocket marker appears similar in design to

Answer 36

cotton pliers

Question 37

how many teeth in the arch of a primary dentition

Answer 37

10

Question 38

what colour is the nitrous oxide tank

Answer 38

blue

Question 39

what gypsum product is commonly used to fabricate a diagnostic study model for a case presentation

Answer 39

plaster

Question 40

intermediate restoration can be placed for what reasons

Answer 40

financial reasons, while waiting for permanent restoration, to wait and determine the health of a tooth

Question 41

purpose of aspiration prior to administration of local anesthetic

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avoid injecting into a blood vessel

Question 42

commonly used for irrigation during end treatment

Answer 42

sodium hypochlorite

Question 43

instrument used to strictly scale surfaces in the anterior region of the mouth

Answer 43

straight sickle scaler

Question 44

what is a schedule II narcotic

Answer 44

demerol

Question 45

aspirin is considered a

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nonsterioidal anti inflammatory drug

Question 46

most frequently used substance in a medical emergency

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oxygen

Question 47

indication for tooth whitening

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aged teeth, extrinsic stains intrinsic stains

Question 48

which teeth generally have 2 roots

Answer 48

mandibular first molars

Question 49

normal adult respiration rate is

Answer 49

10-20 breaths per minute

Question 50

a hemisection is the surgical removal of

Answer 50

the root and the crown by cutting through each lengthwise

Question 51

which teeth typically have 2 roots and five cusps, three on the buccal and 2 on the lingual

Answer 51

mandibular first molar

Question 52

necrotic tissue is removed from the lining of the periodontal pocket in which procedure

Answer 52

gingival curettage

Question 53

what is used in a deep cavity prep to prevent thermal shock

Answer 53

dental base

Question 54

contraindications for the use of the ultrasonic scaler

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pt with communicable disease, pt with respiratory problems, pt susceptible to infections

Question 55

water to powder ratio of an adult mandibular impression

Answer 55

2:2

Question 56

what prevents cholesterol from oxidizing and damaging arteries

Answer 56

antioxidants

Question 57

advantages of ZOE

Answer 57

nonirritating to the pulp, can be used for permanent or temporary cementation

Question 58

living jawbone naturally grown around an implant is called

Answer 58

osseointegration

Question 59

only nutrients that can build and repair body tissues are

Answer 59

proteins

Question 60

what type of radiation is most useful to the pt

Answer 60

primary

Question 61

which film provides a wide view of the maxilla and mandible

Answer 61

panoramic

Question 62

digital radiography requires ___ x-radiation then conventional radiography because the sensor is ___ sensitive to X-rays than conventional film

Answer 62

less; more

Question 63

radiographs taken at a higher kVp will have ___ compared to ones taken at a lower kVp

Answer 63

long scale contrast

Question 64

the collimator restricts

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the size and shape of the X-ray beam

Question 65

type of base placed to soothe the pulp that has been irritated by decay, injury or trauma

Answer 65

sedative

Question 66

what can be used under all types of restorative materials

Answer 66

calcium hydroxide

Question 67

cavity varnish is placed under/over the liner or insulating base

Answer 67

over

Question 68

zinc phosphate cement is used as a

Answer 68

luting agent for permanent restorations

Question 69

cement that ends directly with enamel, dentin and metallic restorations

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glass ionomer

Question 70

properly mixed polycarboxylate cement should appear

Answer 70

glossy

Question 71

max allowable amount of nitrous oxide in dental environment is

Answer 71

50ppm