Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice
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Course Introduction
Dental Hygiene Theory and Practice provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the principles and techniques essential to the dental hygiene profession. The course explores the scientific basis of oral health care, covering topics such as oral anatomy, disease prevention, infection control, and patient assessment. Emphasis is placed on developing clinical competencies through both theoretical learning and hands-on practice in performing dental hygiene procedures. Students will also examine ethical considerations, communication skills, and the importance of patient education in promoting oral health and overall well-being.
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Community Oral Health Practice for the Dental Hygienis 3rd Edition by Geurink
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Chapter 1: Peoples Health
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Q1) According to the plan,the next version of Healthy People 2020 will be Healthy People: A)2021.
B)2023.
C)2025.
D)2030.
Answer: D
Q2) Which public health component is equivalent to diagnosis in private practice?
A)Survey
B)Analysis
C)Program planning
D)Program evaluation
Answer: B
Q3) About __% of adults have had tooth decay by the time they reach their early 40s. A)50
B)75
C)90
D)99
Answer: D
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Chapter 2: Careers in Public Health for the Dental Hygienist
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Q1) Which of the following credentials will allow dental hygienists to provide diagnostic,preventive,restorative,and therapeutic services directly to the public without supervision by a dentist?
A)Dental therapist (DT)
B)Community dental health coordinator (CDHC)
C)Dental health aide therapist (DHAT)
D)Advanced dental hygiene practitioner (ADHP)
Answer: D
Q2) Although the services provided by dental therapists vary from country to county,most include preventive measures,emergency treatment,and:
A)surgical extractions.
B)basic restorative procedures.
C)dental implants.
D)root canals.
Answer: B
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Chapter 3: Assessment in the Community
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Q1) Which of the following is an example of quantitative rather than qualitative data?
A)Information gleaned from personal interviews
B)Descriptions of traditions and the history of a community
C)The percentage of children with dental sealants
D)Information gathered from participant observations or focus groups
Answer: C
Q2) Which of the following is true of the set of core competencies for public health professionals that was developed by the Council on Linkages Between Academia and Public Health Practice?
A)They are intended for academic institutions and training providers to develop curricula and course content and were not meant to be used in practice settings.
B)The competencies are divided into eight domains.
C)This effort of the council focuses on core competencies as they apply to three different categories of professional positions.
D)a and b
E)b and c
Answer: E
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Chapter 4: Measuring Progress in Oral Health
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Q1) Healthy People 2020 targets reductions in adverse social and physical determinants as important areas for assessment and _______ to improve health in the coming decade.
A)analysis
B)intervention
C)data collection
D)surveys
Q2) Which of the following is a clinical data collection method for a community oral health assessment?
A)Self-administered questionnaire
B)Face to face personal interview
C)Basic screenings
D)Telephone interview
Q3) The _____________________________ has released a comprehensive set of national public health objectives each decade since 1980.
A)U.S.Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
B)National Institute of Health (NIH)
C)National Board of Public Health Examiners (NBPHE)
D)World Health Organization (WHO)
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Chapter 5: Population Health
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Q1) Which of the following groups of children age 6 to 8 years had the highest level of untreated dental caries in 1999 to 2004?
A)African American children
B)Mexican American children
C)White children
Q2) Which of the following groups of older adults in the United States was least likely to have private dental coverage in 2004?
A)White
B)African American
C)Hispanic
Q3) Which of the following ethnic groups was most likely to have indicated an annual dental visit in 2004 according to the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS)?
A)African American
B)Hispanic
C)American Indian and Alaskan Native
D)Asian and Pacific Islander
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Chapter 6: Oral Health Programs in the Community
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Q1) The fastest growing segment of the population in the United States is:
A)children.
B)adolescents.
C)young adults.
D)older adults.
Q2) School-based pit and fissure sealant programs reduce dental caries as much as __%.
A)50
B)60
C)70
D)80
Q3) Which of the following has been recognized as one of the top ten public health measures of the 20th century?
A)Cosmetic bonding
B)Fluoridation of water
C)Silver dental amalgam
D)Porcelain fused to metal crowns
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Chapter 7: Research
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Q1) The P value:
A)indicates a range of values within which the parameters of the population have a probability of lying.
B)states how likely it is that the study could have come to a false scientific conclusion.
C)determines how many subjects are needed to provide significance.
D)occurs when the researcher rejects a null hypothesis when it is true.
Q2) The _______ is the average of the group.
A)mean
B)median
C)mode
D)standard deviation
Q3) During data collection,it is important to use calibrated instruments that are valid and:
A)sophisticated.
B)honored.
C)reliable.
D)justified.
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Chapter 8: Health Promotion and Health Communication
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Q1) The view that oral health problems are primarily the patient's problem and that the patient must be educated on how to improve oral health:
A)is doomed to failure because it skips directly to a generic intervention.
B)is recommended because it is a cognitive approach.
C)does not assess or validate the patient's point of view or health beliefs.
D)a and c
Q2) Which concept of the diffusion of innovations theory helps us tailor innovation to the intended audience's values,norms,or situation?
A)Relative advantage
B)Compatibility
C)Complexity
D)Observability
Q3) The Ottawa Charter identifies three basic health promotion strategies: advocacy for health,enabling people to achieve their full health potential,and:
A)reducing disparities in the health care delivery system.
B)mediating different societal interests in pursuit of health.
C)removing the barriers that deny access to the health care system.
D)thriving as citizens.
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Chapter 9: Social Responsibility
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Q1) The messages obtained by the public regarding oral health issues are judged primarily on:
A)their content.
B)whether the person providing the information is someone who inspires trust.
C)the mode of delivery.
D)Internet research.
Q2) For every adult with medical insurance,how many adults are without dental insurance?
A)One
B)Two
C)Three
D)Four
Q3) In public health settings,which may include clinics,schools,and health fair screenings,the atmosphere is often ______ structured and _______ chaotic at times,thus necessitating greater attention to patient confidentiality.
A)more;more
B)more;less
C)less;more
D)less;less
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Chapter 10: Cultural Competency
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Q1) According to the final recommendations on National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS)in health care,guidelines are:
A)current federal requirements for all recipients of federal funds.
B)suggestions by the Office of Minority Health (OMH)for voluntary adoption by health care organizations.
C)activities recommended by OMH for adoption as mandates by federal,state,and national accrediting agencies.
Q2) Which of the following ethnic groups is the largest percentage of the population according to the Census Bureau (2000)?
A)Black/African American
B)Asian American/Pacific Islander
C)Hispanic/Latino
D)American Indian/Alaskan Native
Q3) The "R" in the acronym of the LEARN model stands for:
A)respect.
B)recommend.
C)remunerate.
D)replace.
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Chapter 11: Service-Learning
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Q1) In service-learning,student course objectives are referred to as learning objectives (LO),and they originate from:
A)the guidelines of the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)Standards for Dental Hygiene Education Programs.
B)Healthy People 2020.
C)dental hygiene competencies developed by the Section on Dental Hygiene Education of the American Dental Education Association (ADEA).
D)a and c
Q2) Which of the following is the aim of reflection of one of the essential components of service-learning (SL)?
A)The aim of reflection is to draw meaning from the experience.
B)The aim of reflection is to develop skills of criticizing for the sake of being critical.
C)Reflection involves self-appraisal and societal appraisal.
D)a and c
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Chapter 12: Planning a Student Community Project With Head Start
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Q1) Which of the following is the most common health defect in Head Start children?
A)Asthma
B)Dental decay
C)Juvenile diabetes
D)Obesity
Q2) The 2007 Reauthorization of Head Start allows Head Start programs to serve up to __% of children whose family income is up to 130% of the federal poverty level (FPL).
A)20
B)35
C)50
D)65
Q3) Dental hygienists and dental hygiene students interested in working with Head Start programs should contact their ______________________ to determine the level of services presently being offered and how best to organize efforts and get involved.
A)component dental hygiene organization
B)state senator or representative
C)state dental hygienists' association
D)a and c
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