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ELCS
Test II
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Professional
09/07/2010

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Term
What percentage of chairside movements are made by the assistant?
Definition
- 92%
Term
What are the 4 steps for work simplification in 4-handed dentistry?
Definition

- Rearrange

- Eliminate

- Combine

- Simplify

Term
By how much does 4-handed dentistry increase production?
Definition
- 100%
Term
By how much does 4-handed dentistry decrease stress and fatigue?
Definition
- 50-70%
Term
Motion Classifications
Definition

I - fingers only

II - fingers, wrist

III - fingers, wrist, elbow

IV - entire arm from shoulder

V - entire arm and twisting of body

Term
Areas of Activity
Definition

8-11 = Operator

11-2 = Static Zone

2-5 = Assistant

5-8 = Transfer Zone

Term
With which fingers should the assistant hold the instrument (during instrument transfer)?
Definition
- thumb and first 2 fingers
Term
Which end of the instrument should be held by the assistant (during instrument transfer)?
Definition
- the opposite end that will be used by the operator
Term
The assistant should hold the instrument ___ with the instrument being used by the operator.
Definition
- parallel
Term
While holding the instrument ready to be transferred, which fingers should be extended in order to receive the instrument from the operator?
Definition
- 3rd and small (i.e., ring and pinkie) fingers
Term
How should an instrument be held by an operator?
Definition
- with a pen grip, using a 3rd finger rest
Term
How should the operator signal for the next instrument?
Definition
- lifting instrument from tooth in class I movement
Term
Who developed the cavity classification system?
Definition
- Dr. G.V. Black
Term
What factor determines the classification of a cavity?
Definition
- the tooth surface(s) involved
Term
Where do Class I lesions occur?
Definition

- occlusal pits and grooves (premolars and molars)

- buccal/lingual pits and grooves (molars)

- lingual pits of maxillary incisors, usually near cingulum

Term
What are all the possible designations (pertaining to tooth surface) for a Class I lesion?
Definition

O

OL

OB

BOL

Term
What is a class II lesion?
Definition

- the extension of a class I to the proximal surfaces of molars and premolars

- class II lesions can involve all surfaces, but must at least involve 1 proximal + 1 non-proximal surface

Term
Class III Lesion
Definition
- on an anterior, any lesion that ivolves a proximal surface but NOT the incisal edge
Term
Class IV Lesion
Definition
- on anteriors, any lesion that occurs on proximal surface and incisal edge
Term
A class V restoration is also known as a __ __ restoration.
Definition
- smooth surface
Term
Where do class V lesions occur?
Definition

- cervical 1/3 on the F/L of any tooth

- on root, near CEJ

Term
What is the rarest class of lesion?
Definition
- class VI
Term
What causes a class VI lesion?
Definition
- enamel defects
Term
Where do class VI lesions occur?
Definition

- anteriors: incisal edge

- posteriors: cusp tip

Term
For which classes of preparation is a matrix system used?
Definition

- II, III, and IV

(only those involving proximal surfaces)

Term
What are 3 purposes of a matrix system?
Definition

- to serve as a replacement wall during insertion of restorative material

- to restore proper contour to proximal surface

- to restore proper contact with adjacent teeth

Term
What is the name of the device that holds a matrix band in position?
Definition

- Tofflemire retainer

 

OR

 

- Universal Retainer

Term
Where is the universal retainer positioned relative to the tooth being restored?
Definition

- on the buccal side

(retainers not generally used for anterior teeth, though a matrix band might)

Term
What purpose does the outer knob of a universal retainer serve?
Definition
- tightens/loosens spindle w/in diagonal slot
Term
What purpose does the inner knob of a Tofflemire retainer serve?
Definition
- to increase/decrease the circumference of the matrix band loop
Term
What is a spindle (on a universal retainer)?
Definition
- a screw-like pin that holds the ends of the matrix band w/in the diagonal slot
Term
Toward which direction should the diagonal slot of a Toffemire retainer be positioned?
Definition
- the gingiva
Term
On a matrix band, the portion with the larger circumference should be positioned at the __ surface of the tooth.
Definition
- occlusal
Term
What type of material is used to make matrix bands?
Definition

- posterior: thin, flexible stainless steel

- anterior: celluloid or mylar

Term
When is a wedge required for restorations?
Definition
- when restoring a class II lesion on a surface that has another tooth adjacent to it
Term
What is the purpose of a wedge?
Definition

- restores proper contour

- restores proper contact

- prevents gingival overhang

Term
What shapes can wedges have?
Definition

- round

- triangular

Term
What materials can wedges be made out of?
Definition

- wood

- plastic

Term
From which surface is the wedge slid into position?
Definition

- posterior: lingual

- anterior: side opposite prep

Term
Toward which direction is the triangular base of the wedge positioned?
Definition
- gingival
Term

The wedge base and the cervical border of the matrix band should be just __ to the prep box floor.

(occlusal or cervical)

Definition

- cervical

 

(if it were occlusal to the prep box floor, the filling would leak out, duh)

Term

It is important that the occlusal border of the matrix band be just __ of where the marginal ridge will be.

(occlusal or cervical)

Definition
- occlusal
Term
Wedges should be placed with what instrument?
Definition
- hemostats or cotton pliers
Term
The right guide channel on a Tofflemire retainer should be used for which quadrant(s)?
Definition

- Maxillary Right and Mandibular Left

 

(positioned with open end of "U" or diagonal slot on top and facing toward you)

Term
What is burnishing?
Definition
- using an instrument (a burnisher, duh) to smooth, polish the portion of the matrix band against which filling material will be placed
Term
How should a matrix band be removed?
Definition

1) loosen outer knob of retainer

2) remove retainer

3) continue to carve until amalgam is hard

4) remove matrix band one proximal surface at a time

5) resume carving

Term
For which class(es) of restoration are plastic matrix bands used?
Definition

- III and IV

 

(anteriors)

Term

A plastic matrix should be positioned __ etching and bonding.

(before or after)

Definition
- before
Term
Why are anterior matrix bands made of plastic?
Definition
- so the curing light can shine through
Term
What is an alternative to a universal matrix system?
Definition

- automatrix system

 

(no retainer used; bands come in different sizes, materials; coil-like locking mechanism manipulated by wrench)

Term
What are the purposes of suction?
Definition

- to control water used as coolant (from hi-speed)

- to control debris (from slo-speed)

- to remove fluids from mouth

- to prevent moisture contamination of materials

Term
What type of grasp should be used to hold the suction?
Definition
- thumb to nose
Term
Which should be positioned first, the suction or the handpiece?
Definition
- the suction
Term
Relative to the posterior tooth being restored, where should the suction be placed?
Definition

- the opening should be parallel to buccal or lingual surface

- one edge of the opening should be even w/ the occlusal surface

- should be held as close to tooth as possible w/o touching soft tissue

Term
Relative to the anterior tooth being restored, where should the suction be placed?
Definition

- parallel w/ labial or lingual surface (opposite surface of restoration)

- bisect incisal edge (what?)

Term
Generally, when working on the patient's right, suction should be held on the __ surface, and when on patient's left, suction should be held on the __ surface.
Definition

- lingual

- buccal

Term
When working with a right-handed operator, in which hand should the assistant hold the suction?
Definition
- right
Term
What are the 4 sections of a central processing area?
Definition

1) Receiving, sorting, cleaning and decontamination

2) preparation and packaging

3) sterilization

4) storage

Term
What is a critical dental instrument?
Definition

- penetrates soft tissue or bone

- carries greates risk of transmitting infection

Term
What is a semi-critical instrument?
Definition
- touches mucous membrane or non-intact skin
Term
What types of instruments must be heat-sterilized?
Definition
- critical and semi-critical
Term
What is a noncritical instrument?
Definition

- only touches intact skin

- carries least risk of transmitting infection

Term
What type of disinfectant should be used to clean noncritical instruments soiled with blood?
Definition
- EPA-registered hospital disinfectant w/ tuberculoidal claim
Term
In which section of the instrument processing area is PPE required?
Definition

- the receiving, sorting, cleaning and decontamination area

 

(gloves, mask, eye protection, gown)

Term
How should instruments be arranged in an instrument cassette?
Definition
- in order of use
Term
How long should instrument cassettes be processed in the ultrasonic? Loose instruments?
Definition

- 3-20 minutes

- 3-6 minutes

Term
What type of solution should be used in an ultrasonic?
Definition
- enzymatic (not household cleaners)
Term
The burs and bur block should be placed in what type of solution for cleaning?
Definition
- sodium nitrate
Term
Which instruments cannot be placed in ultrasonic?
Definition
- handpieces
Term
Sterilization bags must have what kind of indicators?
Definition
- internal and external
Term
What 3 methods are used to sterilize instruments?
Definition

- steam under pressure (autoclaving)

- dry heat

- unsaturated chemical vapor

Term
Why should sterilized instrument packs be allowed to dry and cool inside the sterilization chamber?
Definition
- hot packs act as wicks, absorbing moisture and bacteria from hands
Term
What is the standard temperature and pressure for heat sterilization?
Definition

- 15 psi

- 250 degrees F

Term
For how long should instruments be sterilized?
Definition

light loads (hand pieces, rinn or snap-a-rays, ultrasonic tips, cotton products) - 15 min

heavy loads (cassettes, bagged instruments) - 30 min

surgical instruments - 45 min

Term
What is a flash cycle?
Definition

- sterilization at 270 degrees F for 3 minutes (unwrapped) or 7 minutes (wrapped)

- not recommended; for emergencies only

Term
How long should instruments dry in the autoclave?
Definition
- 20-45 min
Term
What kind of water should be used in sterilization machines?
Definition
- distilled
Term
What is the standard temperature used in a statim cycle?
Definition
- 270 degrees F
Term
What is the cycle time for a statim?
Definition

- wrapped cycle = 4-10 min

(do not use unwrapped cycle)

- overall time (including drying?) = 45 min

Term
For what instruments is a statim normally used?
Definition

- handpieces

- bur blocks

- porcelain polishing kits

Term
What is the ADA recommendation for the acceptable amount of bacteria in a dental unit waterline?
Definition
< 200 CFU (colony forming units) / mL
Term
After use, how soon do bacteria begin to colonize in dental unit water lines?
Definition
- w/in 5 days
Term
What chemical germicides must be used to treat dental unit waterlines?
Definition

- chlorine compounds

- silver

- iodine

- hydrogen peroxide

Term
Devices that are connected to the dental unit waterline should be flushed for how long after each patient?
Definition
- 20-30 seconds
Term
What devices are connected to the dental unit waterline?
Definition

- hi-speed handpiece

- air/water syringe

- ultrasonic scaler

Term
What are the 4 components of listening?
Definition

1) hearing message (sensing)

2) interpreting message

3) evaluating message content

4) retaining and responding to message

Term
What are some barriers to effective listening?
Definition

- faking attention

- internal and external noise

- arrogance and disrespect

- lack of interest

- thought speed

Term
What is active listening?
Definition
- responding verbally and nonverbally
Term
What are the methods of active listening?
Definition

1) paraphrase

2) express understanding

3) ask questions

4) communicate nonverbally

Term
What are the 2 main purposes of providing feedback?
Definition

1) verbal and nonverbal support

2) address content of message or specific behavior

Term
Staph Non-Aureus
Definition

- commensal = normal skin inhabitant; does not benefit or harm host

 

- opportunistic pathogen

      - IV drug users

      - newborns

      - elderly

      - catheters

Term
Staph Aureus
Definition

- 30% carriers (on skin, in nose)

 

- colonization rates greater with...

     - type I diabetes

     - IV drug users

     - AIDS

     - dermatologic conditions

     - hemodialysis

 

Term
What types of infections are caused by staph aureus?
Definition

- skin (pimples)

- surgical wound infections

- blood infections

- pneumonia

Term
To which type of antibiotics is staph aureus resistant?
Definition
- beta-lactam (including penicillin)
Term
What factors have led to increased anti-biotic resistance?
Definition

- indiscriminate use (overuse, improper dosing, poor adherence)

- noncompliance w/ infection control

- antibiotics in food

Term
To which type of anti-biotic is MRSA resistant?
Definition
- methicillin
Term
What is the treatment of choice for HA-MRSA?
Definition
- IV vancomycin
Term
What percentage of hospital patients are infected with MRSA?
Definition
- 5-10%
Term
How many deaths from MRSA occur each year in hospitals? In the community?
Definition

- 19,000

- 99,000

Term
What are the risk factors for HA-MRSA?
Definition

- hospitalization

- surgery

- indwelling devices

- dialysis

- long-term care

- history of MRSA

Term
What are the criteria for determining if someone has CA-MRSA (and not HA-MRSA)?
Definition
- MRSA culture in outpatient setting OR in 1st 48 hours of hospital stay AND pt lacks risk factors for HA-MRSA
Term
What does a MRSA infection look like?
Definition

- typically presents as skin infection (77% of time)

- abscesses, pustular lesions, boils

Term
What % of healthcare workers are carriers of MRSA?
Definition
- 5%
Term
What populations are most at-risk for CA-MRSA?
Definition

- atheletes

- prisoners

- military

- kids

Term
For which category of hospital staff is MRSA most prevalent?
Definition
- nurses (9.6%)
Term
What are the 5 C's of CA-MRSA Transmission?
Definition

- contact (direct, skin-skin)

- cleanliness

- compromised skin integrity

- contaminated objects

- crowded living

Term
4 recommendations for MRSA prevention
Definition

- hand hygiene

- wound coverage / bandage disposal

- eliminate sharing (equipiment, etc.)

- clean facilities

Term
What common disinfectants can kill MRSA?
Definition

- alchohol (>60% content)

- bleach

Term
For how long can MRSA survive on sterile packaging?
Definition
- up to 38 weeks
Term
To kill staph aureus or MRSA with CaviWipes, for how long should surfaces remain "wet" ?
Definition

- staph aureus = 3 minutes

- MRSA = 2 minutes

Term
What are the restrictions on healthcare workers who are carriers of MRSA?
Definition
- none (until linked to transmission)
Term
What are the restrictions for healthcare workers who have MRSA presenting as draining lesions?
Definition
- restrict from contact w/ pt or pt environment until lesions gone
Term
What % of SSTI's are MRSA-related?
Definition
- 59%
Term
What are 3 options for office policy regarding MRSA?
Definition
  1. cover, keep clean
  2. get cleared by physician (policy @ UAB)
  3. eradication (antibiotics until MRSA can't be cultured)
Term
What % of the community carries MRSA?
Definition
- 1%
Term
BBP (Blood Borne Pathogen)
Definition
- microorganism present in blood that is able to cause disease
Term
OPIM
Definition

- other potentially infectious material

- cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, peritoneal fluid, pericardial fluid, pleural fluid, amniotic fluid, semen, vaginal secretions, breast milk

Term
True or False: saliva is assumed to be contaminated with blood.
Definition
- true
Term
What are the big 3 BBP's?
Definition

- hep B

- hep C

- HIV

Term
Rank potential routes of BBP transmission in order of greates risk: DCHP to pt, pt to pt, pt to DCHP
Definition
pt to DCHP > DCHP to pt > pt to pt
Term
Factors necessary for DHCP to transmit BBPs:
Definition

- viremia (presence of virus in blood)

- injury (exposure of DCHP blood or infectious fluids)

- entry of DCHP blood or infectious fluid to pt portal of entry

Term
How are BBPs transmitted at work?
Definition

- cuts or punctures

- splashes to mucous membranes (eyes, nose, mouth)

- contamination of non-intact skin

Term
What are the symptoms of Hep B ?
Definition

- jaundice (icterus)

- fever

- abd pain

- enlargement of liver

- cirrhosis

- liver cancer

Term
How many infected w/ HBV show no symptoms?
Definition
- 30%
Term
How many americans are chronically infected w/ HBV?
Definition
- 1.25 million
Term
Which of the big 3 is most likely to be transmitted by needlestick or exposure to blood or OPIM?
Definition
- HBV
Term
What is the % chance that HBV is transmitted via needlestick?
Definition
- 30%
Term
How long can HBV survive in dried blood or OMIP?
Definition
- more than a week
Term
What are methods of prevention of HBV transmission at work?
Definition

- vaccination

- standard precautions

- cleaning, disinfecting

Term
What is the procedure for HBV vaccination?
Definition

- 3 doses

- test for antibodies 1-2 months after doses

- if inadequate, repeat

- test again 1-2 months later (50% will now have adequate antibodies, others are screwed)

Term
How many americans are chronically infected w/ HCV?
Definition
- 3.2 million
Term
What are the symptoms of HCV?
Definition

- jaundice

- abd pain

- fever

- enlargement of liver

- flu symptoms

- cirrhosis

- liver cancer

Term
What is the chance of being infected with HCV from a needlestick?
Definition
- 2%
Term
What is the most likely way to transmit HCV in the workplace?
Definition
- hollow-bore needlestick
Term
For how long can HCV survive on environmental surfaces (in dried blood)?
Definition
- 4 days
Term
What type of white blood cells are affected by HIV?
Definition
- CD4+ T cells
Term
What is the time range for symptom onset of symptoms for the big 3?
Definition

HBV = 3 months (30% asymptomatic)

 

HCV = 6+ months (80% asymptomatic)

 

HIV = maybe years

 

Term
What are the early symptoms of HIV?
Definition
- similar to flu
Term
How do you prevent HIV transmission in the workplace?
Definition
- standard precautions
Term
What is the chance of getting HIV from a needlestick? From mucous membrane exposure?
Definition

- 0.3%

- 0.09%

Term
For how long does HIV survive on environmental surfaces (in dried blood or OPIM)?
Definition
- it doesn't
Term
What qualifies as an incident, and to whom are incidents reported at UAB?
Definition

- any harm to anyone

- Kathleen Dively

Term
What are the ways to prevent BBP transmission in the workplace?
Definition

- work practice controls (use intruments instead of fingers to retract, recap needles w/ 1 hand, etc.)

- engineering controls (sharps containers, devices w/ safety features, etc.)

- PPE

Term
Protocol for a needlestick incident
Definition
  1. force bleeding of wound and wash w/ soap and water
  2. inform pt of incident and ask for blood test (obtain verbal consent for HIV, HBV, HCV tests)
  3. Inform Clinical Operations Office
  4. Inform employee health and arrange for pt to go there
  5. return to SOD to finish treatment
Term
What are the risk factors for HIV transmission after percutaneous injury?
Definition

- deep injury

- visible blood on device

- needle in artery/vein

- terminal illness in pt

Term
If an instrument is lost down the pharynx, what is the chance that it has been aspirated?
Definition
13%
Term
Dental Articulator
Definition
- mechanical instrument that represents the TMJs to which maxillary and mandibular casts may be attached to simulate mandibular movements
Term
What 3 mandibular movements does the dental articulator simulate?
Definition

- open/close

- right/left

- protrusive/retrusive

Term
Glenoid Fossae
Definition
- areas of temporal bone that articulate w/ condyles of mandible (where mandible meets skull)
Term
For each pt, there is a 3D relationship between the __ and the __.
Definition
maxillary teeth and glenoid fossae
Term
Facebow Record
Definition
- 3D anatomic record that relates maxillary teeth to external auditory meatus
Term
What part of the articulator represents the TMJ?
Definition
- condylar element
Term
Facebow
Definition
- instrument used to record spacial relationship of maxillary arch to anatomic reference points and transfer this relationship to articulator
Term
List the steps for facebow preparation
Definition

- disinfect earpices

- center nasion relator assembly on crossbar

- attach indirect transfer assembly

- loosen screw on center of facebow (8604)

- loosen screws on transfer assembly: bite fork screw first (8640 then 8643)

Term
What are 2 ways to cool the wax record?
Definition

- before removal, spray with air

- after removal, run under cool water

Term
After removal of the wax registration, what should be checked for?
Definition

- soft tissue

- deep occlusal registrations

Term
What are the steps for positioning the facebow on the patient?
Definition
  1. explain procedure
  2. place bite fork (w/ cotton rolls)
  3. slide toggle onto bite fork shaft while pt holds side arms
  4. tighten facebow thumb screw
  5. position nasion and tighten screw
  6. push toggle on fork shaft until it is near lips
  7. hold face bow with 1 hand and tighten toggle screw on fork shaft w/ other
  8. tighten last screw
Term
What are the steps for removing the facebow?
Definition
  1. loosen nasion thumb screw and slide nasion back
  2. w/ pt holding arms, loosen facebow screw
  3. have pt pull earpieces while you remove bite fork
  4. disinfect portions that were in mouth (rinse, spray (10 min), rinse)
Term
Before mounting the casts on the articulator, the immediate side shift should be set at __.
Definition
0
Term
If the cast will need to be recovered and replaced, what should be placed on cast?
Definition
- indices
Term
For how long should a cast be soaked before mounting?
Definition
5 minutes
Term
For mounting stone, what is the working time? Mixing time? Setting expansion?
Definition

- 2-3 minutes

- 30 seconds

- .08%

Term
What are the rubber band-like parts of the articulator?
Definition
- bilateral elastics
Term
Before mounting, make sure the __ latch is engaged.
Definition
- centric
Term
When mounting the mandibular cast, it should be placed on the maxillary cast in what occlusal relationship?
Definition
- maximum intercuspation
Term
The magnetic facebow fork support (helicopter) rests on what apparatus?
Definition
- transfer base assembly
Term
What do I have in my pocket right now?
Definition
4 marbles and a guitar pick
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