ADEX Dental Hygiene Process of Care 4

Question 1

Which of the following is the PRIMARY goal of the evaluation phase in the dental hygiene process of care?

Accepted Answer

Assessing whether goals established in the care plan were achieved

Answer

Evaluation compares outcomes to the goals set during care planning to determine treatment effectiveness and the need for modification.

Question 2

A patient has generalized 5–6 mm probing depths with bone loss on radiographs. After initial therapy, reassessment reveals probing depths of 3–4 mm. What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

The patient has responded favorably and maintenance can be considered

Answer

Reduction of probing depths to 3–4 mm following initial therapy indicates a positive clinical response, and the patient may transition to a supportive periodontal therapy schedule.

Question 3

A patient refuses radiographs citing radiation concerns. What is the MOST appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Educate the patient on the low radiation dose and document the informed refusal if they still decline

Answer

Patient autonomy requires informed consent; educating the patient about minimal risk is appropriate, and informed refusal must be documented.

Question 4

Which type of debridement is indicated when residual calculus is detected at a 6-week re-evaluation following initial therapy?

Accepted Answer

Re-instrumentation (retreatment)

Answer

Residual calculus identified at re-evaluation requires re-instrumentation (retreatment) of the affected sites before progressing to supportive care.

Question 5

Which of the following constitutes an iatrogenic effect of overhanging restorations identified during dental hygiene assessment?

Accepted Answer

Plaque retention leading to localized periodontitis

Answer

Overhanging margins harbor plaque that cannot be removed by the patient, leading to localized periodontal inflammation and bone loss.

ADEX - Dental Hygiene Exam Practice Test

ADEX - Dental Hygiene Exam Practice Test

ADEX Dental Hygiene Process of Care 4