CIT Documentation & Record Keeping 2

Question 1

Which document must be completed BEFORE a patient undergoes implant placement surgery?

Accepted Answer

Informed consent form

Answer

Informed consent must be obtained and documented before any surgical procedure, including implant placement.

Question 2

When documenting a failed osseointegration, what information is MOST critical to record?

Accepted Answer

Timeline of events, implant specifications, and clinical observations

Answer

Recording the timeline, implant details, and clinical findings is essential for analyzing failure causes and guiding future treatment.

Question 3

A Certified Implantology Technician receives a lab prescription that is incomplete. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Contact the prescribing clinician for clarification before fabricating

Answer

An incomplete prescription must be clarified with the prescribing clinician to ensure the restoration meets treatment requirements.

Question 4

Which retention period for implant patient records is most commonly required by US state dental board regulations?

Accepted Answer

7–10 years

Answer

Most US states require dental records to be retained for 7–10 years, with some states requiring longer retention for minors.

Question 5

What does a chain of custody document establish in an implant laboratory setting?

Accepted Answer

The sequence of lab technicians who handled a case and when

Answer

Chain of custody records track who handled a case at each stage to ensure accountability and traceability.

(CIT) Certified Implantology Technician Practice Test