EFDA Chairside Assisting & Patient Management 2

Question 1

When seating a patient in the dental chair, which position is most appropriate for routine restorative procedures?

Accepted Answer

Supine with feet slightly elevated

Answer

The supine position with feet slightly elevated is standard for most restorative procedures, providing optimal access and patient comfort.

Question 2

A patient reports feeling lightheaded after the local anesthetic injection. The EFDA's first action should be to:

Accepted Answer

Lower the chair back and elevate the patient's legs

Answer

Lowering the chair and elevating the legs increases cerebral blood flow and is the first response to signs of syncope.

Question 3

Which instrument is used to retract the cheek and provide indirect vision during mandibular procedures?

Accepted Answer

Mouth mirror

Answer

The mouth mirror provides indirect vision and tissue retraction, making it essential during chairside assisting.

Question 4

The EFDA is assisting during a procedure when the patient begins coughing persistently. The most appropriate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Pause the procedure and lower the patient's head

Answer

Pausing and lowering the head helps prevent aspiration and allows the patient to clear their airway safely.

Question 5

During a restorative procedure, the HVE tip should be placed:

Accepted Answer

Adjacent to the tooth being treated to evacuate water and debris

Answer

Placing the HVE adjacent to the treatment site quickly removes water, aerosols, and debris without obstructing the dentist's access.

(EFDA) Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Practice Test