RDA Job Responsibilities and Duties 4

Question 1

Which document governs an RDA's legal scope of practice in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Dental Practice Act of the state in which they work

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The ADA Code of Professional Conduct

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The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard

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The National Board Dental Examination guidelines

Question 2

An RDA is responsible for preparing amalgam. After trituration, the amalgam should be tested for the correct consistency by:

Accepted Answer

Squeezing it; it should feel smooth and not crumble or stick excessively

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Holding it under a UV light source

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Timing it at exactly 60 seconds before use

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Placing it in cold water to check solidification rate

Question 3

During a dental appointment, a patient reports sudden chest pain and shortness of breath. What should the RDA do immediately?

Accepted Answer

Stop the procedure, summon the dentist, and call 911 if directed

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Administer the office's epinephrine kit

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Have the patient breathe into a paper bag

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Continue the procedure to minimize patient anxiety

Question 4

An RDA discovers a sharps container is three-quarters full. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Seal and replace it with a new container immediately

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Continue using it until it overflows to minimize waste

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Transfer sharps to a regular trash bag to create space

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Pour the sharps into a larger container

Question 5

What is the RDA's role when a patient has a latex allergy and requires dental treatment?

Accepted Answer

Ensure all latex-containing products are removed from the operatory before treatment

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Inform the patient that latex-free options are unavailable in most offices

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Proceed normally since latex exposure during dental care is minimal

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Have the patient take antihistamines before the appointment

Question 6

Which action demonstrates proper four-handed dentistry technique during an anterior composite procedure?

Accepted Answer

The RDA controls the suction and maintains the mirror retraction while the dentist operates

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The RDA steps out during etching to prepare the next patient

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The RDA applies the bonding agent independently to save time

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The RDA holds the curing light and activates it before the dentist signals

Question 7

An RDA is setting up for a patient who requires antibiotic premedication. When should the antibiotic ideally be taken?

Accepted Answer

30 to 60 minutes before the procedure

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The night before the appointment

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Immediately upon arriving at the dental office

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After the procedure is completed