RDA Training and Credentialing Process 3

Question 1

Which accrediting body evaluates dental assisting educational programs in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)

Answer

Joint Commission on Allied Health Education (JCAHE)

Answer

National Commission on Dental Standards (NCDS)

Answer

American Dental Education Association (ADEA)

Question 2

A state requires RDAs to hold current CPR certification. Which organization's CPR course is most commonly accepted?

Accepted Answer

American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Answer

OSHA

Answer

DANB

Answer

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)

Question 3

What document must an RDA submit to the state dental board to demonstrate completion of required continuing education?

Accepted Answer

CE completion certificates

Answer

Employment verification letter

Answer

Transcripts from dental school

Answer

Letter of recommendation from a dentist

Question 4

Which situation would most likely result in an RDA's credential being placed on probation?

Accepted Answer

Practicing outside the scope defined by the supervising dentist

Answer

Completing CE in an unapproved topic

Answer

Failing to report a change of address

Answer

Graduating from a non-CODA program

Question 5

An RDA moves from California to Texas. Which step is required before practicing in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Meet Texas-specific licensure requirements

Answer

Apply for reciprocity automatically

Answer

Retake the DANB exam from scratch

Answer

Request a temporary permit from DANB

Question 6

Which federal law influences infection control standards that RDAs must follow during credentialing education?

Accepted Answer

OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard

Answer

HIPAA

Answer

FDA Medical Device Regulation

Answer

DEA Controlled Substances Act

Question 7

What is the typical length of an accredited dental assisting program leading to RDA eligibility?

Accepted Answer

9–11 months

Answer

3–6 months

Answer

18–24 months

Answer

3–4 years