191. Which of the following statements is true regarding most individuals with disabilities? a. They are usually from a low socioeconomic status. b. They usually have a low level of education. c. They usually do not rely on programs such as Medicare or Medicaid to reimburse providers. d. They usually have full-time employment. 192. By 2060, the population of persons aged 65 and older is expected to comprise nearly: a. 65 million residents. b. 75 million residents. c. 85 million residents. d. 95 million residents. 193. The proportion of children with special needs in the United States who have challenges in obtaining dental care is approximately: a. 7%. b. 10%. c. 18%. d. 25%. 194. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the dental office is: a. An exempt care facility. b. An institutional setting. c. A community setting. d. A place of public accommodation. 195. Dentist participation in the Medicaid program is very low mostly due to: a. Inadequate compensation. b. Electronic filing of claims. c. Underbooking of appointments. d. Perceptions of professional responsibility among hygienists. 196. The artificial division between the oral healthcare system and general health and social services systems: a. Defuses professional rivalries. b. Creates distinct areas of responsibility that enhance outcomes. c. Serves to formalize professional cooperation. d. Limits cooperation between them. 197. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines, at the initial scheduling of an appointment the office staff should obtain information on the: a. Patient’s medical care provider. b. Patient’s periodontal index. c. Nature of any special healthcare needs. d. Need for general anesthesia. 198. The concept of the dental home includes the: a. Location of the dental office relative to the patient. b. Ongoing relationship between dentist and patient. c. Dental office responsible for more advanced care. d. Ongoing relationship between dentist and medical provider. 199. In addition to a medical history, assessment of a patient with special needs should include:
200. If possible, the recommended communication method in the treatment of persons with special healthcare needs is: a. Direct communication with the patient during dental care. b. Verbal communication through a parent or caregiver. c. Written instructions through the patient’s medical provider. d. Nonverbal cues from the patient. 201. Which of the following statements is true regarding obtaining informed consent for patients with special needs? a. The caregiver is the appropriate person to sign the informed consent form. b. If a patient has cerebral palsy, they cannot understand the risk and alternatives to care so therefore cannot sign the informed consent form. c. It is the responsibility of the dentist to file the power of attorney or conservator paperwork on behalf of the patient prior to treatment. d. The dental team should exercise care to ensure that the appropriate person can consent for the patient. 202. In the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines, an especially useful caries prevention treatment in patients with special needs who are at high risk for caries is: a. Dietary counseling emphasizing high-carbohydrate foods. b. Demonstration of proper positioning of the patient. c. Use of sealants and topical fluorides. d. Chlorhexidine application using a toothbrush. 203. Interim therapeutic restorations that release fluoride can have both prophylactic and therapeutic benefits including: a. Amalgams. b. Glass ionomers. c. Filled resins. d. Unfilled resins. 204. Therapeutic intervention for congenital oral conditions often may require: a. Intermittent intervention between developmental milestones. b. Protracted intervention between developmental milestones. c. Intermittent intervention coincident with developmental milestones. d. One-time intervention at the earliest developmental milestone. 205. The credential of Diplomate in Special Care Dentistry is granted by the: a. American Dental Association. 206. The Commission on Dental Accreditation Standard 2-25 for predoctoral education programs requires that graduates be: a. “Providers of services for and management of patients with special needs.” b. “Providers of multidisciplinary oral healthcare for a wide variety of patients including patients with special needs.” c. “Competent in assessing and managing the treatment needs of patients with special needs.” d. “Trained in providing all dental care potentially required by patients with special needs.” b. American Board of Special Care Dentistry. c. University of Florida College of Dentistry. d. American Academy of Dentistry for Persons with Disabilities.
a. Caries risk assessment. b. Current medications. c. History of the present illness. d. Family history.
Course Code : DFL02SN
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Book Code: DHFL2624
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