Iowa Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Practice Exam

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• If a self-report is made regarding impairment, what is its status?
• What must all administrative rules undergo in the comprehensive review mandated by the executive order?
• Can the Iowa Dental Board release the name of the person who filed a complaint?
• Does general supervision only apply to patients of record?
• Which group is responsible for the administration of the Iowa Practitioner Health Program?
• Under general supervision, what is not required of the dentist during a procedure?
• Who is responsible for determining treatment based on diagnosis?
• What type of supervision allows for the dentist's oversight only through video technology?
• Which of the following is NOT a Level 1 expanded function?
• In general supervision, consent from the patient or their legal guardian is essential for which aspect?
• True or False: Proposed changes to administrative rules are published in the Iowa Administrative Bulletin for public notice.
• Does the Iowa Dental Board disclose the name of the person under investigation?
• In 2018, what type of supervision was added to the procedures for dental assistants regarding intraoral imaging?
• What level of supervision is applicable for RDAs and RDHs performing expanded functions?
• What is included in the scope of practice for dental hygienists regarding orthodontics?
• Basic emergency procedures must be established for the dental assistant under what level of supervision?
• Which entity within the Iowa Dental Board makes recommendations on hygiene-related issues?
• In emergency cases, the dentist's signature on a prescription must be:
• What is the primary mission of the Iowa Dental Board?
• Which of the following ethics is a fundamental part of dental hygiene practice in Iowa?
• When can a dental assistant apply sealants?
• Under dental practice regulations, who can delegate specific treatment to qualified personnel?
• Can a dentist self-prescribe, self-administer, or self-dispense controlled substances?
• Which level of expanded function allows for the bonding and removal of orthodontic bands?
• What change regarding trainee status occurred in 2022?
• How many public members are on the Iowa Dental Board?
• In what year were updated clinical examination requirements for DDSs and RDHs instituted?
• What does the comprehensive review of administrative rules aim to consider?
• Under what supervision level do RDAs provide intraoral services?
• As of 2020, how can applicants who have practiced in another state obtain licensure or registration in Iowa?
• What are the four key standards set by the Iowa Dental Board?
• What must state agencies perform in compliance with the executive order?
• What can dental assistants do after completing board-approved expanded functions training in 2020?
• Under what supervision level can services be rendered without the patient first being examined by a licensed dentist?
• The patient or their legal guardians must be informed that no dentist will be present during the appointment under which type of supervision?
• What is the minimum number of continuing education hours required for hygiene licensees every two years?
• Were rules for teledentistry added in 2019?
• Is it true that training in all Level 1 expanded functions must be completed prior to Level 2 training?
• What is required of a dentist in a direct supervision scenario?
• Which aspect of dental practice was updated in 2019 concerning scope of practice?
• How many days minimum are required for the rule-making process in Iowa dental hygiene?
• What is the purpose of the Iowa Dental Board reviewing all records and reports during an investigation?
• Which code establishes the requirements for the administration and monitoring of nitrous oxide?
• How many months of clinical experience as a registered DA is required for EF training?
• Who monitors compliance with Board orders and investigates complaints?
• Which chapter of the Iowa Administrative Code establishes the requirements for prescribing, administering, and dispensing drugs?
• For an RDH to be eligible for EF training, what must they hold?
• What is a requirement for a DA with clinical experience in a state that does not require registration?
• What is the result if someone else reports an impairment?
• What dental specialty was added to the recognized specialties by the ADA in 2022?
• How many hygienists serve on the Iowa Dental Board?
• What level of supervision is necessary for registered dental hygienists (RDHs) administering local anesthesia or nitrous oxide?
• Placement and removal of gingival retraction material is what level of expanded function?
• What role does the Governor's office play in the rulemaking process for dental hygiene regulations?
• What role do public members play on the Iowa Dental Board?
• What must be documented in the patient record for procedures done under general supervision?
• What is the consequence if documentation is not properly maintained in dental records?
• What was the purpose of Governor Reynolds' Executive Order Number 10?
• Which of the following expanded functions are included within the scope of practice for dental hygienists?
• What is the consequence of discrimination in the workplace for filing a complaint?
• How many hours of continuing education in infection control and Iowa jurisprudence must be completed by hygienists?
• Can a dental office charge for the duplication or transfer of records?
• Can a dentist delegate the oversight and instruction of a dental assistant trainee to another licensed individual?
• How many hours can licensees claim for self-study courses during each renewal?
• Which level of expanded functions may be taught by any Board-approved training provider?
• Which of the following is NOT a level of expanded function?
• Under what circumstances can registered dental assistants work under public health supervision?
• Which updated requirement was outlined in 2019 for sedation administration in dental offices?
• Which of the following statements about the Iowa Dental Board's investigation process is true?
• Applying cavity liners and bases and desensitizing agents is classified under what level of expanded function?
• Fabrication, temporary cementation, and removal of provisional restorations falls under which level of expanded function?
• Which of the following is a practice already in a dental hygienist's scope of practice?
• According to guidelines, must a dentist examine the patient and take a medical history prior to initial prescription?
• In 2019, was there an update allowing expanded function-trained dental assistants to monitor patients receiving nitrous oxide?
• Who appoints the 9 members of the Iowa Dental Board?
• What is a prerequisite to begin EF training for dental professionals?
• What level of expanded function is required for placement and shaping of amalgam following preparation of a tooth by a dentist?
• True or False: A dental assistant trainee is allowed to work independently after the training period.
• What is the level of expanded function for applying bonding systems, including the placement of attachments used in clear aligner systems?
• What is the minimum number of continuing education hours required for RDAs and QDAs every two years?
• What chapter of the Iowa Administrative Code establishes the requirements for expanded functions?
• What level of supervision must a registered dental assistant have for tasks that require board-approved training?
• What level of expanded function pertains to the placement of temporary restorative materials after preparation by a dentist?
• What must every person working under a public health supervision agreement have?
• For how many years must licensees maintain proof of continuing education?
• How many appearances before a legislative committee are required for rulemaking to become effective?
• What is the primary authority of the Iowa Dental Hygiene Committee?
• True or False: The Iowa Dental Board must adopt recommendations from the Dental Hygiene Committee unless it expands the scope of practice.
• Which level of expanded function allows for the removal of adhesives with nonmotorized hand instrumentation?
• What is the consequence of reporting incorrect information for reimbursement in dental practice?
• How many years must patient records be retained for adults?
• What does the Iowa dental hygiene jurisprudence require in terms of continuing education proof retention?
• What is the primary purpose of the Board's monitoring program?
• Is it true that controlled substances require federal DEA and state controlled substance registration?
• Who is responsible for writing the rules and regulations governing the dental profession in Iowa?
• How many dentists are on the Iowa Dental Hygiene Committee?
• Which organization sets the guidelines that Iowa dental hygienists must follow?
• What supervision level indicates that a dentist is present in the treatment facility but does not need to be in the room?
• What is the requirement for Level 2 expanded functions training?
• What conclusion can be drawn regarding the majority of complaints received by the Iowa Dental Board?
• When do dental licenses expire according to Iowa regulations?
• How many hours are allowed for CPR recertification every renewal?
• What powers does the Iowa Dental Board have during investigations?
• What is the primary role of the dentist in a dental hygiene practice setting?
• Who determines whether the dental assistant trainee has achieved clinical competency for registration purposes?
• Who conducts disciplinary hearings concerning the practice of dental hygiene?
• For a registered dental assistant to complete EF training, what is one condition they must meet?
• Did the 2019 updates include the addition of glucose testing and phlebotomy to the scope of practice?
• Which level of supervision requires that the dentist actively participates in the treatment process?
• What aspect of the Iowa Dental Board's actions is true regarding potential disclosures?
• What aspect of sedation practice was addressed by Iowa legislation in 2019?
• What information must be included in patients’ dental records?
• What level of expanded function is required for tissue conditioning (soft reline only)?
• As of 12/21/2022, what is no longer required to practice as a dental assistant trainee?
• What significant updates were made regarding expanded function rules in 2019?
• Did the 2018 updates to renewal requirements for dental hygienists include continuing education in infection control?
• Do board rules generally follow the ADA and ADHA Code of Ethics?
• What practice regarding the placement of sealants by dental assistants was established in 2020?
• According to Iowa regulations, effective 1/1/2020, all prescriptions must be:
• In 2018, what was the key focus of the updates for dental hygienists working under public health supervision?
• Is it true that training in all Level 2 expanded functions is no longer required?
• Are unused continuing education hours permitted to carry over to the next renewal period?
• How often must the child/dependent adult abuse course be completed?
• What process allows the public to comment on proposed administrative rule changes?
• What level of supervision is needed for a dental assistant to perform dental radiography?
• Are complaint results disclosed by the Iowa Dental Board if they do not lead to formal action?
• Which level of expanded function covers the placement, bonding, and removal of provisional orthodontic restorations?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding the requirements for dental assistants?
• What is required in a dental record when a dentist prescribes medication?
• What are the categories under which recommendations are required by law according to infection control guidelines?
• What is the correct statement regarding the necessity for hands-on components in CPR certification?
• What procedure is part of the Level 1 expanded function for a dental hygienist?
• How long must certificates of attendance for continuing education be retained after reporting to the Board?
• What protection does an employee have when filing a complaint with the Board?
• How often must dental practitioners in Iowa complete the DHS course in identifying and reporting child abuse?
• What is the maximum time trainees can train on the job under new rules established in 2022?
• How many hours must dental assistants complete in infection control and Iowa jurisprudence?
• Are CDC recommendations for infection control required by law?
• How many years of clinical practice experience must a licensee or registrant have under public health supervision?
• What level of supervision is necessary for a dental assistant using a curing light?
• What does IAC 650 - Chapter 10 establish?
• Which of the following roles requires a dental assistant to have additional training in expanded functions?
• What level of expanded function is involved in fitting and cementing stainless steel crowns on primary posterior teeth after fit verification by dentists?
• Is it permissible for an office to withhold a patient record due to nonpayment of fees?
• Practitioners must complete the child abuse course again after how long?
• What level of expanded function involves the removal of adhesive, orthodontic brackets, and bands using nonmotorized hand instrumentation?
• How many hours in the area of sedation must holders of a moderate sedation or general anesthesia permit complete?
• How many Level 1 expanded functions are there?
• Which of the following is true concerning CPR certification courses?
• What is considered unethical in the context of treatment and reimbursement?
• How many total members does the Iowa Dental Board consist of?
• When must a dental hygienist keep treatment records?
• In which year was the requirement for remedial education for the testing to become a registered dental assistant eliminated?
• What significant change occurred in 2020 regarding the testing requirements for becoming a registered dental assistant?
• Which of the following impairments can the monitoring program address?
• Is the Iowa Dental Board exempt from standard HIPAA requirements during investigations?
• In 2018, were registered dental hygienists (RDHs) allowed to provide educational services without the supervision of a dentist?
• For a registered dental assistant (DA) trained in expanded functions, what type of supervision is needed for performing those functions?
• What may the Board require if a complaint is filed?
• Which chapter of the Iowa Administrative Code sets the renewal requirements?
• In 2018, was the prohibition of practice ownership by registered dental hygienists eliminated?
• What was established in 2019 regarding those who serve as patient monitors during sedation?
• How many years must study models/casts be retained after treatment completion?
• How often must spore testing be conducted on sterilizers according to the guidelines?
• Which chapter of the Iowa Administrative Code addresses complaints and investigations conducted by the Iowa Dental Board?
• What supervision level allows for live video consultation with the dentist during patient care?
• True or False: A dental assistant must stop all duties if their trainee status expires and registration has not been issued after 12 months.
• What type of material is polished using a slow-speed handpiece under expanded function level 2?
• What should a dental hygienist do if asked to perform a procedure under conditions of direct supervision?
• A registered dental assistant's completion of EF training depends upon what?
• What level of expanded function is associated with the application of sealants by dental assistants?
• For how many months are trainees allowed to train on the job from their first date of employment?
• How long after completion of treatment can study models/casts be provided to the patient?
• In the context of legal obligations, how is ignorance of the law typically viewed?
• Can a dental hygienist conduct a "working interview" with an office before their license is issued, as long as they are still in school?
• In 2020, what new allowance was granted concerning continuing education hours?
• Who is responsible for reviewing and making recommendations for the Iowa Dental Hygiene Committee?
• Which type of supervision requires a dental exam to be completed for new patients at the first appointment?
• What level of expanded function includes monitoring patients receiving nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia?
• Who enforces the laws and rules pertaining to dental hygiene in Iowa?
• What level of supervision is required for dental assistants performing intraoral closed (IOC) procedures?
• Which chapter of the Iowa Administrative Code establishes minimum recordkeeping requirements?
• Which of the following is NOT a function of the Dental Hygiene Committee?
• What is required for registered dental assistants to continue practicing after their trainee status expires?
• What is a key rule regarding documentation in dental records?
• What type of supervision is defined as the dentist being physically present in the treatment room for training purposes?
• What is required for a written supervision agreement to be valid?
• IAC 650 - Chapter 20 covers the scope of practice for which professionals?
• What type of action taken by the Board is considered confidential?
• What function can a dental hygienist perform regarding adhesives?
• Is it necessary to submit proof of a legal name change during renewal?
• How many members are on the Iowa Dental Hygiene Committee?
• What type of training must dental assistants complete before being registered?
• How does the Iowa Dental Board handle the confidentiality of filed complaints during an investigation?
• What must dental hygienists ensure to maintain licensure in Iowa?
• Which type of supervision specifically applies to dental assistant trainees?
• What is the primary focus of the Iowa Dental Hygiene Practice Act?
• What level of expanded function is associated with extraoral adjustment to acrylic dentures?
• In 2022, the requirement for training in all Level 1 expanded functions before Level 2 was:
• Under which condition can you practice on an expired license?
• What level of supervision is required for a dental assistant to perform all extraoral duties?
• What level of supervision is required for a dental assistant performing intraoral suctioning?
• When do dental hygiene licenses and registrations expire?
• What type of supervision requires a licensed dentist to be physically present in the room?
• For an RDH, holding an active license is a requirement for which training?
• How are volunteers eligible to receive continuing education hours under the new guidelines established in 2020?
• What was one of the conditions updated for dental hygienists in 2019?
• Which of the following best describes the role of the Iowa Dental Board?
• True or False: A dental assistant trainee must pass exams in infection control, dental radiography, and jurisprudence prior to obtaining registration.
• What level of expanded function includes polishing of adhesive restorative material using a slow-speed handpiece?
• What does continuing education contribute to in the field of dental hygiene?
• How many members are on the Iowa Dental Board?
• Which of the following is NOT a standard the Iowa Dental Board sets?
• What must records be in terms of quality?
• Which statement is true regarding continuing education certificates?
• Were any expanded functions moved to the dental assistants' scope of practice in 2019?
• Who must confirm the appointment of the Iowa Dental Board members?
• According to Iowa regulations, can a dentist be absent while a dental assistant performs prescribed services under general supervision?
• Who is ultimately responsible for the oversight and instruction of all services performed by a dental assistant trainee?
• What change to mandatory reporter training requirements was made in 2019?
• What level of expanded function is associated with taking final impressions?
• What action is NOT permitted as part of the Level 1 expanded function for dental hygienists?
• How is the composition of the Iowa Dental Board structured?
• How many dentists are on the Iowa Dental Board?
• True or False: A hygienist can supervise others under a public health supervision agreement.
• On what date do licenses and registrations lapse if renewal is not completed?
• For how long must adult dental records be maintained?
• What does the term "falsifying treatment records" imply in the context of dental practice?
• What is the minimum number of hours that QDAs and XDAs must complete in dental radiography?
• What level of expanded function is designated for placement and shaping of adhesive restorative materials following preparation of a tooth by a dentist?
• What is the minimum continuing education requirement for CPR recertification in hours?
• For dentists who prescribe opioids, what is the minimum continuing education requirement in the area of opioids?
• Patient records should be withheld under certain circumstances. True or False?
• What supervision level allows a dentist to examine a patient and prescribe services that do not require the dentist's presence during the procedure?
• Were the requirements for licensure of foreign trained dentists updated in 2018?
• For minors, patient records must be kept until the age of:
• What type of supervision involves a dentist authorizing and delegating services to a patient in a public health setting?
• For self-study courses, what activities are excluded from the self-study hours limit?
• Handpieces in dental settings must be sterilized after each use. What is the truth of this statement?
• What is one of the requirements for license renewal?
• Can a dental assistant trainee perform suctioning under the supervision of a hygienist if the dentist is not present?
• Do dental assistant trainees always have to work with another licensee or registrant?
• Treatment prescribed by a licensed dentist must be entered in writing in the patient record under which type of supervision?
• If an individual claims ignorance of a law, what is the legal implication of that claim?
• How many hygienists are on the Iowa Dental Hygiene Committee?
• What is the primary purpose of having a waiver approved by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy?
• What is the primary focus of keeping accurate dental records?
• What type of supervision was updated for registered dental hygienists working with silver diamine fluoride in 2018?
• Taking occlusal registrations is classified as which level of expanded function?
• Are investigations and complaints conducted by the Iowa Dental Board confidential?
• What is a requirement for direct supervision in dental hygiene practice?
• Within how many months must a new dental hygiene practitioner in Iowa complete the child abuse reporting course?
• What should be done if an employee feels they are being discriminated against for filing a complaint?
• What must practitioners complete within six months of starting work in Iowa?