In each state, the ______ contains the legal restrictions and controls that govern the practice of dentistry

federal principles of ethics
State Dental Practice Act
State Board of Dentistry
ADA code of ethics


State Dental Practice Act

Rationale: State Dental Practice Act regulates the laws that all dental professionals are required to practice under. When in violation and a complaint is filed, the dental professional can be investigated by the Board of Dental Examiners for their state, and the Board has the right to file suit on behalf of the victim.

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A(n) ________ is an examination and verification of claims and supporting documentation submitted by a physician or medical facility to a carrier.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Why is the radial artery the preferred site for arterial blood sampling?

1. It is near the surface and easy to palpate and stabilize. 2. The ulnar artery normally provides good collateral circulation. 3. The radial artery is not near any large veins. 4. It is the largest artery located in the upper extremities. a. 1 and 4 only b. 3 only c. 2 and 4 only d. 1, 2, and 3 only

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The venom of a black widow spider is very potent, more so than that of a pit viper on a volume-to-volume basis.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Using the Universal/National Numbering System for identifying the teeth, state the correct name for each of the following permanent teeth:

a. 15 b. 23 c. 27 d. 4

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