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| Level of supervision in which the dentist is physically present when the dental auxiliary performs delegated functions. |
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| Viewing an object with the use of a mirror. |
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| Slim-producing bacterial communities that may also harbor fungi, algae, and protozoa. |
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| Concept by which the face of a clock is used to position the dental team, equipment, and supplies. |
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| Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) |
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| Pain associated with continued flexion and extension of the wrist. |
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| Lying-down position in which the patient's head, chest, and knees are at the same level. |
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| Cumulative Trauma Disorders |
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| Painful conditions that result from ongoing stresses of muscles, tendons, nerves, and joints. |
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| Use of membrain filters to trap microorganisms suspended in water. |
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| Process by which liquid is removed from vapor. |
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| Specific intraoral functions delegated to an auxiliary that require increased skill and training. |
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| Injuries caused by sudden twisting or wrenching of a joint with stretching or tearing of ligaments. |
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| Injuries caused by extreme stretching of muscles of ligaments. |
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| Foot-controlled device used to operate dental handpieces. |
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| Adaption of work environment and tasks to the human body. |
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| Vertical, seated position in which the back of the dental chair is upright at a 90-degree angle. |
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| Reach created by a sweep of the forearm with the upper arm held at the side. |
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| having an immune system that is weakened. |
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| Finger rest used when an instrument or handpiece is held for a specified time. |
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| Reach created by a vertical sweep of the forearm while the elbow is kept midtorso level. |
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| Reach created when the upper arm is fully extended. |
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