DN4 Multiple choice questions

Which part of SMART targets ensures the goal is achievable?

Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Time-bound

A GDC-registered dental nurse should act as an advocate when:

A patient is confused about their treatment options and needs support
The patient refuses to listen to their dentist
The patient has no concerns at all
The patient wants the nurse to make medical decisions for them

Advocacy in dental nursing involves:

Representing the best interests of the patient and ensuring they understand their options
Overruling the dentist's decisions
Making medical decisions for the patient
Encouraging patients to accept all treatments

If a patient with communication difficulties struggles to understand their dental treatment, a GDC registrant should:

Ignore their concerns
Act as an advocate by providing information in a way they can understand
Tell them to make a decision quickly
Avoid getting involved

Which of the following is a key component of the UFAE process?

Ignoring feedback and moving forward
Understanding areas of improvement and acting on them
Only focusing on strengths
Avoiding self-assessment

Why is evaluation important in UFAE?

It allows professionals to track progress and adapt their learning
It only focuses on identifying mistakes
It replaces the need for supervision
It ensures no further training is needed

Reflective practice helps a dental nurse to:

Repeat the same mistakes without improvement
Critique colleagues instead of self-reflection
Learn from experiences and continuously improve
Memorize dental terminology only

What is an essential quality when reflecting on one’s own performance?

Blaming others for mistakes
Being honest and open to self-improvement
Only focusing on things done well
Ignoring patient feedback

What should you do after identifying an area for improvement in reflective practice?

Dismiss it as unimportant
Implement a plan for development and improvement
Assume you will improve without action
Wait for someone else to point it out again

Who usually provides constructive feedback to a trainee dental nurse?

Only patients
Supervisors, mentors, and colleagues
Friends and family
Social media reviews

Which of the following is an example of constructive feedback?

You did that completely wrong. Try again."
Your technique was good, but you could improve by adjusting your approach slightly.
I don’t think you’re suited for this job."
Just keep doing it the way you are, even if it’s not working.

When receiving constructive feedback, what should your first response be?

Listen carefully and ask questions if needed
Argue against it immediately
Ignore it if you don’t agree
Assume it means you are failing

How does ongoing training benefit a dental nurse?

Ensures skills remain up to date and improves patient care
Is only necessary for new trainees
Replaces hands-on experience
Prevents career progression

Supervision in dental nursing helps to

Identify areas for development and ensure safe practice
Make dental nurses feel uncomfortable
Replace practical experience
Reduce the need for professional registration

Which of the following is an example of a SMART target for a dental nurse?

I will become the best dental nurse ever.
I will complete an infection control training course by the end of the month.
I will try to improve my skills at some point.
I will learn everything about dentistry overnight.

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