Which Statement Is NOT True Concerning Ultrasonic Scalers

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT true concerning ultrasonic scalers?

• A) The spray of water at the tip of the ultrasonic scaler prevents the tip from getting too hot
• B) The ultrasonic scaler can be used safely for all patients.
• C) The ultrasonic scaler may injure pulp tissue.
• D) The spray of water continuously flushes debris and bacteria from the pocket.

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Definitions:

Nursing Assistive Personnel

Area of healthcare workers who assist nurses in providing basic care to patients, such as help with mobility, personal hygiene, and daily living activities.

Nursing Process

A systematic approach used by nurses to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients.

Expected Outcomes

Expected conditions of a patient at the end of therapy or a disease process, including the degree of wellness and the need for continuing care, medications, support, counseling, or education.

Nursing Interventions

Actions taken by nurses to improve patient health or to prevent health problems.