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Slim-producing bacterial communities that may also harbor fungi, algae, and protozoa
Biofilm
Pain associated with continued flexion ans extension of the wrist.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Process by which liquid is removed from vapor.
Condensation
Painful conditions that result from ongoing stresses to muscles tendons, nerves, and joints.
Cumulative Trauma Disorders
Level of supervision in which the dentist is physically present when the dental auxiliary performs delegated functions.
Direct Supervision
Adaptation of work environment and tasks to the human body.
Ergonomics
Specific intraoral functions delegated to an auxiliary that require increased skill and training.
Expanded Function
Finger rest used when one holds an instrument or handpiece for a specified time.
Fulcrum
Having an immune system that is weakened.
Immunocompromised
Viewing an object with the use of a mirror.
Indirect Vision
Reach created when the upper arm is fully extended
Maximum Horizontal Reach
Reach created by a virtical sweep of the forearm while the elbow is kept at midtorso level.
Maximum Virtical Reach
Use of membrane filters to trap microorganisms suspended in water.
Microfiltration
Reach created by a sweep of the forearm with upper arm held at the side.
Normal Horizontal Reach
Concept by which the face of a clockis used to position the dental team, equipment and supplies.
Open Zone
Foot-controlled device use to operate dental handpieces.
Rheostat
Injuries caused by sudden twisting or wrenching of a joint with stretching or tearing of ligaments.
Sprains
Injuries cause by extreme streching of muscles or ligaments.
Strains
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Supine Position
Upright Position
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Card Set
Dental Assisting mod 120
Description
unit 1
Updated
2011-10-25T23:50:45Z
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