California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Written Practice Exam

In a dental setting, what may the clinical supply refrigerator be used for?

1. Storing food and beverages

2. Preservation of bonding materials

3. Storing medications

4. Preservation of dental molds

The correct answer is: Preservation of bonding materials

The clinical supply refrigerator in a dental setting is typically used for storing and preserving bonding materials, such as dental adhesives and composite resins. It is not used for storing food or beverages, as they can potentially contaminate the supplies. Medications may be stored in a separate, designated refrigerator for safety and organization. While dental molds may require refrigeration for shipment purposes, they are typically not stored long-term in the clinical supply refrigerator. Therefore, option B is the most accurate and appropriate use for the clinical supply refrigerator in a dental setting.