NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing (Knowledge Test): Free Mock Test & Practice Questions

NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing (Knowledge Test)

This exam is taken by trainee dental nurses as the first part of their diploma to demonstrate essential underpinning knowledge. Successful completion is required to progress to the practical exam and ultimately register with the General Dental Council (GDC).

Pass mark 28/40 45 minutes Real test fee approx National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) How many can I get wrong?

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Q1. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAWA), what is a primary legal duty of an employee, such as a dental nurse?

A. To conduct annual risk assessments for the surgery.
B. To purchase their own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
C. To take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others.
D. To write and update the practice's health and safety policy.

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✓ Answer: C. To take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others.

HASAWA 1974 places a duty on employees to take reasonable care of themselves and others who may be affected by their actions or omissions at work.

Q2. A 17-year-old patient attends alone and consents to a routine filling. Her father later calls to ask for details of the treatment. What is the correct action regarding patient confidentiality?

A. Provide the details, as he is the parent.
B. Ask the dentist to call the father back.
C. Politely refuse, explaining you cannot disclose information without the patient's consent.
D. Tell him to ask his daughter when she gets home.

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✓ Answer: C. Politely refuse, explaining you cannot disclose information without the patient's consent.

A 17-year-old is presumed to have capacity to consent and has the same right to confidentiality as an adult. Information cannot be shared without their permission.

Q3. A patient with known angina has chest pain unrelieved by two doses of their GTN spray. What is the most likely event, and what drug should be administered while waiting for the ambulance?

A. Severe angina; administer a third GTN dose
B. Anaphylaxis; administer intramuscular adrenaline
C. Myocardial Infarction; administer 300mg dispersible Aspirin
D. Epileptic seizure; administer buccal Midazolam

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✓ Answer: C. Myocardial Infarction; administer 300mg dispersible Aspirin

Chest pain unrelieved by GTN strongly suggests a Myocardial Infarction (heart attack). Emergency services must be called and 300mg of dispersible aspirin given.

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NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing (Knowledge Test) — common questions

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How many questions are in the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing (Knowledge Test)?

The exam has 40 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 40-question format so your practice matches the real thing.

What is the pass mark for the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing (Knowledge Test)?

You need 28 out of 40 correct to pass, which is about 70%. Our mocks mark you against this exact threshold.

How long do you get?

The test is timed at 45 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.

Are these the real exam questions?

No. Our questions are original and written to match the current syllabus, so they give realistic practice without copying the official paper. Every answer comes with a plain-English explanation. Always confirm current rules and content with National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN).

How much does the official test cost?

The official National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) fee is approx. Revision Robin practice is separate and helps you pass first time so you only pay that fee once.