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Dental Hygiene OSCE Exam Questions and Answers., Exams of Dental Radiology

Dental Hygiene OSCE Exam Questions and Answers. Bass Method - CORRECT ANSWER - Most widely used method. Bristles are angled at a 45 degree angel towards the gingiva. Stillman's Method - CORRECT ANSWER - Bristles are positioned on the gums rather than into the pockets and directed at a 45 degree angle. Charter's Method - CORRECT ANSWER - Bristles are directed occlusally, away from the gingiva. Useful for cleaning orthodontic brackets, prosthesis, and areas treated with surgeries. Fone's Method - CORRECT ANSWER - Bristles are moved in large circular motion on the buccal and lingual surfaces. Useful for children, those physically impaired, or adults who lack manual dexterity.

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Download Dental Hygiene OSCE Exam Questions and Answers. and more Exams Dental Radiology in PDF only on Docsity! Dental Hygiene OSCE Exam Questions and Answers. Bass Method - CORRECT ANSWER - Most widely used method. Bristles are angled at a 45 degree angel towards the gingiva. Stillman's Method - CORRECT ANSWER - Bristles are positioned on the gums rather than into the pockets and directed at a 45 degree angle. Charter's Method - CORRECT ANSWER - Bristles are directed occlusally, away from the gingiva. Useful for cleaning orthodontic brackets, prosthesis, and areas treated with surgeries. Fone's Method - CORRECT ANSWER - Bristles are moved in large circular motion on the buccal and lingual surfaces. Useful for children, those physically impaired, or adults who lack manual dexterity. Fluoride Varnish - CORRECT ANSWER - -Dries immediately upon contact with saliva. -Does not require a professional prophylaxis before hand. -Can eat and drink immediately after. -Avoid brushing, rigorous rinsing, or hard foods for 3 to 4 hours. -Easier and more effective method Fluoride is recommended for patients who: - CORRECT ANSWER - -Have xerostomia -High caries risk -Undergoing cancer therapy -Orthodontics Fluoride Gel or Foam (office application) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Applied onto tray and placed in patient's mouth usually for 4 minutes (Read manufactures label). -Do not eat, drink, or smoke for 30 minutes. -Most popular types are 1.23% APF and 2% Neutral sodium fluoride. Stannous Fluoride - CORRECT ANSWER - -0.4% available for non-prescription use. -1% neutral sodium fluoride gels available for prescription use. -Can cause extrinsic staining (especially in patient's with inadequate plaque control). Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride (APF) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Do NOT use of composites, porcelain, or sealant materials as it causing pitting and roughening. -Also avoid on root surfaces. Neutral Sodium Fluoride - CORRECT ANSWER - Agent of choice on root caries, implants, cosmetic restorations, and reduced salivary flow. Second trimester - CORRECT ANSWER - safest trimester for dental treatment. Pregnancy gingivitis - CORRECT ANSWER - -Caused by an elevation of hormones estrogen and progesterone. Hormones increase can cause exaggerated gingival response to microorganisms. Pyrogenic granuloma (Pregnancy tumor) - CORRECT ANSWER - localized area of gingival enlargement, typically involving interdental papilla, usually diminishes after delivery of baby. What category of LA can use administer to a pregnant patient? - CORRECT ANSWER - Category B (lidocaine and prilocaine) Can you use Nitrous oxide sedation and general sedation on a pregnant patient? - CORRECT ANSWER - relative contraindication (gas interferes with the absorption of B-12 and other nutrients). Early Childhood Caries (ECC) index - CORRECT ANSWER - -presence of 1 or more areas of decay on a child younger than 6 years of age Severe-Early Childhood Caries (S-ECC) index - CORRECT ANSWER - -Presence of decay in a child younger than 3 years old. When should a child's first dental appointment occur? - CORRECT ANSWER - - Within 6 months of the eruption of the first tooth or before 1-year of age. When should you first start brushing a child's teeth? - CORRECT ANSWER - -When the first tooth appears. Erosion causes - CORRECT ANSWER - -Anorexia Nervosa -Bulimia Nervosa Anorexia Nervosa - CORRECT ANSWER - extreme weight loss caused by self- starvation, excessive exercise, use of laxatives, self-induced vomiting. Bulimia Nervosa - CORRECT ANSWER - compulsive disorder that involves periods of starvation, binging, and purging. Signs and Symptoms of erosion - CORRECT ANSWER - -dental caries from vomiting -Perimolysis: erosion from vomiting mostly on the maxillary lingual surfaces. Raised appearance of restoration margins. Abrasion - CORRECT ANSWER - -V-shaped notch in the gingival portion of the facial aspect of the tooth. -Results from forces of friction between the teeth or external objects. -Can happen from improper brushing technique or the use of a toothpick or pipe. Attrition - CORRECT ANSWER - -Results from forces between the teeth. -Wear on the incised and occlusal surfaces from grinding. Outline border of another film - CORRECT ANSWER - Films stuck together in solutions. White spots on film - CORRECT ANSWER - air bubbles trapped during processing. Thin, black, branchlike lines on film - CORRECT ANSWER - Static lines caused by low humidity and opening film packet too quickly. Fogged films - CORRECT ANSWER - improper safelight, light leaking into dark room, outdated film. "V" or "Sharks fin" on pano - CORRECT ANSWER - caused by lead collar. Exaggerated smile on pano - CORRECT ANSWER - chin tipped down too far Flat smile on pano - CORRECT ANSWER - chin tipped too far up Mandibular incisors roots blurred on pano - CORRECT ANSWER - chin tipped too far down Maxillary incisors roots blurred on pano - CORRECT ANSWER - chin tipped too far up One side shows larger teeth/condyle - CORRECT ANSWER - patient head is twisted (the larger side is the distant side) White straight opacity - CORRECT ANSWER - slumping causing ghost image of spine Shadow over maxillary teeth - CORRECT ANSWER - tongue not touching rough of the mouth Airway shadow in an arch shape - CORRECT ANSWER - tongue not touching rough of the mouth Anterior teeth thicker and wider - CORRECT ANSWER - chin placed behind the focal trough. Enlarged incisors (head too far back). Skinny anterior teeth - CORRECT ANSWER - chin placed too far forward. Small incisors (head too far forward). Dark shadow on anteriors - CORRECT ANSWER - Patient not closing lips around biting blocks. Ghost image - CORRECT ANSWER - Jewelry not removed Incisive foramen on film - CORRECT ANSWER - -Passageway for nasopalatine nerves. -Small radiolucent oval between roots of maxillary central incisors. median palatine suture - CORRECT ANSWER - vertical radiolucent thin line in the middle of the palate. Nasal septum - CORRECT ANSWER - -Thin wall that divides the nasal cavity into two. -Radiopaque vertical strip. Nasal Spine - CORRECT ANSWER - -Projection of bone anteriorly. -Radiopaque triangle shape at medical palatal suture where nasal septum and fosse meet. Nasal cavity (Nasal fossae) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Large air-filled space above and behind the nose in the middle of the face. -Radiolucent oval shapes superior to central incisors. Maxillary sinus - CORRECT ANSWER - -Hollow spaces in bone superior to molar and premolar. Inverted Y - CORRECT ANSWER - -Junction where the nasal fossa and the maxillary sinus. -Most commonly superior to the maxillary canine apex. Maxillary Tuberosity - CORRECT ANSWER - -Distal portion of the alveolar process. -Rounded, radiopaque elevation distal to third molar regions. Hamulus - CORRECT ANSWER - -Extension of medial pterygoid plate of sphenoid bone. Radiopaque hook-like protrusion posterior to maxillary tuberosity. Zygomatic process - CORRECT ANSWER - -Slender profusion of the temporal bone that serves to strengthen the zygomatic arch. -U-shaped radiopaque band superior to molar apices. Coronoid Process - CORRECT ANSWER - -Anterior portion of ramus. -Radiopaque triangular projection usually superimposed over maxillary tuberosity. Genial tubercles - CORRECT ANSWER - -Four bony spines used for muscle attachment of the genioglossus and geniohyoid muscles. -Circular rap opacities inferior to central incisor apices. Lingual foramen - CORRECT ANSWER - -Exit for incisive vessel branches. -Radiolucent circle inside the radiopaque genial tubercles on the mandibular anteriors. Mental Foramen - CORRECT ANSWER - -Opening for mental nerve and vessels inferior to mandibular premolar apices. -Round radiolucent area sometimes mistaken for periodical disease. Mental ridge - CORRECT ANSWER - -Ridge of bone located on the anterior surface of the mandible. -Bilateral radiopaque lines, starting inferior to premolar apices and extending anteriorly to the midline. External oblique ridge - CORRECT ANSWER - -Linear area of bone on external surface of mandible. -Radiopaque line running anterior from the ramus across the molars. Internal oblique ridge (mylohyoid) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Elevated long area on the internal surface of mandible. -Radiopaque line running along the premolar and molar apices. -Usually positioned below the external oblique ridge on radiographs. Nutrient canals - CORRECT ANSWER - -Veritcal thin radiolucent lines near the teeth, may be mistaken for bone fractures. Mandibular canal - CORRECT ANSWER - -Radiolucent horizontal band outlined with a thin line of cortical bone. -Inferior alveolar nerve and arteries pass inside the canal. Stretches from the mandibular foramen to the mental foramen. Panoramic exposure - CORRECT ANSWER - -Useful for evaluating impacted teeth, eruption patterns, TMJ problems, etc. -Usually not clear and detailed enough to assess caries and periodontal disease. Periapical (PA) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Captures the crown, CEJ, root, and surrounding areas. -Used mainly for diagnosis of periodontal disease, pathology, endodontic therapy, and implants. Bitewing (BW) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Captures crowns, contacts, and height of alveolar bone. -Used mainly for the diagnosis of dental caries (interproximally) -Vertical bitewings can detect early periodontal disease because the bone level is visible. Occlusal - CORRECT ANSWER - -Captures bone surrounding the teeth, floor of the mouth, sialolith (stone), supernumerary teeth, etc. Full-mouth series (FMX) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Represent the entire dentition using a combination of PAs and BWs. Incipient caries - CORRECT ANSWER - Lesion that extends less than halfway through the enamel. Moderate carious lesion - CORRECT ANSWER - Lesion that extends more than halfway through the enamel but does not involve the DEJ. Advanced carious lesion - CORRECT ANSWER - Lesion that extends to or through the DEJ but does not extend more than half the distance to the pulp. Yellow, brown, or gray stain - CORRECT ANSWER - -Caused by chlorhexidine. Gray-green stain - CORRECT ANSWER - -Caused by marijuana. Amelogenesis imperfecta - CORRECT ANSWER - -May show pitting (mottled appearance), smoothness, or roughness. -May appear yellow and is soft in texture, leading to the exposure of dentin. Dentinogenesis imperfecta - CORRECT ANSWER - -Affected teeth appear opalescent and brownish/blue in color. -Primary teeth are usually affected more severely than permanent teeth. -Radiographically, no pulp chambers or root canals are seen. Anodontia - CORRECT ANSWER - congenital lack of ALL primary or permanent teeth. Hypodontia - CORRECT ANSWER - Lack of one or more teeth in the primary or permanent dentition Supernumerary teeth - CORRECT ANSWER - -Extra teeth found in the dental arches. -Teeth are smaller than normal and often do not erupt. -Most common supernumerary teeth is the mesiodens, located between the maxillary central incisors. Microdontia - CORRECT ANSWER - -One or more teeth in the dentition are smaller than normal. -The maxillary lateral incisor, called peg lateral, and the maxillary third molars are the teeth most often affected. Macrodontia - CORRECT ANSWER - -One or more teeth in a dentition are larger than normal. Facial hemihypertrophy - CORRECT ANSWER - Localized macrodontia affecting one side of the dental arch. Germination - CORRECT ANSWER - A single tooth germ attempts to divide and results in the incomplete formation of two teeth. (Town crowns, one root) Fusion - CORRECT ANSWER - -The union of two normally separated adjacent teeth. -The two crowns will appear as a single large crown and the roots are separated and fused. Dilaceration - CORRECT ANSWER - Abnormal curve or angle in the root Dens evaginatus - CORRECT ANSWER - -Accessory enamel cusp found on the occlusal tooth surface. -Most often seen on the mandibular premolars. Enamel hypocalcification - CORRECT ANSWER - -Appears as localized, chalky white or dark spots. -Underlying enamel may be soft and susceptible to caries. Diastema - CORRECT ANSWER - -Space between two adjacent teeth. Base of the tongue - CORRECT ANSWER - -Posterior one-third of the tongue Body of the tongue - CORRECT ANSWER - -Anterior two-thirds of the tongue. Dorsal surface of the tongue - CORRECT ANSWER - -Top surface of the tongue Filiform papillae - CORRECT ANSWER - most numerous papillae on the dorsal surface. Fungiform papillae - CORRECT ANSWER - mushroom-shaped papillae, appear as red dots. Sulcus terminalis - CORRECT ANSWER - v-shaped groove separating the body and the base of the tongue. Lingual papillae - CORRECT ANSWER - larger papillae at the base of the tongue. Lingual tonsil - CORRECT ANSWER - located at the base of the tongue posterior to the circumvallate papillae. Circumvallate papillae - CORRECT ANSWER - larger papillae lined along the sulcus terminals towards the back of the tongue. 10 to 14 in number. Lateral surface of the tongue - CORRECT ANSWER - sides of the tongue Foliate papillae - CORRECT ANSWER - papillae on the sides of the tongue. Ventral surface of the tongue - CORRECT ANSWER - bottom surface of the tongue. Plica fimbriata - CORRECT ANSWER - bilateral fold next to the lingual veins. Parotid papilla - CORRECT ANSWER - small revelation at the opening of the parotid salivary gland duct, opposite of maxillary second molars. Sublingual caruncle - CORRECT ANSWER - duct opening for the submandibular and sublingual salivary glands. Hard palate - CORRECT ANSWER - firmer, whiter, anterior part of the palate. Soft palate - CORRECT ANSWER - yellower, smaller, and softer posterior part of the palate. Palatine raphe - CORRECT ANSWER - prominent line from the uvula to the incisive papilla. Pterygomandibular fold - CORRECT ANSWER - fold of tissue from the junction of the hard and soft palate on each side down to the mandible, just posterior to the most distal mandibular molar. Maxillary tuberosity - CORRECT ANSWER - elevation behind the most posterior maxillary molar. Retromolar pad - CORRECT ANSWER - dense pad behind the most posterior mandibular. Vestibule - CORRECT ANSWER - horseshoe-shaped space between the cheek, lips, and teeth. Submandibular gland - CORRECT ANSWER - -Duct: Wharton -Salivary Secretion: 65% Sublingual gland - CORRECT ANSWER - -Duct: Bartholin -Salivary secretion: 10% Parotid gland - CORRECT ANSWER - -Duct: Stenson -Salivary secretion: 25% -Largest encapsulated major salivary gland. Plaque-induced gingivitis exacerbated by systemic conditions: - CORRECT ANSWER - -Hyperglycemia -Leukemia -Smoking -Malnutrition (Vit. C) Plaque-induced gingivitis exacerbated by oral factor: - CORRECT ANSWER - - Prominent subgingival restoration margin. -Hyposalivation Peri-implantitis - CORRECT ANSWER - Pseudopocket - CORRECT ANSWER - -Caused by gingival inflammation without loss of attachment. Suprabony pocket - CORRECT ANSWER - -Base if the pocket is above (coronal) the alveolar crest. -Created by horizontal bone loss. Infrabony pocket - CORRECT ANSWER - -Base of the pocket is below (apical) to the alveolar crest. -Created by vertical bone loss. Recession - CORRECT ANSWER - free gingival margin is apical to the CEJ exposing the root surface. Sonic scaler - CORRECT ANSWER - -Uses compressed air to create movements. Two types of ultrasonic scalers - CORRECT ANSWER - -Magnetostrictive scaler -Piezoelectric scaler Magnetostrictive scaler - CORRECT ANSWER - Uses magnetic oscillations within metal stack to convert electricity to movement. -Moves in an elliptical motion Piezoelectric scaler - CORRECT ANSWER - -Uses ceramic discs or quartz plates to convert electricity to movement. -Tip moves in a linear pattern (Front and back) What portion of the ultrasonic tip is the most powerful? - CORRECT ANSWER - -The last few millimeters and should be placed against the tooth. Contraindications to Ultrasonic scalers - CORRECT ANSWER - -Respiratory disease (COPD) -Communicable diseases (tuberculosis) -Gag reflex -Cerebral Palsy -Porcelain or composite restorations (may fracture) -Demineralized areas -Newly erupted teeth -Old pacemakers (new pacemakers are shielded and not contraindicated) Type I embrasure - CORRECT ANSWER - Interdental papillae fill the entire embrasure space with a knife-edge point. According to the AAP, what should be the primary parameter to set thresholds for gingivitis? - CORRECT ANSWER - BOP Description of alveolar bone in a patient with gingivitis - CORRECT ANSWER - no changes, infection has not progressed into the alveolar bone. Periodontal remission/control - CORRECT ANSWER - A period in the course of disease when symptoms become less severe but may not be fully resolved. Periodontal disease stability - CORRECT ANSWER - A state in which the periodontitis has been successfully treated and clinical signs of the disease do not appear to worsen in extent or severity despite the presence of a reduced periodontium. Stage I Periodontitis - CORRECT ANSWER - -CAL: 1-2 mm -Bone loss: Coronal third (less the 15%) -No tooth loss -Max PD 4mm Stage II Periodontitis - CORRECT ANSWER - -CAL: 3-4 mm -Coronal Third ( 15-30%) -No tooth loss -Max PD 5mm Stage III Periodontitis - CORRECT ANSWER - -CAL greater than 5 mm -Extending to the middle third of the root and beyond -4 or less teeth lost -PD 6mm or greater -Furcation grade II or III Stage IV Periodontitis - CORRECT ANSWER - -CAL 5 or greater mm -Extending to the middle third or root and beyond -Missing 5 or more teeth -Masticatory dysfunction -Need for complex rehabilitation Grade A Periodontitis (Slow Rate) - CORRECT ANSWER - -No loss over 5 years -Less than .25 bone loss/age -Heavy biofilm deposits with low levels of destruction -Non smoker -No diagnosis of diabetes Grade B Periodontitis (Moderate Rate) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Less than 2 mm over 5 years -.25-1.0 % bone loss/age -Destruction comme surate with biofilm deposits -Smokes less than 10 cigarettes/day -A1c less than 7% Grade C Periodontitis (Rapid Rate) - CORRECT ANSWER - -2mm or greater over 5 years -1.0 or greater -Destruction exceeds expectations given biofilm deposits. -Smokes 10 or more cigarettes per day -A1c 7% or greater Class I Carious Lesion - CORRECT ANSWER - -Pits and fissures of occlusal, buccal, and lingual surface of posteriors. -Lingual of anteriors Class II Carious Lesion - CORRECT ANSWER - Proximal surface of posteriors Class III Carious lesion - CORRECT ANSWER - Proximal surface of anteriors Class IV Carious Lesion - CORRECT ANSWER - Proximal surface of anteriors, including incised edge Class V Carious Lesion - CORRECT ANSWER - Gingival third of facial or lingual surface of anteriors and posteriors Class VI Carious Lesion - CORRECT ANSWER - Cusp tip of molars, premolars, or canines Ankyloglossia - CORRECT ANSWER - -"Tongue-tied" -Short, tight, lingual frenum Varicosities on tongue - CORRECT ANSWER - -Dark veins located sublingually. -More common in elderly patients -Considered normal Geographic tongue - CORRECT ANSWER - -Affected areas are red with white borders. -Lesions can change locations and are considered normal Median Rhomboid Glossitis - CORRECT ANSWER - -Flat smoothness on the middle dorsal surface of tongue. -Condition is related to candidiasis and is considered normal. Stained/Hairy Tongue - CORRECT ANSWER - -Elongation of filiform papillae with dark staining. -Caused by lon-term use of metronidazole, tobacco use, hydrogen peroxide, and ingestion of chromogenic food. Herpetic Lesion (Herpes) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Appears on keratinized mucosa, usually forming a cluster. -Do not treat for at least a week as the virus can spread. Aphthous Ulcer - CORRECT ANSWER - -Appears on non-keratinized surfaces such as buccal and labial mucosa, ventral surface of the tongue, floor of the mouth, and soft palate. -Lesions are filled with fluid and are surrounded by a red halo. -Postpone treatment until the lesion heals (7-10 days) Linea alba - CORRECT ANSWER - -Appears as white thin lines paralleling the occlusal plane Amalgam tattoo - CORRECT ANSWER - -Appears as blue or black macule of varying sizes on soft tissues. Hyperkeratosis - CORRECT ANSWER - -Thickening of the tissue. -Can be caused by lozenges, drugs, smokeless tobacco, etc. Common in vestibules. Ranula - CORRECT ANSWER - -Soft, bluish, movable enlarged mass on the floor of the mouth. -Involves major salivary glands Mucocele - CORRECT ANSWER - -Soft movable, semi-clear or bluish, small swelling present on the lower lip, gums, or palate (mucocele on the floor of the mouth is called ranula. -Involves minor salivary glands -Increases the risk for oral infection, periodontal disease, dental caries , and malnutrition Hutchinson incisors - CORRECT ANSWER - -Screwdriver-shaped incisors with a notched incised edge. -Etiology: Congenital Syphilis Mulberry molars - CORRECT ANSWER - -Multiple tiny globules form on the molars instead of cusps. -Etiology: Congenital Syphilis Chickenpox - CORRECT ANSWER - Varicella Shingles - CORRECT ANSWER - Herpes zoster Infectious Mononucleosis (MONO) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Also known as the "Kissing disease" -Caused by the Epstein-Barr Virus Angina - CORRECT ANSWER - -Chest pain caused by excessive work of the heart. -Prepare nitroglycerin Myocardial infarction (MI, Heart attack) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Death in parts of the heart muscle. -Wait 6 months from last attack before dental treatment Hypertension - CORRECT ANSWER - -Increased pressure on the arteries related to the buildup of plaque in the arteries. -Check BP before and after appointment. -Orthostatic hypotension is possible due to medications (sit patient up slowly) -Angioplasty-stent - CORRECT ANSWER - -Tiny balloon inserted in the artery to prevent clogging. -Blood thinners can cause heavier and prolonged bleeding Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Inability of the heart to provide enough oxygen, blood, and nutrients to the body, and results in the backing up of blood in various parts. -Avoid cavitron and air polishing if patient has difficulty breathing Arrhythmia - CORRECT ANSWER - -Abnormal electrical conduction to the heart muscles. -Epi can worsen the condition -Patient have pacemaker so check to see if it is new (shielded) or old (not shielded) to determine is cavitron is safe for use. Artifical (prosthetic) valve - CORRECT ANSWER - -Patient requires antibiotic premedication before invasive dental procedures. -Patient may be on blood thinners ADHD - CORRECT ANSWER - -Characterized by inattentiveness, hyperactivity, impulsiveness, and possible learning disability. -Use "tell show do" method Alzheimer's disease - CORRECT ANSWER - -Progressive disease that destroys memory and other mental functions. -Caregiver educations is important. Parkinson's disease - CORRECT ANSWER - -Disorder related to lack or impairment of dopamine. -Characterized by rigid moments, tremor, drooling, lack of facial expression etc. -Caregiver education is important -Stabilize instruments Stroke - CORRECT ANSWER - -Lack of blood supply to the brain. -Characterized by unilateral lack of movements. -Do not treat for 6 months after attack. -Dexterity may be limited Seizure - CORRECT ANSWER - -Abnormal electrical discharges in the brain. -Dilantin can cause gingival hyperplasia. -Avoid bright lights in patient's eye Depression - CORRECT ANSWER - -Mood disorder caused by chemical imbalances in the brain. -Avoid mepivacaine with tricyclic antidepressant -Nitrous oxide is contraindicated Alcohol and drug dependency - CORRECT ANSWER - -Risk for oral cancer is higher. -Avoid mouth rinses with alcohol. -Nitrous oxide is contraindicated Hemophilia and Platelet disorders - CORRECT ANSWER - -At risk for spontaneous bleeding, prolonged bleeding, and hemorrhages. A1C Normal - CORRECT ANSWER - Less than 5.7% A1C of prediabetes - CORRECT ANSWER - 5.7-6.4% A1C of diabetes - CORRECT ANSWER - 6.5% or higher Renal disease - CORRECT ANSWER - -Treat the patient the day after dialysis. -Pt. can have poor healing, bleeding abnormalities, and frequent infections. Hypothyroidism - CORRECT ANSWER - -Patient may not be able to tolerate cold Hyperthyroidism - CORRECT ANSWER - -Patient may not be able to tolerate heat Spina Bifida - CORRECT ANSWER - -Latex allergy occurs frequently Asthma - CORRECT ANSWER - -Late morning or late afternoon appointments are preferred. -Avoid cavitron and air polisher Tuberculosis - CORRECT ANSWER - -Do not treat patient with active TB. Radiation therapy - CORRECT ANSWER - -Treat all dental issues before the start of cancer therapy What type of cells do HIV/AIDS affect? - CORRECT ANSWER - T-lymphocytes How is HIV/AIDS transmitted - CORRECT ANSWER - -Through blood, semen, rectal fluids, vaginal fluids, and breast milk. NOT in aerosols, saliva, or sweat Autism - CORRECT ANSWER - -Provide repetitive encounters in a quiet atmosphere, and avoid eye contact. Down syndrome (trisomy 21) - CORRECT ANSWER - -Patient at higher risk for periodontal disease but usually are at lower risk for caries. -Use "tell show do" method Normal respiration - CORRECT ANSWER - Adult: 12-20 breaths/min Child 18-22 breaths/min Bradypnea - CORRECT ANSWER - Slow respiration Tachypnea - CORRECT ANSWER - Rapid respiration Normal pulse - CORRECT ANSWER - Adult: 60-100 bpm Child 80-120 bpm Infant 100-160 bpm Bradycardia - CORRECT ANSWER - Slow heart rate Tachycardia - CORRECT ANSWER - Fast heart rate Normal BP - CORRECT ANSWER - less than 120/80 Elevated BP - CORRECT ANSWER - Systolic between 120-129 and diastolic less than 80 Stage 1 BP - CORRECT ANSWER - Systolic between 130-139 or diastolic between 80-89 Stage 2 BP - CORRECT ANSWER - Systolic at least 140 or diastolic at least 90 Seek medical attention but not an emergency