Chapter 17

Question 1

what are some gerontological variations of the nose

Answer 1

• may appear more prominent

- diminished sense of smell

Question 2

what are some gerontological variations of the mouth

Answer 2

• diminished sense of taste
• periodontal disease
• gum lines recede
• oral alterations
• tooth loss
• darkened teeth

Question 3

what are some common chief complaints of the nose, mouth, and throat

Answer 3

• nasal blockage, halitosis (odor), oral lesions

Question 4

deviated septum

Answer 4

more than 80% have some degree of deviation or crookedness,

can be caused by injury to nose or variations in anatomy

Question 5

gingivitis

Answer 5

gum margins red, swollen, bleed easily
gums recede, purulent drainage
poor hygiene, vitamin C deficiency
more common in pregnancy and puberty