Dementia Flashcards
1
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What is dementia
A
Gradual deterioration of memory,cognitive,intellectual function without deterioration of conciousness
2
Q
name 5 causes of dementia
A
- Degenerative:Alzheimers
- Genetic: huntingdons
- vascular: multi infarct dementia
- toxic: alcohol
- infection: CJD
3
Q
3 clinical features of dementia
A
- Impaired intellect/memory
- Personality change
- Difficulty reading, speaking and writing
4
Q
Dementia dental relevance
A
Poor oral hygiene
poor dental attenders
5
Q
What happens in Parkinsons
A
-Degeneration of nerve cells in SUBSTANIA NIAGRA with loss of dopamine
6
Q
6 clinical features of parkinsons
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- Tremor
- Hypokinesia (slow moves)
- Changes in posture
- Delayed swallowing
- drooling
- Loss of facial expression
7
Q
Dental relevance of parkinsons
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- Hard to sit up in dental chair
- POOr OH
- Drooling
- increased risk of aspiration
8
Q
5 risk factors of alzheimers
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- smoking
- obesity
- family history
- Hypertension
- Hypercholesterolemia
9
Q
3 characteristics alzhemimer pt display
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- Aggresion
- Uncooperation
- Depression
