diagnosis Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 5 stages of diagnosis?
A
- why is px seeking advice
- history and symptoms
- objective clinical tests
- correlation of objective findings and subjective details to create differential
- formulation of definitive diagnosis
2
Q
how do you reach a diagnosis in endodontics?
A
history clinical exam radiograph special investigations clinical reasoning
3
Q
what kind of pain is associated with A-delta fibres?
A
sharp pricking sensation
early shooting pain
4
Q
what kind of pain is associated with C fibres?
A
dull, aching or burning
5
Q
what is an endodontic emergency?
A
pain/swelling caused by various stages of inflammation or infection of the pulpal or periapical tissues
6
Q
SOCRATES
A
site onset character radiation association time course exacerbating/relieving factors severity
7
Q
what is included in an endodontic exam?
A
extra-oral exam intra-oral exam soft tissue exam intraoral swelling sinus tracts palpation percussion mobility periodontal exam
8
Q
what are the pulp test option?
A
thermal
electric
laser doppler flowmetry
pulse oximetry
