EXAM I-

Question 1

The extra oral and intraoral soft tissue examination is an essential part of any _______

Answer 1

New patient

Question 2

The extraoral and intraoral exam must be performed ____ and _____ to ensure that no parts are missed

Answer 2

Thoroughly & systematically

Question 3

With _____ the examination will become second nature and can be done quickly, but at first, it must be broken down in steps

Answer 3

Experience

Question 4

During an intraoral/extraoral examination, if an abnormality is noted, what further details may be included describing the abnormality? (8):

Answer 4

1. Type of abnormality
2. Size
3. Color
4. Location
5. Surface texture
6. Tenderness
7. Mobility
8. Consistency

Question 5

It is important to explain steps that will be followed and answer any questions that the patient may have because the patients may feel _____, ______ or ____ of the condition of their teeth.

Answer 5

Vulnerable, apprehensive or ashamed

Question 6

When performed an intraoral/extraoral exam it is important to appear____, ____, and _____ even if you do not feel this way at first/

Answer 6

Calm, organized, and competent

Question 7

What are the three general exam classifications?

Answer 7

1. Normal (WNL)
2. Atypical
3. Pathologic

Question 8

General classification of an exam characterized by being found in most individuals:

Answer 8

Normal (WNL)

Question 9

General classification of an exam that is not present in all individuals but still within normal limits

Answer 9

Atypical

Question 10

General classification fo an exam associated with infection, trauma, neoplastic growth or errors in development:

Answer 10

Pathologic

Question 11

Although “atypical” findings are not present in all individuals, they are still a______

Answer 11

variation of normal