Final Flashcards
Why do an EIO?
- base line
- oral cancer screening
- detect from normal
oral cancer
- Oral cancer accounts for 3-4 percent of cancers
- With early detection the cure rate can exceed 90 percent
- Observation by the dental professional is the principle method for detection of oral cancer
- Early detection is going to reduce the risk of death
- location: Lateral border of the tongue, Oropharynx, hard and soft palate, Lower lip (chew Tabacoo, sun), Floor of the mouth
- malpractice: failure to detect oral cancer (top 10 reasons for malpractice)
observation/inspection
The act of viewing and watching the client to collect data
palpation
The act of using the sense of touch to collect data
auscultation
The act of listening to and detecting body sounds in order to determine variations from normal
olfaction
The act of sensing body odors to detect variations from normal and potential disease
When does the EIO start?
when you get them out of the waiting room
fruity breath indicates what?
diabetes
digital palpation
Use of a single finger to move or press against tissue
bidigital palpation
Use of one or more fingers and thumb to move or compress tissue
bimanual palpation
Use finger of one hand and fingers and thumb of other hand simultaneously to move or compress tissue
bilateral palpation
Use fingers of both hands simultaneously to move or press on contralateral sides of the head/neck
Thyroid gland -location -shape -what does it do enlarges?
- Secretes thyroid hormone that controls the body’s metabolic rate
- Middle of lower neck over trachea
- Shaped like a bow tie
- Check for nodules during examination
- Goiter is an enlarged thyroid gland: graves disease, hyperthyroid
- hypothyroid: hashimoto’s
lymphatic system
- Network of lymph nodes connected by vessels, which plays a role in defense against infection
- Lymph fluid carries nutrients and waste between body tissues and bloodstream
- Lymph nodes are bean-shaped structures that filter and trap bacteria, fungi, and waste
- 400-700 in the body
- 170–300 in neck
- Major chains in anterior and posterior of neck and under chin
- Vary in size from head of pin to baked bean
- Enlarge when infected, if there is an inflammatory condition, or cancer (idiopathic-no cause, infection, cancers)
when doing EIO what are you looking or
lump, swelling, raised knob, freely movable node, fixed nodule, asymmetry, irregular shape, firm or hard consistency, tender areas, red or discolored area, wound, bruise, scar
exostosis
extra bone growth on buccal, normal unless it is causing issues
leukoedema
white film, common on darker skin
toris palatine
extra bone on the palate
nicotine stomatitis
minor glands that are irrupted, dry heat causing altered tissue, educate the pt
tonsilloliths
tonsil stones
geographic tongue
bengin migratory glossitis
scalloped tongue
wave like tongue on the borders
ankyloglossia
tongue tied
macule
A circumscribed, nonraised area of epidermis altered in color from its surroundings
patch
A circumscribed pigmented or textured area larger than a macule
erosion
A denudation of epithelium above the basal cell layer
ulcer
A loss of epithelium that extends below the basal cell layer
scar
A permanent mark indicating previous wound healing
fissure
A linear crack in the epidermis
papule
An elevated, solid lesion less than 1 cm in diameter
plaque
A flat, raised area larger than 1 cm in diameter
nodule
A raised, solid mass that has the dimension of depth and is less than 1 cm in diameter
tumor
A solid, raised benign or malignant mass that has the dimension of depth and is larger than 1 cm in diameter
vesicle
A circumscribed, fluid-filled skin elevation less than 1 cm in diameter
pustule
A vesicle filled with purulent exudate
bulla
A fluid-filled mucocutaneous elevation greater than 1 cm in diameter
when documenting EIO finding ask theses questions about the history
- Is the patient aware of the lesion
- How long has it been present
- Changes in size and appearance
- Symptoms
- 7 to 10 days
when documenting EIO findings, be specific about location and document if it is
Localized
Generalized
Single lesion
Multiple lesion
when documenting EIO findings, document physical characteristics
Size and shape
Color
Surface texture
Consistency
when documenting EIO findings, document Attachment of lesion
sessile or pedunculated
excisional
entire lesion is removed
incisional
section of the lesion is removed
cancer screening adjuncts
- vizilite: abnormal tissue will reflect light and appear white
- velscope: abnormal tissue will appear dark and irregular
What is the most common dental emergencies?
syncope: pt has anxiety, psychogenic reaction
male: men don’t express that anxiety, more common to faint.
what are the risk factors in medical emergencies?
- Increased number of elderly patients in society with natural teeth and dental diseases that require invasive procedures
- Medical advances (more dental history, implants)
- More complex dental procedures require longer appointments
- Increased use of pharmacological agents for systemic conditions (more medicine)
what are preventative actions for an emergency
A. Medical History Assessment (allergies)
B. Physical Observation (nervous, not communicating, seems rude, holding onto chair, arms crossed, you can ask them if they are nervous) C. Psychological Assessment D. Medical Consultation (resent cardiac event 3-6 months)
what are preventative actions for an emergency
- Medical History Assessment (allergies)
- Physical Observation (nervous, not communicating, seems rude, holding onto chair, arms crossed, you can ask them if they are nervous)
- Psychological Assessment
- Medical Consultation (resent cardiac event 3-6 months)
compensation
pt vitals increase above base line
decompensation
pt vitals decrease below base line
what are the 8 vital signs
blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, height, weight, age, medical alert tag
is it better to be compensation or decompensation?
compensation
why do we take vital signs?
- baseline
- consult if not WNL
- monitor during medical emergency
temperature; normal ranges and not normal ranges, what reduces a fever
35.5°C – 37.5°C
96.0°F – 99.5° F
Fever (pyrexia) greater than 99.5°F
Anti- pyrexia: reduces fever
Hyperthermia greater than 105.8°F
Hypothermia less than 96.0°F
pulse; normal ranges and not normal ranges
Normal adult rate 60-100 bpm Normal child rate 90-120 bpm Bradycardia: less than 50 bpm Lower than normal Tachycardia: more than 100 bpm Higher than normal
blood pressure; normal ranges, Factors to observe during respiration
Adult 14 – 20 respirations per minute Child 20 – 25 respirations per minute Factors to observe during respiration Depth: shallow/deep Rhythm: regular/irregular Quality: strong/weak/labored Sounds: gasping/wheezing
respiration; normal ranges and not normal ranges
normal: 160/>100
systolic pressure
The peak or highest pressure, caused by ventricular contraction
diastolic pressure
The lowest pressure, caused by ventricular relaxation
pulse pressure
The difference between the systolic and diastolic pressures
hypertension
- primary
- secondary
- primary
- 90%
- etiology: idiopathic
- predisposing risk factors: heredity, overweight, race, sex, age, environment, smoking
- secondary
- 10%
- major underlying disease, i.e. kidney disease
hypertension
-clinical symptoms
headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, fainting
hypertension
-long term effect
hypertensive heart disease (heart attack)
cerebral vascular accident (stroke)
hypertensive renal disease (kidney failure)
ischemic heart disease (angina or heart attack)
hypertension
-treatment
- life style changes: diet, exercise, smoking cessation
- antihypertensive drug therapy
how to minimize stress
- Heightened anxiety can lead to acute exacerbation of medical problems
- Identify anxious patients through health history questionnaire and observation
- Take steps to reduce stress by developing a rapport and making the patient feel secure
- talk to pt, ask what they would like
- calm voice
when should pt with anxiety, diabetes, physical or mental handicaps have appointments
- what works best for the pt
- shorter morning appointments
ASA stands for
american society of anesthesiologist
what does ASA physical status classification system do
- estimates the risk for a pt to receive anesthesia
- valuable method
ASA I
normal healthy pt without disease and without stress
ASA II
pt with mild systemic disease, anxiety, fear of dental tx, smoker, age, taking medication
ASA III
pt with severe systemic disease, disease that isn’t well controlled
ASA IV
pt with incapacitating systemic disease that is constant threat to life, inhaler multiple times a day, oxygen, not a great time for a cleaning (talk with dr) but if it is emergency that needs to be addressed it can be addressed
ASA V
morbid pt not expected to survive with or without an operation, terminally ill pt, palliative tx only, 24 hours left
What is the most important thing that most be done prior to a medical consultation
obtain consent from pt to contact physician
What is C-A-B
Chest compressions, airway, breathing
CPR for an adult
Compression Rate: At least 100 per minute
Depth: At least 2 inches
Compression to Breath Ratio: 30:2 for 1 or 2 rescuer
Oxygen is useful in all medical emergencies except
hyperventilation
oxygen
- Easily administered
- (E) size cylinder, provides enough oxygen for 30 min, portable
- Tanks are green, nitrogen is blue
- Begin supplemental oxygen at 4-6 liters per minute
Epinephrine
- Has a vasoconstrictor effect on the capillary which counteracts the vasodilation produced by histamine in an allergic reaction
- allergic reactions/ anaphylatic shock
- severe life-threatening asthma attacks
- administration: intramuscular into arm or thigh
Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
- An antihistamine with anticholinergic (drying) and sedative side effects. In the injectable form benadryl has a rapid onset
- As an adjunct to epinephrine after the acute symptoms have been controlled
- For uncomplicated allergic conditions
- Administration: Intramuscular into arm or thigh
Diazepam
-Anticonvulsant that
produces CNS depression
-Treatment of overdose reactions to local anesthetic, epileptic seizures, and anxiety
-Administration: Intravenous or intramuscular into arm or thigh
seizure: let it take its course and if doesn’t go away then the pt needs this
Nitroglycerine
- Produces relaxation of smooth muscle
- Management of chest pain associated with angina pectoris and acute myocardial infarction
- Administration: Place tablet or spray under the tongue, nitroglycerine increases blood flow, dosage: up to 3 doses in 15 minutes, usually every 5 minutes
Glutose (glucose)
- Concentrated sugar
- Used to control hypoglycemic reactions in patients with diabetes
- Administration: Orally
Bronchodilator (albuterol)
- An agent used with asthmatic patients and allergic reactions that manifest as respiratory difficulty
- For asthma and for bronchospasm that may occur in association with bronchitis or emphysema
- Administration: 1-2 inhalations, have at appt on counter, and not expired
Aromatic ammonia inhalants
- Produces respiratory stimulation. It acts by irritating the mucous membrane of the upper respiratory tract which stimulates respiration
- Vasodepressor Syncope
- Administration: Crush and pass under patients nose
sialolith
salivary stone
diabetes (what do you smell)
fruity breath
Anaphylaxis
severe, sometimes fatal, allergic reaction that results in shock
angina pectoris
chest pain caused by a lack of oxygen to the heart muscles; common in individuals with blocked arteries; may or may not result in heart attack; treat with nitroglycerin
angioedema
localized, large swellings without the well-defined borders of hived, an allergic reaction to a food or medicine, affects the tissues of the hands, face, and genitals
antigen
foreign substance that causes an immune response
arterlosclerosis
hardening of the arteries caused by an accumulation of plaque
atherosclerosis
arteriosclerosis of the coronary arteries
avulsion
traumatic removal of a tooth from its socket
bradycardia
slower than normal pulse rate; less than 60 beats per minute (adult)
cerebrovascular accident (CVA)
a stroke caused by cerebral hemorrhage, embolism, thrombosis, or infarction
clonic
convulsive movements characterized by the contraction and relation of muscles
cyanosis
blue coloration of an area, particularly the lips, caused by a lack of oxygenated blood
dyspnea
difficult or labored breathing
embolism
blood clot, unattached to a blood vessel, carried through the blood stream
EMS
emergency medical system within a community; consists of trained personnel and communication, transportation, and medical facilities to provide emergency medical care; is activated in most communicated by telephoning 911; sometimes is referred to as phone first
gingival hyperplasia
an over growth of connective tissue component of the gingiva, occurs in direct response to medication use (dilantin) and plaque accumulation
hemorrhage
uncontrolled bleeding
hyperglycemia
high blood sugar
hypoxia
deficiency of oxygen in the air being breathed
ictal
relating to convulsion
insulin shock
low blood sugar
ketones
excess amounts of acetone and acetonic acid in the blood and urine of individuals with diabetes; contributes to an increased frequency of urination
kussmaul breathing
heavy, labored breathing that may be either rapid or slow, occurs during a hypoglycemic incident
myocardial infarction (MI)
heart attack
orthostatic hypotension
low blood pressure that results from remaining in one position for a significant length of time; may be characterized by dizziness, light-headedness, loss of balance, or syncope
Pericoronitis
inflammation of the soft tissue that surrounds an erupting tooth
postictal
relating to the final stage of a seizure, often involves extreme exhaustion and sleep
prodromal
relating to an initial phase of a seizure, during which an aura may be sensed
pruritus
itching, typically associated with allergy
syncope
fainting, caused by decreased blood flow to the brain
tachycardia
faster than normal pulse rate; more than 100 beats per minute for an adult
thrombosis
a blood clot attached to a blood vessel
tonic
stiff and rigid movements caused by muscle contraction
tonic-clonic
describes the sudden muscle contractions followed by convulsive movements during a seizure
transient ischemic attack
TIA, a temporary stroke, also termed incipient stroke, does not result in permanent neurological damage, although its occurrence indicates the presence of cerebrovascular disease
trismus
difficulty in opening the mouth
urticaria
hives, appear as raised areas of edema and erythema and are accompanied by prutius
vasodilator
a medication or drug that causes the arteries to dilate (nitroglycerin)
coronal polishing
cosmetic procedure designed to remove extrinsic stains from the enamel surfaces of the teeth
therapeutic procedure
dental procedure used to maintain health or treat disease to restore health.
effects of polishing
Environmental contamination Bacteremia Iatrogenic damage to tooth structure Gingiva Restorations
dental aerosols
invisible airborne particles dispersed into the surrounding environment by dental equipment such as dental handpieces and electronically powered instruments.
how long do microorganisms in dental aerosols survive
24 hours
Splatter
consists of airborne particles that land on people and objects.
polishing paste, microorganisms, and saliva
What do the patients and clinicians need to wear during polishing and why
glasses, to prevent eyes from splatter
Constituents of prophylaxis pastes may include various chemicals that can cause a severe inflammatory response in the eye.
Examples of individuals who are susceptible to bacteremia include those with:
Damaged or abnormal heart valves,
Prosthetic heart valve,
Congenital heart disease,
Cardiac bypass surgery within the last 6 months,
Prosthetic joint replacement, and Dialysis patients
if patients need an antibiotic prior to a prophylaxis does that patient need to be pre med for coronal polishing
yes
iatrogenic
term used to describe a problem brought on by something that a clinician does.
what does polishing generate that should be taken in consideration when polishing?
heat, Care must be taken to use a wet polishing agent with minimal pressure at a low speed to prevent overheating the tooth.
what do primary teeth have that gets affected when polishing
large pulp chambers that make these teeth particularly vulnerable to the heat
can gingival margin get injured during polishing? if so, how?
yes, incorrect polishing technique
What are some dental contraindications for polishing?
Lack of stain, sensitive teeth, exposed cementum or dentin, restored tooth surfaces, newly erupted teeth, implant abutments, areas of demineralization, and gingiva that is inflamed
Why is lack of stain a dental contraindication for polishing
Polishing is contraindicated for tooth surfaces that either have no stains or have stains that are not visible when the patient smiles or engages in conversation.
Why is sensitive teeth a dental contraindication for polishing
Sensitive teeth should not be polished with traditional prophy paste.
Why is exposed cementum or dentin a dental contraindication for polishing
Polishing removes significant amounts of these structures.
Polishing should be limited to enamel surfaces
Why is restored tooth surfaces a dental contraindication for polishing
Restorative materials are not as hard as enamel and therefore may be scratched by abrasive pastes.
Air-powder polishing can scratch, erode, pit, or result in margin leakage.
Special polishing agents should be used when polishing these structures is indicated
Why is newly erupted teeth a dental contraindication for polishing
Because the mineralization of newly erupted teeth is incomplete, polishing should be avoided.
Why is implant abutements a dental contraindication for polishing
Titanium abutments should not be polished.
The implant superstructure–prosthetic crown or denture–can be polished if needed for stain removal
Why is areas of demineralization a dental contraindication for polishing
Conservation of demineralized enamel surfaces is indicated.
why is gingiva that is inflamed a dental contraindication for polishing
Polishing is not recommended for a patient with inflamed, enlarged, soft, spongy, or bleeding tissue.
If needed, polishing should be scheduled for a separate appointment after tissue healing has occurred.
What are some systemic contraindications for polishing?
Communicable disease, susceptibility to infection
Why is communicable disease a systemic contraindication for polishing
Patients with communicable disease that could be spread by the aerosols created by polishing
Why is susceptibility to infection a systemic contraindication for polishing
Patients with high susceptibility to infection that can be transmitted by contaminated aerosols
Examples: those with respiratory or pulmonary disease or debilitated or immunosuppressed individuals
What are some special consideration for polishing?
restricted sodium diet, respiratory disease, renal disease
Why is restricted sodium diet a special contraindication for polishing
Contraindicated because of the high sodium content of most polishing powders
Why is respiratoy disease a special contraindication for polishing
Respiratory disease or other condition that limits swallowing
Why is renal disease a special contraindication for polishing
Renal disease or metabolic disorders and in individuals on diuretics or long-term steroid therapy–because the high sodium content of the powder could cause an electrolyte imbalance in these individuals.
what are indications for stain removal?
To remove extrinsic stains not removed during tooth brushing and scaling
To prepare teeth for caries preventive agents
To contribute to patient motivation
What is the sequence for rubber cup polishing
Identify biofilm/stain (disclose)
Apply polishing agent
Activate the cup
Apply intermittent light pressure for 1-2 seconds
Work from posterior to anterior
Activate the cup from the cervical third to the incisal third
Irrigate and floss
What is the rubber cup adaptation and lateral pressure for polishing
The rubber cup should be applied using just enough pressure to make the rim of the cup flare slightly
If the pt has tooth color restorations what polishing agent should be used?
soft shine
if the patient has demineralization or is sensitive what polishing agent?
sensitive
If the patient has no sensitivity and not tooth colored restorations what polishing agent should be used?
fine grit
What are the indications for the porte polisher?
Patients with infectious diseases
To apply desensitizing agents
For homebound or bedridden patients
aesthetic prodcedure
Stain removal is a nonessential aesthetic procedure undertaken for cosmetic reasons—to
improve the appearance of the anterior teeth
extrinsic stain
occur on the external (outer) surfaces of the teeth and can be removed by polishing.
chlorhexidine stain
is caused by the use of antimicrobial mouth rinses that contain chlorhexidine. Chlorhexidine causes a yellowish brown stain on
the cervical and proximal tooth surfaces, restorations, and the surface of the tongue.
tobacco stain
is a tenacious dark brown or black stain that results from cigarette or cigar smoking or the use of chewing tobacco.
intrinsic stain
occur within the enamel of the tooth and cannot be removed by polishing