Hygiene

Question 1

when doing a physical assessment of the mouth, what are you look for?

Answer 1

damaged teeth, gingivitis, periodontitis, stomatitis, glossitis, cheilosis, dry/pale oral mucosa, oral malignancies

Question 2

explain gingivitis:

Answer 2

inflammation of the gums

Question 3

explain periodontitis:

Answer 3

extensive inflammation of gums and alveolar tissues

Question 4

define stomatitis:

Answer 4

inflammation of the oral mucosa

Question 5

define glossitis:

Answer 5

inflammation of the tongue

Question 6

define cheilosis:

Answer 6

ulceration of the lips

Question 7

when inspecting the eyes, ears and nose, what are you looking for?

Answer 7

alignment/symmetry, presence of earwax (cerumen), tenderness, dryness, edema