Intro Flashcards

1
Q

The sequential guide for the patient’s care as determined
by the dentist’s diagnosis and used by the dentist for the restoration
to and/or maintenance of optimal oral health.

A

Treatment Plan:

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2
Q

A subjective statement made by a patient describing the
most significant or serious symptoms or signs of illness
or dysfunction that caused him or her to seek
dental care.

Always written in the patient’s own words.

A

Chief complaint

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3
Q

In clinical dentistry, the patient’s past and present which may contain relevant information bearing on their health past, present, and future. The medical history, being an account of all medical events and problems a person has experienced is an important tool in the management of the patient.

A

Med Hx

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4
Q
\_\_\_\_\_ med Conditions
Diabetes
High Blood Pressure
High Cholesterol
Thyroid Conditions
Heart Conditions
Liver Conditions
Kidney Conditions
Neurological/Mental Health Conditions
Lung Conditions
Auto Immune Diseases
Cancer
HIV
Etc…..
A

Chronic condition

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5
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\_\_\_\_ med Conditions
Bell’s Palsy
Upper respiratory infection
Trauma
Flu
Ear infections
Appendicitis
Etc…..
A

Acute conditions

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6
Q

In the pt med list, what should be included in the notes tab for every medication the patient is taking?

A

Why they are taking the med and what effects it has (adverse effects, need morning appt, etc)

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7
Q

A written documentation of a patient’s oral health covering all particulars of disease and therapy.

A

Dental history

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8
Q

Is it desirable to ask open or close ended questions to the patient?

A

Open ended

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