L3 - Oral Health Prevention Flashcards

1
Q

what conditions result in drooling?

A
  • developmental disability
  • cerebral palsy
  • progressive neurological conditions
  • parkinson’s disease
  • motor neuron disease
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2
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what is dysphagia and how does it usually occur?

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discomfort/difficulty swallowing

  • usually from stroke
  • difficulty swallowing will reduce food & fluid intake
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3
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what needs to be taken into account in regards to toothpaste for SCD patients?

A
  • level of fluoride as per risk assessment
  • if suggesting foaming toothpaste assess ability to swallow
  • non-foaming toothpastes (SLS Free)
  • unflavoured toothpastes
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4
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what aids can help with communication?

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  • picture boards
  • letter boards
  • wrist bands
  • talking mats
  • draw/write
  • technology
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5
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how can you effectively support OH for an SCD pt?

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  • discuss at eye level from in front of the person
  • pea sized amount of toothpaste on small headed toothbrush
  • access to mouth
  • systematic approach
  • counting & singing
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6
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SCD dentists who are tube fed…

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  • still require oral care
  • oral mucosa should be kept moist & lubricated
  • teeth should still be cleaned - use of non-foaming toothpaste
  • consider upright position
  • aspiration
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7
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if patient is resisting oral care, what do you do?

A

ask and find out why
- detective work
- think

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8
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bleeding gums in SCD pt?

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  • reassurance
  • must provide OH
  • if not improving, seek second opinion
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9
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challenges and resistance of dental care?

A
  • pain from a dental source
  • pain or stress from the process
  • stressors (environment and person)
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10
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Denture hygiene instructions for SCD patient?

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  • dentures removed from mouth at night
  • reduces risk of oral mucosal disease
  • rinse dentures post eating
  • cleaning them AM + PM using brush
  • soak dentures in disinfectant once a day
  • overnight soaking in plain water
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11
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how can you help a scd pt develop a routine?

A

reinforcement

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12
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how to create a + habit loop for oral care?

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