Medical Emergencies Flashcards
What drug can not be kept in the work drug box
Inhalers - prescribed by doctor
When are study models used?
Often used with orthodontics to see a before and after result. Can also be used when making dentures
What is used for an accurate impression?
Hydro putty
How Long do you have to respond to a complaint
2 days
What is used for hot vitality testing?
Gutta perka
What is used for cold vitality testing?
Ethal chloride
What are bite wings used for?
Used to check for caries/ perio/ and see bone. They cannot see the apex or root of the tooth.
What are opg X-rays used for?
Used during orthodontic treatment/ to see wisdom teeth/ what teeth are present/ if teeth are impacted
What is the name of the salivary gland disorder?
Sjögren’s syndrome
What is associated with dry mouth?
Xerostomia
What is osteoporosis associated with?
Weak bones
What is the alternative for penicillin?
Erythromycin
What is used to bring a pt out of sedation when they have had midazolam?
Flumazepill
What is used as a anti-inflammatory?
Ibuprofen
Sign of oral cancer
Painless ulcer that has no obvious cause and fails to heal fully within 2-3 weeks.
Red or white patch