Mental Health Flashcards
what is the affect of cannabis on oral health
increased caries rate due to xerostomia and increased hunger
increased periodontal disease and gingival enlargement
oral leukoplakias
oral cancer
what do we want to avoid giving to a patient who has taken cannabis and why
LA with adrenaline as patient is tachycardic post cannabis use
what does a person experience with schizophrenia
disorder of perception (hallucinations) and though (delusions)
what is the management of schizophrenia
drug therapy
talking therapies
learning of life skills and coping mechanisms
exercise
what are the side effects of clozapine
neutropenia and agranulocytosis
myocarditis and cardiomyopathy
what does clozapine due to saliva
increases saliva
what is it important to ask when asking about smoking cessation
type of substance being smoked
number of cigarettes per day
how long been smoking for
cessation status
why is sedation contraindicated for patients with psychiatric disorders
they may have unpredictable reactions and increased tolerance
how would an eating disorder present intra orally
exposed dentine with hypersensitivity
lingual cervical lesions
dry mouth
ulceration and infections - nutrient deficiency
increased keratin
what would you advise a patient with erosion to do
reduce acidic drinks
have acidic drinks with meal
use a straw
avoid swirling acidic drink inside mouth
reduce fresh fruit or citrus foods
what are some post vomiting methods on increasing pH to consider
chew gum, rinse mouth with water
rinse with antacid preparation
avoid abrasive toothpastes
gentle toothbrushing with desensitising toothpaste
