Module 23 Flashcards
A disability can be defined as a ___ or ____ impairment?
physical
mental
Communicate __ and to the __ when a person has vision impairment?
clearly
patient
If a person has hearing impairment you should use ______ or _____ Instructions? Some people can even read ______?
sign language
written instructions
lips
You should use ____ terminology for Pedo patients, _____ things in detail, and ___ exposure factors and ______ size?
“kid”
explain
decrease
film
The _____ technique is preferred in children with primary/transitional dentition?
bisecting
The gag reflex is also called?
Pharygeal reflex
The areas that are most sensitive to gag reflexes are?
soft palate
lateral post. 1/3 of tongue
What factors can bring on a gag reflex?
psychogenic
tactile
What do you do if someone has an “Extreme” gag reflex?
take an extra-oral film
What tips/techniques can you use if someone has a shallow palate?
two cotton rolls under occlusal surface
What tips/techniques can you use if someone has a narrow arch?
smaller film size
If someone has canine overlap what can be done to get the contact open?
use a more distal position of PID
may need to Increase Vertical Angulation
What are some tricks to help patients who gag?
salt on tongue
rinse vigorously with mouthwash/cold water
What can you do to help patients with tori be more comfortable while taking x-rays?
use edge-eeze
It is important to think about _ and __ and realize there may be times that ___ film placement will be compromised and this is acceptable?
safety
technique
ideal
