Module 7 Exam 2 Flashcards

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When are the organs of a fetus formed

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during the first trimester,

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2
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when does the fetus move and swallow

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by 12 weeks

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3
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How long is normal pregnancy

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40 weeks

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4
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what is considered premature

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before 37 weeks

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5
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when do the tooth buds develop

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between 5 and 6 weeks

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6
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when does mineralization of tooth buds start

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between 4 and 5 months

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7
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when do the lips form of a fetus

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4-7 week

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8
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when does the palate form

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between 8 to 12 th week

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9
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when is cleft lip apparent by

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the 8th week

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10
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when is cleft palate apparent by

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12th week

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11
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When are the organs completely formed

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in the second and third trimesters

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12
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What are 4 things that can harm a fetus

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infections, medications/drug use, drugs of abuse, herbal dietary supplements

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what conditions all have serious effects on teh fetus

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rubella, rubeola, varicella, herpes, viruses, hepatitis b, HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea

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14
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what is a significant risk factor for preterm delivery with low birth weight

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severe periodontitis

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15
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Should any drugs or medications be used during pregnancy

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no

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16
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what kind of effects can drugs have on the fetus

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teratogenic

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17
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what is the effect of tetracycline on the fetus

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  • intrinsic staining of tooth structure

- occurs during mineralization beginning about 4 months gestation

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18
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what is the effect of therapy for HIV infections on the fetus

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-some antiretroviral medications are not withheld because of pregnancy, but sometimes are with held during the first 14 weeks

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19
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what does alcohol consumed during pregnancy do

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fetal alcohol syndrome
low birth rate
spontaneous abortion
mental retardation

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20
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what does cocaine cause in a fetus or infant

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--decrease birth weight
prematurity
fetal growth retardation
microcephaly
teratogenic effects
increased rate of seizures
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21
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what do narcotics cause in infants and fetuses (including heroin, methadone, methamphetamines)

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  • decreased birth weight
  • withdrawal symptoms
  • convulsions
  • intrauterine growth retardation
  • enters breastmilk
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22
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what effects does tobacco have on an infant or fetus

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  • low birth weight, prematurity, miscarriage, still birth, infant mortality
  • SIDS
  • increased respiratory infections
  • deficencies in physical growth
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23
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Who are herbal supplements regulated by?

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no one

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24
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What herbal remedies have implications for DH treatment?

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Echinacea, valerian

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What is echinacea used for?
upper respiratory infections activates cell mediated immunity
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what are the negative effects of echinacea
causes allergic reactions, decreased effectiveness of immunosuppressants, imunnosuppression with long term use
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what is valerian used for?
insomnia and stress
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what are the negative effects of valerian?
may increase the sedative effect of anesthetics and it may increase anesthetic requirements
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what kind of gingival inflammatory changes are seen in the oral cavity during pregnancy
an exaggerated response of the tissues to dental biofilm
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when can a gingival reaction first be seen in pregancy?
by the second month
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If gingival inflammation in pregnancy is left untreated what happens
inflammation continues as the hormones rise to a max level by the 8th month
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What does the gingiva react to in pregnancy?
physiologic changes and influenced by increased levels of female sex hormones
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What is the clinical appearance of gingivitis
inflamed, enlargement, redness, smooth and shiny, bleeding on probing
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what are predisposing factors for gingivitis?
-local irritation and infection, hormonal changes, increased prevotella intermedia
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What is an oral pyogenic granuloma?
is a hyperplasia seen most commonly in pregnant women but can occur in non pregnant women and men
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What is the appearance of a pyogenic granuloma
-isolated, discrete, soft, round enlargement near the gingival margin usually associtaed with the interdental area
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what does the color of a pyogenic granuloma depend on?
vascularity
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what are the symptoms of a pyogenic granuloma
- bleeds easily with slight trauma | - painless unless it interferes with occlusion
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what is the significance of a pyogenic granuloma?
- interference with mastication can contribute to inadequate nutrition - provides a site for bacterial growth - results in bleeding and pain - creates undesirable esthetic effect
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What is enamel erosion caused by in pregnancy
morning sickness and vomiting
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What can a patient do to help with the erosion?
- eat small amts of non cariogenic foods throughout the day - xylitol gum - sodium bicarb rinse - gentle toothbrushing, low abrasive toothpaste
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What trimester is the safest for general dental treatment
2nd
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SHould you do a consult for dental tx in a pregnant pt?
yes
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Do we take radiographs on a pregnant pt.
no unless they are absolutely necessary
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If an x-ray needs to be taken what precautions are taken?
x-ray apron on the front and back with a thyroid collar
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When should elective dental treatment be completed
in the 2nd or 3rd trimester
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What is important about doing restorative tx on a pregnant pt
that it is completed with permanent materials, new mothers may not come back if a temp restortation is placed
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how frequently should a pregnant pt have appointments?
monthly appointments, or appointments 3 times during the 9 months
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when calc deposits are heavy what should you do
do several short appts
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what causes supine hypertensive syndrome?
impaired venous return resulting from pressure of the uterus on the inferior vena cava
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what should you do if blood pressure drops when your pt is in the supine position.
roll them to the left side to relieve pressure off the vena cava
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What is an alternate position to having your patient lay on their left side
have them elevate their right hip with a pillow or blanket
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Is the ultrasonic contraindicated for pregnancy
no
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what kind of instrumentation should be used
careful
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can nitrous oxide be used on a pregnant patient
yes in moderation, should be only for 30 minutes with oxygen at 50 %
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what should you do for a patient who has exaggerated reactions to odors and flavors of medicaments and other office materials
determine the obnoxious odors and remove them, ventilation
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what should you do for a pregnant patient who has an unpleasant taste in their mouth
-nonalcoholic mouth rinse, neural sodium fl2 rinse, tongue cleaning
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what should you do for a pregnant patient who gags
- recommend a small tb - turn head down over sink when brushing - take care in instrumentation and xrays
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what should you do with a patient who has unusual food cravings?
if they are sweets recomment non cariogenic snack and define the relationship of frequent nibbling and caries
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What can have serious effects on both the mother and the fetus
severity of existing perio infection or potential for the initiation of attachment loss
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pregnancy is an ideal time to motivate the patient to stop what
smoking
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Why should you instruct your pregnant patient on their diet
to prevent caries and mainenance of the supporting structures of the teeth
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what is vitamin a good for
preventing preterm birth
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what is calcium, phosphorous for?
tooth mineralization
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what is iron good for
blood corpuscles
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what are proteins good for
general tissue construction
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What factors may contribute to an apparent increase in dental caries during pregnancy
- previous neglect - diet during pregnancy - neglect of personal oral care procedures
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is calcium withdrawn from the mothers teeht during pregnancy?
no, those minerals in the teeth are not available
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does prenatal fl2 intake by the mother influence the rate of caries in the child
no
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Can pregnant patients benefit from both professional and self applied fl2
yes
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What are signs of depression to look for during pregnancy
``` -depressed mood fatigue and disturbed sleep loss of appetite difficutly making decisions feelings of worthlessness sucicidal ```
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what is the impact on the health of the fetus in a depressed mother
- higher tendencies for preeclampsia - longer labor - low birth rate - preterm delivery
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what do you do if your pt is depressed
- explain its a chemical imbalance in the brain - treatable - refer to Dr.