Neurobehavioral Clinical Scenarios Flashcards
____% of patients with Cerebral Palsy are intellectually disabled and ____% have normal intelligence.
60% ID
40% normal intelligence
True or False: Many CP patients are on bisphosphonates (such as Fosamax).
True
Which teeth are the most important to save if you have to pick and choose?
incisors and PMs (90% of chewing is done on PMs)
True or False: It is possible to treat a patient from the comfort of their wheelchair.
True
When scaling teeth, why should most CP patients receive hand-scaling?
they have more trouble with swallowing = aspiration risk
Which is the better choice for Fluoride treatment in CP patients?
fluoride varnish
What are the two tools used to aid in patient mouth opening?
Molt Mouth Prop
Bite Block
The method of _______, starting with least-anxiety invoking procedure, can be used to aid in an appointment with an autistic patient.
desensitization
True or False: Autistic patients do best with short, repetitive visits in a loud room.
False, quiet room
What is the Alternative Medicine Diet that is sometimes used for Autism patients?
gluten and casein free
What are the two theories behind using the Aternative Diet to combat autism?
- Not able to communicate symptoms of allergies to these foods when present, will act with disruptive behavior
- individuals have a “leaky gut” where proteins are only partially digested and released into the bloodstream–> recognized by opioid receptors as endorphins
Individuals with autism have limited diets due to taste sensitivity, ______ preferences, and _____ behaviors.
texture
repetitive
What is the ‘z-vibe’ oral health aid?
vibrating tool for oral-motor stimulation and sensory input;
stimulates the gums, palate, tongue, mouth, cheeks, and lips;
strengthens oral awareness and motor function
