Patient Assessment And Examination Flashcards
1
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What is included in patient and denture assessment (6)
A
History Relevant medical history Social history Examination of the patient Examination of the denture Arriving at a problem/diagnosis
2
Q
What should be assessed/carried out during a patient assessment (6)
A
Presenting complaint History Intra/extra oral examination Special investigations Making a diagnosis Treatment plan
3
Q
How can talking to a patient help with denture assessment
A
Having a relaxed conversation about their teeth can reveal lots about the current device: Aesthetics Retention Speech Face height Support of the facial tissues
4
Q
What questions should be asked when assessing full denture history (6)
A
Why were your teeth lost How long have they worn dentures for How many dentures have they had Have they got a favourite denture Have they got a preferred design Do they prefer metal or acrylic dentures
5
Q
What should be identified when assessing a patients medical history
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Problems which could affect:
Attending for treatment
Procedure tolerance
Living with dentures
6
Q
Which medical problems can affect patients with dentures
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Rheumatoid arthritis Neuromuscular problems Mucosal disease Xerostomia Osteoporosis/bisphosphonates Insertion and removal
7
Q
What should be assessed when asking about a patients social history (5)
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Do they live alone/supported living/care home Do they have any hobbies Do they smoke Do they drink alcohol What is their diet like
8
Q
What should be assessed during an extra-oral examination (7)
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If facial height is lower If naso-labial angle is obtuse Facial support Smile line Aesthetics of existing dentures Any abnormalities Limited opening
9
Q
What should be carried out under a general examination
A
Chart the remaining teeth and any caries or restorations and carry out a basic periodontal examination
