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test 1 1113 Flashcards

1
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what is in the patient registration form

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patient information, insurance, responsible party, date and signature

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2
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how do you examine soft tissue

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observe behavior, seat in an upright position, explain the procedure, examine, document findings

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3
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what are the vital signs

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temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure

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4
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what are contraindications

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a sign that you should not use a type of drug or medicine

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5
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what are the contraindications of nitrous oxide (laughing gas)

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respiratory problems

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6
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what are the types of local anesthetics

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long and short infiltration (long lasts over 1 hour)

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7
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what is an antibiotic

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a drug that can directly kill an infecting organism or inhibit the production of bacteria

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8
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what is an analgesic

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a drug used to prevent pain by blocking or reducing pain signals

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9
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describe block

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when an anesthesia is injected in a larger nerve or nerve trunk

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10
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describe field block

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targets a nerve further down the line than full block and numbs less area

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11
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describe aspiration

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when the dentist checks if blood enters the needle so he knows if he will inject into the bloodstream or not

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12
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what are the gauges of needle

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25,27,30

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13
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is a higher gauge thicker or thinner

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thinner

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14
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what are high gauge needles used for

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infiltration

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15
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what is paresthesia

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abnormal feeling of nerves caused by pressure or damage to the nerves

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16
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what are the effects on the teeth that come with age

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decay, gum recession, xerostomia, discoloration

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17
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describe muscle distrophy

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a disorder that cause progressive muscle weakness and degeneration

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18
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describe Parkinson’s

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A neurodegenerative disorder affecting movement, characterized by tremors, stiffness, slowness due to loss of dopamine producing neurons

19
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describe cerebral paulsy

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A neurological disorder caused by brain damage before or during birth, leading to impaired muscle coordination, movement, and posture (walter jr)

20
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

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Also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and eventual paralysis

21
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Osteoarthritis

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A degenerative joint disease where cartilage wears down over time, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced joint mobility, most commonly in the knees, hips, and hands

22
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what are the types of seizures

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Absence Seizures (Petit Mal), tonic (stiff), atonic (relaxed), myoclonic (short jerking), clonic (periods of shaking and jerking)

23
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describe cardiovascular disorders in patients

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angina (chest pain), hypertension, heart failure. avoid stressful appointments, use nitrous oxide

24
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what are the complications and examples of respiratory disorders

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asthma, bronchitis, anesthetic may be more sensitive to anesthetics

24
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what is Hyperthyroidism

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a condition where the thyroid gland produces excessive amounts of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4). These hormones regulate metabolism, so an overactive thyroid speeds up bodily functions (rapid heartrate, sweating, anxiety)

25
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what is diabetes militis

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a chronic condition where the body has trouble regulating blood sugar (glucose) levels, either due to a lack of insulin production or the body’s inability to use insulin effectively

26
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describe down syndrome

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a genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21

27
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describe Alzheimer’s disease

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a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults

28
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describe cerebrovascular accident

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occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted

29
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describe autism

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a developmental disorder that affects communication, behavior, and social interaction

30
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describe schizophrenia

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a serious mental health disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It is characterized by a disconnection from reality

31
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what are the classes of furcation

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class 1 - can be probed but not radiographed, class 2 - can be entered but does not penetrate, class 3 - covered by soft tissue with complete involvement on both sides, class 4 - not covered by soft tissue

32
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describe generic name

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The standardized name used for the active ingredient in all forms of the drug, regardless of brand

33
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describe the chemical name

A

the molecular structure of the drug

34
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what is listed on a prescription

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superscription (patient information), rx (Latin for take), inscription(drug name), subscription (directions), signature ,DEA number

35
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Describe the tooth movement classes

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Class 1 - moved up to one mm, class 2 - more than 1 mm, class 3 - depressable

36
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What are the classes of care

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Class 1 - emergency, class 2 - functional, class 3 - optimal (vanity)

37
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How does parastesia happen

A

When you sterilize a cartridge

38
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What drugs are included in an emergency kit

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Epinephrine, albuterol (inhaler), diphenhydramine (allergies), aspirin, nitroglycerin, ammonia inhalants, glucose, naloxone (narcan)

39
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What are the probing scores

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0 - colored area visible, 1 - bleeding occurs when probed, 2 - detectable calculus and margins, 3 partially visible, 4 - not visible

40
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Describe cavity classifications

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1 small dots, 2 proximal molars, 3 proximal incisors, 4 proximal incisor and Incisal edge (tip), 5 near roots, 6 tips

41
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What are the stages of aging patients

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Functional, frail, dependent

42
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What are the categories of special needs

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1 - healthy, 2 - need special appointments or schedules 3 - life long implications, 4 - more significant accommodations, 5 - require serious accommodations

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