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Test 2 Flashcards

1
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How many radiographs are in a full mouth survey?

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20

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How many PAs in a full mouth survey?

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16

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3
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How many bitewings in a full mouth survey?

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4

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What does PA stand for?

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periapical

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What is a PA radiograph?

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image that captures the outline of the entire crown and the entire root anatomy >2.0mm of alveolar

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Where is the receptor placed during a PA?

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-parallel to B and Li planes of lateral incisor
-receptors parallels long axis of lateral incisor
-incisor is within middle two 1/4s of mesiodistal width
-horizontal angle directed through mesial contact of lateral incisor

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7
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What do bitewing radiographs show?

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-interproximal contact areas without overlapping
-detect interproximal caries
-crestal alveolar bone levels

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What does Dx mean?

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diagnosis

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9
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What does Hx mean?

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history

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10
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What does N/A mean?

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next appointment OR not applicable

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11
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What does FM mean?

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full mouth

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12
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What does Bid mean?

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twice a day

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13
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What does PRN mean?

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as needed

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14
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What does Tid mean?

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three times a day

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15
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What does Qid mean?

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four times a day

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16
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What does pt mean?

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patient

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17
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What does Rx mean?

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prescription

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18
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What is asthma?

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chronic inflammatory disease of the airway characterized by reversible episodes of increased airway hyper-responsiveness resulting in recurrent episodes of dyspnea, coughing, and wheezing

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19
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What type of onset is asthma?

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sudden onset

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20
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How long does it take for peak symptoms of asthma to start?

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10-15 minutes

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21
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How many patients having asthma attack go to the ER?

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25%

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22
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How many people have asthma worldwide?

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300 million

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23
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What is the death rate of asthma?

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1 of every 250 deaths worldwide

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24
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since the 1960s, how much has the prevalence of asthma increased?

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more than doubled
-from 2% to 7%

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25
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How many people in the US have asthma?

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23 million

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26
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What is the second most common chronic disease in children?

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asthma

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27
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percentage of children with asthma:

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10%

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28
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What is the number one chronic disease in children?

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caries

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29
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percentage of adults with asthma:

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6%

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30
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What are some cause/triggers of asthma?

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-emotional or physical stress
-allergy to food or drugs
-air pollution or irritating vapors
-upper respiratory infection
-exercised induced

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31
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What is extrinsic asthma?

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allergic asthma
-more often in children
-triggered by specific allergens
-about 50% of children out grow extrinsic asthma

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32
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What is intrinsic asthma?

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non-allergic
-develop in adults older than 35
-triggered by respiratory infections, physical exertion, environmental and air pollution
-psychological and physiological stress can induce an attack

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33
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What should you avoid in those with asthma?

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aspirin and NSAIDs

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34
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What is the triad asthmaticus?

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very sudden and very severe asthma attack
-wheezing, dyspnea, and hypoxia
-do not repsond to bronchodilators
-TRUE EMERGENCY
Asthma, nasal polyps, sensitivity to aspirin and NSAIDs

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35
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What are the symptoms of asthma?

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chest congestion, wheezing/cough, dyspnea/tachypnea, increased blood pressure, anxiety, and cyanosis

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36
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What are some ways to prevent asthma attacks as a provider?

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get a good medical history
-when do they have attacks
-when was their most recent
-how are the attacks managed
-have they needed emergency care

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37
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What are ways for patients to prevent asthma attacks?

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vaccinations, know triggers, take medication, take puff of inhaler

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38
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How to manage asthma attacks:

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-terminate procedure
-patient upright
-calm patient
-bronchodilators (up to three times)
-oxygen if unsuccessful
-get medical assistance
-epinephrine

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39
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What is mild asthma?

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-less than 3 attacks a week that last for less than 30 minutes
-only with allergen or exercise
-inhaler not always needed

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40
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What is moderate asthma?

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-3-5 attacks a week
-last 30 minutes to several hours
-affect sleep
-ER visits
-inhaler more commonly used

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41
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What is severe asthma?

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-daily attacks
-inhaler daily
-may use steroids
-frequent ER visit
-limit daily activity

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42
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What is diabetes?

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group of metabolic diseases that result in low levels of insulin

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43
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What is Type I diabetes?

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insulin dependent diabetes
-5% of diabetic patients
-more common in children
-beta cell destruction
-thought to be autoimmune
-abrupt onset

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44
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What is Type II Diabetes?

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noninsulin dependent diabetes
-milder
-in adults
-overweight/obese
-blood sugar more stable

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45
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What is gestational diabetes?

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abnormal glucose tolerance in pregnancy
5-7% of pregnant women

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46
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Symptoms of hyperglycemia:

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-polyuria
-polydipsia
-polyphagia
-dry warm skin
-dry mouth
-fruity smelling breath
-Kussmauls breathing
-rapid weak pulse
-confusion and altered levels of consciousness

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47
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Symptoms of hypoglycemia:

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-lethargy
-changes in mood, strange behavior
-nausea
-tachycardia
-hypertension
-anxiety
-full body sweating

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48
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Symptoms of severe hypoglycemia:

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-loss of consciousness
-seizures
-coma

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49
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Management of hypoglycemia:

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-position patient comfortably
-administer 100% oxygen
-oral carbs if conscious
-if unconscious cake icing on lips
-medical assistance

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50
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What is A1c?

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average amount of sugar in blood over the past 2-3 months

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51
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Ideal A1c:

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6.5% or below

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52
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What blood sugar levels should you defer elective treatment?

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<70 or >200

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53
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What is normal fasting glucose level?

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80-130

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54
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What is insulin shock?

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excess insulin

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55
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What is the mild stage of insulin shock?

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most common
-triggered by hunger, weakness, trembling, tachycardia, pallor, and sweating
-may occur before meals, during exercise, or when food is delayed

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56
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What is the moderate stage of insulin shock?

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when blood sugar drops substantially
-patient becomes incoherent, uncooperative, and sometimes belligerent/resistant to reason
-patients may injure themselves

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57
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What is the severe stage of insulin shock?

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-complete unconsciousness
-usually take place during sleep when the other two stages are ignored
-sweating, pallor, rapid and thready pulse

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58
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What are oral manifestations of diabetes?

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-urinate when blood sugar is high
-xerostomia
-bacterial, viral, and fungal infections
-poor wound healing
-increase incidence and severity of caries

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59
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What are oral complications of diabetes?

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-periodontal disease and abscess
-bidirectional hyperglycemia
-xerostomia and burning mouth syndrome
-increased infections
-gingival inflammation

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60
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What are allergies?

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abnormal or hypersensitive response of immune system to a substance introduced into the body

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What is the sensitizing dose?

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the previous exposure to the allergen

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62
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What is the challenge dose?

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subsequent exposure to the antigen

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63
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What is a type I hypersensitivity reaction?

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related to humoral immune system
-occur soon after second exposure to the antigen

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64
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What is anaphylaxis?

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acute reaction involving smooth muscle of the bronchi in which antigen-IgE antibodies form on surface of mast cells
-release of histamine

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65
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What is the most common cause of anaphylaxis?

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antibiotics

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66
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What occurs in the cardiovascular system during anaphylaxis?

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capillary dilation and increases capillary permeability
-blushing and edema formation
-decreased venous return, decrease BP and cardiac output

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67
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What occurs in the respiratory system during anaphylaxis?

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can lead to asphyxia due to increased secretions in the glands

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68
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What occurs on the skin during anaphylaxis?

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itching and hives
-erythema rash
-angioedema

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69
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Progression of symptoms of anaphylaxis?

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-skin
-eyes, nose, GI
-respiratory
-cardiovascular

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70
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How to manage rapid allergic reactions:

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-position patient supine
-BCLS
-oxygen
-monitor vitals

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71
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doses of epinephrine for rapid allergic reactions

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-1/10,000 3.0 cc IV
-1/10,000 0.3 cc IM/SC

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72
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doses of benadryl for rapid allergic reaction

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50 mg IV or IM

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73
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What are the causes of delayed allergic reactions:

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-greater than an hour
-non-life threatening
-antibiotics
-analgesics
-narcotics
-preservatives in anesthesia

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74
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What are the symptoms of delayed allergic reactions:

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-rash
-pruritus (itching)
-urticaria (hives)
-edema
-rarely: hypotension, dyspnea, and coma

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75
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Management of delayed allergic reactions:

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-terminate procedure
-position patient comfortably
-BSLC if indicated
-benadryl

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76
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Risk factors of cardiovascular disease: (can’t be changed)

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-heredity (30% due to genetic factors)
-sex (men develop 10 years earlier than women)
-race (African americans at higher risk)
-age (65 or older)

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76
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Risk factors for cardiovascular disease: (can be changed)

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-smoking
-excessive alcohol use
-stress
-obesity
-diabetes
-cholesterol
-hypertension
-sleep apnea

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77
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Signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease:

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-extreme fatigue
-chest pain
-difficulty breathing
-nausea
-edema

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78
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What is edema?

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collection of fluid that can be due to venous insufficiency

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79
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What is stenosis?

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narrowing or obstruction
-usually the aortic valve
-caused by: rheumatic fever, calcification of valve, or congenital anomalies

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80
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What is dyspnea?

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difficult, labored, or uncomfortable breathing

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81
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What is orthopnea?

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-difficulty breathing when lying down
-caused by: heart failure, COPD, panic disorder, or sleep apnea

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82
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What is coronary artery disease?

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decreased or blocked blood flow to the heart due to plaque build up

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83
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What are the ABCs or cardiovascular disease and diabetes?

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A- A1c done regularly
B- blood pressure WNR
C- cholesterol managed
s- stop smoking

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84
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What is the connection between diabetes and cardiovascular disease?

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coronary artery disease is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with diabetes
-longer you have diabetes, the more likely you are to have heart disease

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85
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What is angina pectoris?

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usually brief resulting from temporary ischemia of the myocardium
-tightness in midchest
-lasts 5-15 minutes

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86
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What are the three types of chest pain?

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-angina pectoris
-hyperventilation
-acute MI

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87
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When can angina pectoralis be seen?

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coronary obstruction-anemia, hypoxemia, and profound hypotension

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What is stable angina?

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pain is predictable, reproducible, unchanging, and consistent over time
-pain is usually associated with physical effort, eating, or stress
-pain relieved by stopping of physical exercise or use of nitroglycerin
-may have underlying coronary artery disease

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What is unstable angina?

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new-onset pain, increasing frequency and/or intensity
-occurs with less effort than acute angina
-not relieved by nitroglycerin
-key feature: changing character

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90
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What is nitroglycerin?

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drug that is a powerful vasodilator
-can cause headache

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91
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How is nitroglycerin supposed to be taken?

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placed under the tongue or in the vestibule and dissolved

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92
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how long does it take for nitroglycerin to work?

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2-4 minutes

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93
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How long does nitroglycerin work?

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30 minutes

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94
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What are side effects of nitroglycerin?

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-pounding in head
-flushing
-tachycardia
-possible hypotension

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95
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What do you do if you have a patient experiencing angina pectoris?

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-stress reduction protocol
-avoid excess vasoconstrictors
-oxygen as needed
-nitroglycerine tabs
-4444 if it does not go away

96
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What is the treatment of angina pectoralis?

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-place patient sitting up with head elevated
-ensure open airway
-check vitals
-administer nitroglycerin (3 doses max)
-check BP between doses
-if pain does not go away, give baby aspirin (only give aspirin after you have decided against anymore nitroglycerin)

97
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What are the signs and symptoms of MI?

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-chest pain greater than angina that is lasting more than 15 minutes
-not relieved by nitroglycerin
-cyanotic, pale, or ashen appearance
-weakness, cold sweat, nausea, vomiting, air hunger, irregular pulse

98
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If a patient has had a heartache less than 8 weeks ago, what is the protocol for dental treatment?

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no elective dental treatment

99
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If a patient has had a heartache more than 8 weeks ago, what is the protocol for dental treatment?

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maybe can do some elective treatment
-need a med consult tho

100
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What should not be prescribed for those that have a history of MI?

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NSAIDs

101
Q

What is the INR for those that are on anticogaulants?

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2-3

102
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If you are not on blood thinners, what should the INR be?

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1.1 or below

103
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What is the stress reduction protocol?

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-short appointments
-early morning appointments
-nitrous oxide
-limit vasoconstrictor
-profound anesthesia
-explain everything

104
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What is congestive heart failure?

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-just called heart failure
-> 65 years of age
-result from any structural or functional cardiac disorder that impairs the ability of the ventricle to fill or eject blood

105
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Is congestive heart failure an actual diagnosis?

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no, it is a complex of symptoms
-end stage of many CV disease

106
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Signs and symptoms of congestive heart failure:

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-fatigue and weakness
-ankle swelling (edema)
-clubbing of digits
-syncope
-angina
-breathing difficulties
-increased urination at night

107
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Why is there increased urination at night in those that have congestive heart failure?

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-less blood is pumped to the kidney during the day
-laying down makes is easier for blood to get to the kidneys

108
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What is dyspnea?

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difficult/ labored breathing

109
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What is orthopnea?

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sensation of breathlessness in the recumbent position

110
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what is a general term for pulmonary disorders characterized by chronic airflow limitation from the lungs that is not fully reversible?

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chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

111
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what was the 3rd leading cause of death in 2020?

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COPD

112
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what is the main risk factor for COPD?

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smoking

113
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what two diseases does COPD encompass?

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chronic bronchitis and emphysema

114
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what is the recommended diagnoses for COPD?

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the presence of sputum production, and dyspnea together with an abnormal measurement of lung function

115
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what is chronic bronchitis?

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chronic inflammation of the bronchi that produces excessive tracheobronchial mucus production and a persistent cough with sputum

116
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when does onset of COPD typically occur?

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usually begins after age 40
-symptoms develop slowly & many patients are unaware of emerging disease

117
Q

how are patients with chronic bronchitis typically described?

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-sedentary
-overweight
-cyanotic
-edematous (water-retaining)
-breathless
-“blue bloaters”

118
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what is emphysema?

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permanent enlargement of the air spaces in the lungs that is accompanied by destruction of the air space (alveolar) walla without obvious fibrosis
-also a loss of elasticity
*repeated exposure of irritants

119
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what are “pink puffers”?

A

patients diagnosed with emphysema
-enlarged chest walls, weight loss, severe exertional dyspnea, seldom coughing, lack of cyanosis, and pursing of the lips with efforts to forcibly exhale air from the lungs

120
Q

should I add what questions you ask patients?

A
121
Q

what is rheumatic heart disease?

A

a condition in which the heart valves have been permanently damage by rheumatic fever
-may start shortly after untreated or under-treated streptococcal infection (strep throat or scarlet fever)
-can take years to develop

122
Q

how does rheumatic heart disease start?

A

an immune response causes an inflammatory condition in the body which can result in on-going valve damage
-heart valves become inflamed and scarred over time resulting in narrowing or leaking of heart valves

123
Q

what is dementia?

A

a disorder of cognition that consequently interferes with the daily functions and results in a loss of independence

124
Q

what are the most common causes of dementia?

A

-Alzheimer’s disease
-vascular dementia
-dementia causes by Parkinson’s disease

125
Q

does prevalence of dementia increase or decrease with age?

A

increase
-women more at risk bc they live longer

126
Q

what are the symptoms of Alzheimer’s?

A

-memory loss
-cognitive decline
-behavioral and personality changes

127
Q

what is the cause of Alzheimer’s disease?

A

unknown- appears to involve the loss of cholinergic neurons

128
Q

what is the average lifespan of patient diagnosed with Alzheimers?

A

8 years post diagnosis

129
Q

how does genetic predisposition play a role in Alzheimers?

A

contributes to less than 20% of cases

130
Q

what is the dental management of Alzheimers?

A

knowledge of the stage of disease, medications taken, and the cognitive abilities of the patient

131
Q

how does Alzheimers affect dental treatment?

A

-patients with mild to moderate disease can receive dental treatment (normal organ function)
-as disease progresses medications are used to manage symptoms that contribute to xerostomia with increased risk for caries

132
Q

what is Addisons disease?

A

primary adrenal insufficiency
-progressive destruction of the adrenal cortex, usually due to autoimmune disease or chronic infectious diseases (TB, HIV, cytomegalovirus**, and some funagl infections)

133
Q

what does Addisons disease do to cortisol levels?

A

decrease
cortisol is responsible for decreasing inflammation, regulating blood pressure, and increasing glucose

134
Q

what does Addions disease do to aldosterone levels?

A

decrease
aldosterone responsible for stimulating Na absorption in kidneys

135
Q

when do Addions disease symptoms occur?

A

progress slowly but a stress (injury or illness) makes the symptoms worse

136
Q

what is secondary adrenal insufficiency caused by?

A

pituitary disease or critical illness

137
Q

what is tertiary adrenal insufficiency caused by?

A

processes that impair function of the hypothalamus
-chronic use of corticosteroids***

138
Q

what are the symptoms of adrenal insufficiency?

A

-fatigue
-weak
-orthostatic hypotension
-poor healing
-inability to tolerate stress
-increased infections
-areas of darkened skin
-salt craving

139
Q

what is Cushing’s syndrome?

A

a condition caused by excessive cortisol in the body

140
Q

what is the most common cause of Cushing’s syndrome?

A

use of steroid drugs

141
Q

what can Cushings syndrome result in?

A

high BP, bone loss, and type 2 diabetes

142
Q

when is Cushings syndrome referred to as Cushings disease?

A

when it is caused by a pathophysiologic process (tumor of pituitary or adrenal glands)

143
Q

what are steroids used to treat?

A

-rheumatoid arthritis
-lupus
-asthma
-psoriasis
-etc

144
Q

what are the clinical features of Cushings syndrome and disease?

A

-weight gain & fatty tissue deposits particularly in face (moon face) and between shoulders (buffalo hump)
-thinning, fragile skin that bruises easily
-abdominal striae
-decreased healing (bc steroids decrease inflammation)
-acne

145
Q

what is an adrenal crisis?

A

potentially life-threatening complication resulting from adrenal insufficiency triggered by emotional and physical stress
-manifests as hypotensive collapse, abdominal pain, myalgia, and fever

146
Q

What is the definition of substance abuse?

A

recurrent use of a substance over the past 12 months with subsequent adverse consequences

147
Q

What are some signs of alcohol abuse?

A

missed appointments, alcohol on breath, enlargement of the parotid glands and spider angioma

148
Q

what are some consequences of substance abuse?

A

failure to fulfill a major role at work, school, home, legal problems, persistent interpersonal problems

149
Q

What does alcohol cause?

A

-liver and bone marrow damage
-cirrhosis
-vitamin K deficiency
-reduced effect of local anesthetics and benzodiazepines
-nutritional deficiency
-candidal infections

150
Q

What is the definition of binge drinking?

A

> 5 oz / 4 hours

151
Q

What types of cancer can drinking lead to?

A

mouth, larynx, and esophagus

152
Q

How does alcohol cause oral cancer?

A

act as an irritant and damage cells which could lead to DNA changes

153
Q

What can drug abuse cause?

A

interactions with prescriptions and anesthetic
-liver damage
-infectious diseases if share needles

154
Q

What are the oral complications and manifestations of drug abuse?

A

-more plaque, calculus, caries, and gingival inflammation

155
Q

What can cocaine cause orally?

A

gingival recession and erosion of facial aspects

156
Q

What is meth mouth?

A

xerostomia, rampant caries, bruxism, and muscle trismus

157
Q

What is anemia?

A

reduction of oxygen carrying capacity of the blood

158
Q

What is the most common blood condition in the US?

A

anemia

159
Q

What is anemia usually associated with?

A

-decrease number of circulating RBC
-abnormality in hemoglobin
-affects females more than males
-may be caused by underlying diseases
-more than 3 million cases per year in the US

160
Q

What are the four major types of anemia?

A

-iron deficiency
-folate deficiency
-hemolytic anemia
-sickle cell anemia

161
Q

What are some symptoms of anemia?

A

pale
fatigue
low blood pressure
SOB
rapid heart rate

162
Q

What are oral signs of anemia?

A

-smooth, burning red tongue
-bleeding gums
-delayed healing
-increased infection

163
Q

What is pagophagia?

A

craving and chewing ice associated with iron deficiency, with or without anemia

164
Q

What is anorexia nervosa?

A

severe restriction of food intake, leading to weight loss and the medical sequelae of starvation

165
Q

What is bulimia nervosa?

A

restriction of food by binge eating followed by various methods of trying to rid the food
(vomiting, laxatives, diuretics)

166
Q

When does anorexia normally start?

A

14-18 years

167
Q

What is the percentage of people with anorexia that are female?

A

90-95%

168
Q

What is the mortality rate of anorexia?

A

5-20% usually by starvation, suicide, electrolyte imbalance

169
Q

What are the symptoms of anorexia nervosa?

A

-thin and brittle hair
-neck/facial swelling
-fainting
-irritable
-low BP
-anemia
-osteoporosis
-amenorrhea

170
Q

What age does bulimia usually start?

A

20 years old

171
Q

What happens to amalgam fillings when you have bulimia?

A

the restorations are higher than the surrounding enamel

172
Q

What happens to teeth with bulimia nervosa?

A

enamel erosion from acidic chemicals
-lingual of anterior teeth most affected

173
Q

What is perimylolysis?

A

loss of enamel and dentin on the lingual surfaces by chemical and mechanical effects

174
Q

When are PT tests done?

A

to detect bleeding disorders or excessive clotting disorders

175
Q

What does PT do?

A

measure how quickly blood clots

176
Q

What type of results are PT tests?

A

in seconds
-average time is 10-30 seconds

177
Q

What is INR?

A

ratio used if you are on blood thinning medication

178
Q

What are some examples of autoimmune diseases?

A

rheumatoid arthritis
lupus
sjogrens syndrome
diabetes
graves disease

179
Q

What are rheumatic diseases?

A

large group of disorders/diseases that affect bones, joints, and muscles

180
Q

What are examples of rheumatic disease?

A

psoriatic arthritis, lupus, scleroderma, sjorgen, gout

181
Q

What is osteoarthritis?

A

affects joints such as hips, knees, feet, spine, and hands
-TMJ may also be affects

182
Q

Is osteoarthritis an autoimmune disease?

A

no

183
Q

What is the leading cause of disability in eldery population?

A

osteoarthritis

184
Q

What is rheumatoid arthritis?

A

symmetric inflammation of joints: hands, feet, and knees
-autoimmune disease of unknown origin

185
Q

When does rheumatoid arthritis normally start?

A

35-50 years old

186
Q
  • Multiple symmetric joint involvement
  • Significant joint inflammation
  • Morning stiffness lasting longer than 1 hour
  • Systemic manifestations (fatigue, weakness, malaise)
    All of these symptoms are associated with:
A

rheumatoid arthritis

187
Q
  • Usually, 1-2 joints involved
  • Pain usually without inflammation
  • Morning stiffness lasting less than 15 mins.
  • No systemic involvement
    These symptoms are involved with:
A

osteoarthritis

188
Q

What is systemic lupus erythematous?

A

the most common and most serious type of lupus
-autoimmune disease with unknown etiology
-chronic inflammatory disorder that affects both internal and external systems of the body

189
Q

Does systemic lupus erythematous affect women or men more?

A

women at a 6:1 ratio

190
Q

What aged women are most affected with systemic lupus erythematous?

A

14-44 years of age when estrogen levels are at the highest

191
Q

What is the typical presentation of systemic lupus erythematous?

A

women with polyarthritis and a butterfly-shaped erythematous rash across the nose and cheeks

192
Q

What percentage of people have skin involved with systemic lupus erythematous?

A

85%

193
Q

What can trigger systemic lupus erythmatous?

A

stress, sunlight exposure, and pregnancy

194
Q

What are the oral manifestations of SLE?

A

ulceration, petechiae, and burning mouth syndrome

195
Q

What causes oral candidiasis and infection in patients with SLE?

A

used of cortiocosteroids for treatment

196
Q

What is Sjogren’s syndrome?

A

a chronic, autoimmune, and inflammatory disorder
-characterized by symptoms of oral and ocular dryness and a chronic, progressive loss of lacrimal and salivary function

197
Q

Parotid glands are enlarged in what fraction of people with Sjogren’s syndrome?

A

1/3-1/2

198
Q

What is the ratio of females to males that have Sjogren’s syndrome?

A

10:1

199
Q

What is primary Sjogrens?

A

SS-1
-dry eyes and dry mouth are seen in absence of a connective tissue disease
-not as common

200
Q

What is secondary Sjogrens?

A

SS-2
-more common
-dry eyes and dry mouth are seen together with other autoimmune diseases like RA, SLE, scleroderma

201
Q

Characteristics of Sjogren’s syndrome:

A

eye dryness, hypo salivation, and enlargement of the parotid gland

202
Q

What are secondary outcomes of persistent oral dryness seen in Sjogren’s syndrome?

A

angular cheilosis, dysgeusia (taste dysfunction), burning mouth syndrome, secondary infections, and increased caries rate

203
Q

What are some dental treatments done on those with Sjogren’s syndrome?

A

-topical fluoride daily
-increased productions of saliva-drugs such as pilocarpine
-increased prophylaxis

204
Q

What is epilepsy?

A

chronic and recurrent paroxysmal changes in neurological function (seizure), altered consciousness, or involuntary movements caused by abnormal and spontaneous electrical activity in the brain

205
Q

What percentage of people with epilepsy have complete control of their seizures within 5 years?

A

60-80%

206
Q

What are the three types of seizures?

A

grand mal
petit mal
status epilecticus

207
Q

What are grand mal seizures?

A

-tonic-clonic
most common
-triggered by CV accidents, photic stimulation, fatigue, and intoxication
-last 5-15 minutes
-make take up to 2 hours for normal cerebral function to return

208
Q

What are petit mal seizures?

A

-absent
-occur frequently, multiple daily episodes
-shortly after awakening or during periods of inactivity
-no aura
-duration <10 second

209
Q

What are status epilepticus seizures?

A

continuous seizure or repetitive recurrence of any type of seizure without recovery between attacks
-give benzodiazepines
-rapid onset
-well tolerated with high efficacy

210
Q

What are symptoms of epilepsy?

A

-aura
-unusual smell or vision
-irritability
-epileptic cry
-loss of consciousness
-muscle rigidity

211
Q

What are long term treatments for seizures?

A

Dilantin and tegretol

212
Q

What can dilantin cause?

A

gingival hyperplasia

213
Q

What are the characteristics of uncontrolled epilepsy?

A

> 1-2 seizures a month

214
Q

What are the characteristics of well controlled epilepsy?

A

<1-2 seizures a month

215
Q

What do you do if someone have uncontrolled epilepsy?

A

get a med consult and avoid triggers

216
Q

What do you do if someone has well controlled seizures?

A

get a med consult

217
Q

What are the interview questions for those that have epilepsy?

A
  • How long have you had epilepsy?
  • What type of seizures do you have?
  • How frequently do your seizures occur?
    -What type of medication, if any, do you take to
    control the seizures?
  • How do your seizures begin?
  • Is there a warning at the beginning of the seizure?
  • Can you talk and respond appropriately during a
    seizure?
  • Do you get confused or tired after a seizure?
  • When was your last (or most recent) seizure?
218
Q

What is the management of a seizure in the clinic?

A

-protect patient and try to prevent injury
-do not move patient to the floor
-place chair in supine position
-remove instruments from the area
-do not attempt to restrain or hold the patient
-O2 if necessary
-call 4444

219
Q

What does GERD stand for?

A

gastroesophageal reflux disorder

220
Q

What happens with GERD?

A

stomach liquids regurgitate

221
Q

What can cause GERD?

A

pregnancy
bad sphincter
obesity
alcohol
smoking
can increase with age

222
Q

What are complications/ implications of GERD?

A

halitosis
enamel erosion

223
Q

What medicine should be avoided in those with GERD?

A

codeine
erythromycin

224
Q

What is trigeminal Neuroalgia?

A

tic douloureux
-sudden, severe, electric or stabbing pain
-side of jaw or cheek
-triggered by physical stimulus

225
Q

What are the signs of trigeminal neuraglia?

A

intermittent attacks
lasts several seconds
mostly women >50
may disappear sporadically

226
Q

What are some reasons that a med consult would be necessary?

A

-rheumatic fever
-MI in the last 6 months
-hypertension >160/>100
-unsure of diabetic control
-congenital heart defects
->5 significant meds
-chemo or radiation treatment
-open heart surgery
-solid organ transplant
-major joint replacement
-bone marrow transplant

227
Q

What does medication history need to include?

A

-prescriptions
-over the counters
-herbal, natural, and alternative medicines

228
Q

What do true allergies cause?

A

itching, hives, rash, swelling, and wheezing

229
Q

What does drug intolerance cause?

A

-nausea, vomiting, palpations,
-not a true allergy
-avoid using the drug anyway

230
Q

How are radiographs oriented?

A

with dot convexity facing the clinician
-there are aligned in the same orientation as when looking at the patient
-film mounts should be made out of a material that blocks high around the window that holds the film

231
Q

What are the perferred mounts for X-rays?

A

pocket mounts because they protect of a film survey and serve as an infection control barrier

232
Q

How does radiolucent appear on film ?

A

black

233
Q

What are radiolucent structures in the mouth?

A

cavities, depressions, or opening in bones (sinus, fossa, canal, or foramen)

234
Q

What color radiopaque objects look like on X-ray?

A

white

235
Q

What are radiopaque things?

A

bony in origin or stop the penetration of the X-rays, not allowing them to get to the receptor

236
Q

What is the incisive foramen?

A

a hole in the midline of the lingual aspect of the heard palate above the central incisor tooth crowns

237
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