Week 4 Vocab

Question 1

Instrument to measure the pocket depths in the sulcus

Answer 1

Periodontal probe

Question 2

Last sound heard when taking blood pressure (at rest)

Answer 2

Diastolic Pressure

Question 3

Rhythmic expansion of an artery as the heart beats

Answer 3

Pulse

Question 4

First sound heard while taking blood pressure

Answer 4

Systolic Pressure

Question 5

Demonstrating skill, knowledge, and professional ability demonstrated consistently.

Answer 5

Professionalism

Question 6

Form of sugar found in food (blood sugar)

Answer 6

Glucose

Question 7

To spit out (spitting)

Answer 7

Expectoration

Question 8

Pertaining to both sides of the body

Answer 8

Bilateral

Question 9

Finger pressure used to check soft tissue

Answer 9

Palpation

Question 10

Coloring agent that makes plaque visible

Answer 10

Disclosing agent