Block 2 Flashcards
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Which structure, with the neck of the condyle forms the sigmoid notch?
The coronoid process
What is the pulse rate of a patient following a cardiac arrest?
None
What is angular cheilitis?
Inflammation of the corners of the mouth
What is the side effect of Xerostomia (dry mouth)?
Higher risk of dental caries
What does the Zygonatic arch form?
Cheek bones
What causes insulin deficiency?
Insufficient production of the hormone insulin by the pancreas
What are the first signs of an anaphylactic shock?
Swelling
Which tooth is notation 23 in the FDI charting system?
Upper left permanent canine
Which is the most common factor to the occurrence of apthous ulcers?
Stress
Which condition is more prevalent in an elderly patient?
Gingival recession
A BPE code 4 indicates:
Pocket present deeper than 5.5mm
The predisposing factors of acute necrotising ulcerative gingivitis are:
Stress and heavy smoking
For consent to be valid it must be:
Informed
Which act gives the dental nurse a duty of care to ensure immunity is maintained?
The health and safety at work act 1974
Inflammation of the tongue is also known as:
Glossitis
What microorganism is involved with herpes simplex?
Virus
Which of the following is pre malignant? Viral infection Herpetic ulcerations Abscess Leukoplakia
Leukoplakia
What medical condition can affect the periodontal tissue?
Diabetes
What effect is often seen in patients who are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes?
Poor wound healing
Which of the following options is the tissue where a squamous cell carcinoma is more likely to be seen? Gingival Deciduous teeth Floor of the mouth Lymph nodes
Gingival
What is it called when a child can give consent?
Gillick competence
What does CPITN stand for?
Community periodontitis Index of Treatment Needs
What is the name of the triangular piece of tissue between adjacent teeth?
Interdental papilla
What medicine is used to treat ANUG?
Metronidazole