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Why is the gingiva erythematous and edematous? Why does the gingiva bleed on pro

Why is the gingiva erythematous and edematous? Why does the gingiva bleed on pro

Why is the gingiva erythematous and edematous? Why does the gingiva bleed on probing?

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Proximal furcation involvement on maxillary molars presents with more problems t

Proximal furcation involvement on maxillary molars presents with more problems t

Proximal furcation involvement on maxillary molars presents with more problems than buccal furcation involvement because of limited access to proximal surfaces.
A) Both statement and reason are correct.
B) Both statement and reason are inco

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Which of the following injuries to the periodontium is considered to be chemical

Which of the following injuries to the periodontium is considered to be chemical

Which of the following injuries to the periodontium is considered to be chemical?
A) Toothbrush trauma
B) Nail scratching
C) Aspirin tablets
D) Food impaction
E) Overhanging restoration

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Calculus is a contributing factor for the initiation and progression of the peri

Calculus is a contributing factor for the initiation and progression of the peri

Calculus is a contributing factor for the initiation and progression of the periodontal diseases because calculus has a solid surface structure on which plaque will accumulate.
A) Both statement and reason are correct.
B) Both statement and

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Which of the following reasons explains why subgingival calculus is usually blac

Which of the following reasons explains why subgingival calculus is usually blac

Which of the following reasons explains why subgingival calculus is usually black?
A) Supragingival saliva
B) Crevicular fluid
C) Subgingival enzymes
D) Salivary crystals

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All of the following are reasons for orthodontic appliances being a contributing

All of the following are reasons for orthodontic appliances being a contributing

All of the following are reasons for orthodontic appliances being a contributing factor for periodontal disease except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Limited access for oral hygiene
B) Uneven wires and brackets are plaque retentive

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On which of the following teeth is a palatogingival groove most commonly seen? A

On which of the following teeth is a palatogingival groove most commonly seen? A

On which of the following teeth is a palatogingival groove most commonly seen?
A) Maxillary canine
B) Maxillary lateral incisor
C) Mandibular central incisor
D) Mandibular canine
E) Mandibular first molar

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All of the following are modes of attachment of calculus to the tooth surface ex

All of the following are modes of attachment of calculus to the tooth surface ex

All of the following are modes of attachment of calculus to the tooth surface except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Mechanical locking
B) Chemical locking
C) Penetration into bacteria
D) Organic pellicle

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Radiographic evaluation of calculus is an effective diagnostic method because wh

Radiographic evaluation of calculus is an effective diagnostic method because wh

Radiographic evaluation of calculus is an effective diagnostic method because what is seen on the radiograph is usually what is present clinically.
A) Both statement and reason are correct.
B) Both statement and reason are incorrect.
C

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Which of the following factors is the most significant dentally related local fa

Which of the following factors is the most significant dentally related local fa

Which of the following factors is the most significant dentally related local factor strongly associated with an increased probability of developing periodontal diseases?
A) Presence of gingivitis
B) Presence of established periodontal dise

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Which of the following contributory factors is important for the accumulation of

Which of the following contributory factors is important for the accumulation of

Which of the following contributory factors is important for the accumulation of dental biofilms?
A) Anatomic
B) Chemical
C) Traumatic
D) Irritational

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Which of the following statements describes what calcified plaque is?

Which of the following statements describes what calcified plaque is?

Which of the following statements describes what calcified plaque is?
A) Calculus
B) Subgingival biofilm
C) Enamel pearls
D) Cervical enamel projection

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Which of the following conditions may occur in a dentition with uneven marginal

Which of the following conditions may occur in a dentition with uneven marginal

Which of the following conditions may occur in a dentition with uneven marginal ridges?
A) Food impaction
B) Tooth mobility
C) Furcation involvement
D) Pulpitis

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All of the following are local contributing factors for periodontal diseases exc

All of the following are local contributing factors for periodontal diseases exc

All of the following are local contributing factors for periodontal diseases except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Oral piercing
B) Dental calculus
C) Toothbrush trauma
D) Bacterial plaque

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Which of the following features is characteristic of dental calculus?

Which of the following features is characteristic of dental calculus?

Which of the following features is characteristic of dental calculus?
A) It contains more than 500 bacterial species.
B) It is calcified bacterial plaque.
C) It contains specific species of fungi.
D) It is hypomineralized bacteria

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All of the following are intrinsic tooth stains except one. Which one is the exc

All of the following are intrinsic tooth stains except one. Which one is the exc

All of the following are intrinsic tooth stains except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Nonvital pulp
B) Chlorhexidine
C) Tetracycline
D) Decalcification
E) Fluorosis

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Which of the following contributing factors can cause gingival recession?

Which of the following contributing factors can cause gingival recession?

Which of the following contributing factors can cause gingival recession?
A) Tongue ring
B) Xerostomia
C) Phenytoin
D) Nifedipine

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Which of the following substances is found in high amounts in calculus?

Which of the following substances is found in high amounts in calculus?

Which of the following substances is found in high amounts in calculus?
A) Fluoride
B) Silica
C) Hydroxyapatite
D) Tricalcium phosphate

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Which of the following statements about calculus attachment to dental implants v

Which of the following statements about calculus attachment to dental implants v

Which of the following statements about calculus attachment to dental implants versus natural tooth structure is true?
A) There is greater attachment to an implant surface.
B) There is more superficial attachment to an implant surface.

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Discuss possible contributing factors for periodontal diseases.

Discuss possible contributing factors for periodontal diseases.

Discuss possible contributing factors for periodontal diseases.

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Why are there heavy deposits especially on the lingual surfaces of the mandibula

Why are there heavy deposits especially on the lingual surfaces of the mandibula

Why are there heavy deposits especially on the lingual surfaces of the mandibular anterior teeth?

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A patient's chief complaint is "food impaction." How do you address the patient'

A patient's chief complaint is "food impaction." How do you address the patient'

A patient's chief complaint is "food impaction." How do you address the patient's chief complaint?

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What is the primary risk factor in this patient's periodontal condition?

What is the primary risk factor in this patient's periodontal condition?

What is the primary risk factor in this patient's periodontal condition?

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Discuss gingival signs that may be evident when a patient uses an incorrect brus

Discuss gingival signs that may be evident when a patient uses an incorrect brus

Discuss gingival signs that may be evident when a patient uses an incorrect brushing and flossing technique.

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Which of the following conditions can develop in patients receiving chemotherapy

Which of the following conditions can develop in patients receiving chemotherapy

Which of the following conditions can develop in patients receiving chemotherapy and bisphosphonates for more than 3 years?
A) Bacteremia
B) Osteonecrosis of the jaw
C) Infective endocarditis
D) Kidney failure

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What are contributory factors involved in this patient's periodontal condition?

What are contributory factors involved in this patient's periodontal condition?

What are contributory factors involved in this patient's periodontal condition?

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All of the following are systemic conditions that can cause an increased predisp

All of the following are systemic conditions that can cause an increased predisp

All of the following are systemic conditions that can cause an increased predisposition to periodontal diseases except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Diabetes mellitus
B) Vitamin A deficiency
C) AIDS
D) Neutropenia
E) St

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Which of the following statements explains the reason stress increases the susce

Which of the following statements explains the reason stress increases the susce

Which of the following statements explains the reason stress increases the susceptibility to periodontal infections?
A) Increased red blood cells
B) Reduced host immune response
C) Decreased neutrophil chemotaxis
D) Decreased prod

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Which of the following mechanisms is affected by cigarette smoke, thus increasin

Which of the following mechanisms is affected by cigarette smoke, thus increasin

Which of the following mechanisms is affected by cigarette smoke, thus increasing the susceptibility to periodontal diseases?
A) Altered PMN function
B) Altered monocyte function
C) Decreased lymphocytes
D) Decreased plasma cells

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Which of the following adverse effects can occur when taking a diuretic?

Which of the following adverse effects can occur when taking a diuretic?

Which of the following adverse effects can occur when taking a diuretic?
A) Xerostomia
B) Hepatitis
C) Pancreatitis
D) Osteonecrosis of the jaw

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All of the following medications may cause an exaggerated response to plaque exc

All of the following medications may cause an exaggerated response to plaque exc

All of the following medications may cause an exaggerated response to plaque except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Phenytoin
B) Nifedipine
C) Cyclosporine
D) Aspirin

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Which of the following factors is related to periodontal destruction in smokers?

Which of the following factors is related to periodontal destruction in smokers?

Which of the following factors is related to periodontal destruction in smokers?
A) Increase in number of periodontal pathogens
B) Decrease in healthy bacteria
C) Reduced vitamin C levels
D) Altered polymorphonuclear leukocyte fun

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Which of the following factors may increase the chance of developing respiratory

Which of the following factors may increase the chance of developing respiratory

Which of the following factors may increase the chance of developing respiratory disease in patients with periodontal diseases?
A) Alcohol intake
B) Inadequate plaque control
C) Increased carbohydrate diet
D) Increased fatty diet

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Pregnant women with periodontal disease may have a preterm delivery because of e

Pregnant women with periodontal disease may have a preterm delivery because of e

Pregnant women with periodontal disease may have a preterm delivery because of elevated levels of
A) glucose.
B) thyroid hormone.
C) prostaglandin E2.
D) liver enzymes.
E) sodium and chloride.

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Periodontal diseases are possible risk factors for all of the following conditio

Periodontal diseases are possible risk factors for all of the following conditio

Periodontal diseases are possible risk factors for all of the following conditions except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Emphysema
B) Bronchitis
C) Atherosclerosis
D) Hepatitis
E) Diabetes mellitus

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The Parameter of Care (Academy of Periodontology) suggests that the initial ther

The Parameter of Care (Academy of Periodontology) suggests that the initial ther

The Parameter of Care (Academy of Periodontology) suggests that the initial therapy for patients with periodontal inflammation should include the elimination, alteration, or control of risk factors because periodontal diseases are infections and may

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Which of the following respiratory diseases has been studied in relationship to

Which of the following respiratory diseases has been studied in relationship to

Which of the following respiratory diseases has been studied in relationship to periodontal diseases?
A) Pneumonia
B) Viral infection
C) Postnasal drip
D) Nasal congestion

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Which of the following substances is the major factor in developing respiratory

Which of the following substances is the major factor in developing respiratory

Which of the following substances is the major factor in developing respiratory diseases in patients with periodontal disease?
A) Saliva
B) Nicotine
C) Neutrophils
D) Bacteria

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Which of the following substances is measured to determine genetic susceptibilit

Which of the following substances is measured to determine genetic susceptibilit

Which of the following substances is measured to determine genetic susceptibility to periodontal diseases?
A) Neutrophil
B) Plasma cell
C) Interleukin-1
D) Collagenase
E) Elastase

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tumor lysis

tumor lysis

I think the answer is #2 but then should respiratory come first?

The child is receiving chemotherapy for acute lymphocytic leukemia. The nurse recognizes that a potential oncological emergency for this child would be tumor lysis syndrome.

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