Question 1

Which is most likely to initiate periodontal disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nutrient deficiencies 
B)  Nutrient excesses 
C)  Nutrient imbalances 
D)  Plaque biofilm 
E)  Megadoses of supplements 
A)  Nutrient deficiencies 
B)  Nutrient excesses 
C)  Nutrient imbalances 
D)  Plaque biofilm 
E)  Megadoses of supplements

Question 2

Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description.
-Causative agent in NUG

Accepted Answer

A) Suppuration 
B) Fibrotic 
C) Clinical attachment loss 
D) Periodontal dressing 
E) Borrelia vincenti
F)NUG
G)Methyl red sugar test 
A) Suppuration 
B) Fibrotic 
C) Clinical attachment loss 
D) Periodontal dressing 
E) Borrelia vincenti
F)NUG
G)Methyl red sugar test

Question 3

Each is an important consideration for a patient who is scheduled for periodontal surgery,except one.Which is the exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  Extent of the surgery 
B)  Potential postoperative discomfort 
C)  Patient's ability to eat after the surgery 
D)  Limitation of kilocalories to be consumed 
A)  Extent of the surgery 
B)  Potential postoperative discomfort 
C)  Patient's ability to eat after the surgery 
D)  Limitation of kilocalories to be consumed

Question 4

Supragingival plaque biofilm adhesion and formation is influenced by frequent consumption of polysaccharides and protein.Subgingival plaque biofilm seems to be protected from local effect of sugars.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 5

In later stages of periodontal disease,excess glucose and sucrose result in increased bacterial growth because biofilm development is continual and never reaches a steady state.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct. 
A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct.

Question 6

Which nutrient is essential for normal growth and development of salivary glands and epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamin A 
B)  Vitamin C 
C)  Vitamin B complex 
D)  Zinc 
A)  Vitamin A 
B)  Vitamin C 
C)  Vitamin B complex 
D)  Zinc

Question 7

Recommendations the dental hygienist can make to a patient with lip and tongue ulcers include all,except one.Which is the exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  Spicy and acidic foods should be avoided. 
B)  Eat a variety of foods from each of the food groups. 
C)  Additional protein in the form of beans, low-fat cottage cheese, or skim milk is beneficial. 
D)  Avoid small, frequent meals by eating a well-balanced full meal less frequently. 
E)  A full liquid diet for 1 to 3 days may be advisable. 
A)  Spicy and acidic foods should be avoided. 
B)  Eat a variety of foods from each of the food groups. 
C)  Additional protein in the form of beans, low-fat cottage cheese, or skim milk is beneficial. 
D)  Avoid small, frequent meals by eating a well-balanced full meal less frequently. 
E)  A full liquid diet for 1 to 3 days may be advisable.

Question 8

Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description.
-Grayish sloughing of the gingiva

Accepted Answer

A) Suppuration 
B) Fibrotic 
C) Clinical attachment loss 
D) Periodontal dressing 
E) Borrelia vincenti
F)NUG
G)Methyl red sugar test 
A) Suppuration 
B) Fibrotic 
C) Clinical attachment loss 
D) Periodontal dressing 
E) Borrelia vincenti
F)NUG
G)Methyl red sugar test

Question 9

Bacterial growth and plaque formation are enhanced by a diet with frequent intake of retentive carbohydrates.Gingivitis is an irreversible change in the interdental papillary tissues.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 10

Calcification of the alveolus and cementum requires which nutrients? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamins A, C, D, and E 
B)  Amino acids 
C)  Calcium 
D)  Phosphorus 
E)  Carbohydrates 
A)  Vitamins A, C, D, and E 
B)  Amino acids 
C)  Calcium 
D)  Phosphorus 
E)  Carbohydrates

Question 11

Which are major components of the American Dental Hygienists' Association's (ADHA)tobacco-cessation action plan? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Ask 
B)  Advise 
C)  Assess 
D)  Assist 
E)  Arrange 
A)  Ask 
B)  Advise 
C)  Assess 
D)  Assist 
E)  Arrange

Question 12

Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description.
-Cover and protect the surgical site

Accepted Answer

A) Suppuration 
B) Fibrotic 
C) Clinical attachment loss 
D) Periodontal dressing 
E) Borrelia vincenti
F)NUG
G)Methyl red sugar test 
A) Suppuration 
B) Fibrotic 
C) Clinical attachment loss 
D) Periodontal dressing 
E) Borrelia vincenti
F)NUG
G)Methyl red sugar test

Question 13

Which accurately describe chronic periodontitis? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Clinical attachment loss occurs. 
B)  Incisal movement of the junctional epithelium occurs. 
C)  Bone loss results from this destructive disease. 
D)  Purulent exudate is possible from periodontal pockets. 
E)  Chronic periodontitis is generalized throughout the mouth. 
A)  Clinical attachment loss occurs. 
B)  Incisal movement of the junctional epithelium occurs. 
C)  Bone loss results from this destructive disease. 
D)  Purulent exudate is possible from periodontal pockets. 
E)  Chronic periodontitis is generalized throughout the mouth.

Question 14

For patients with both gingivitis and periodontitis,intake of nutrients slightly beyond recommended levels is advised because slightly elevate nutrient levels enhance the healing process.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct. 
A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct.

Question 15

Which is most likely to increase the risk and severity of periodontal disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  Local irritating factors in combination with systemic factors 
B)  Local irritating factors alone 
C)  Systemic factors 
D)  Systemic factors in combination with medications 
A)  Local irritating factors in combination with systemic factors 
B)  Local irritating factors alone 
C)  Systemic factors 
D)  Systemic factors in combination with medications

Which is most likely to initiate periodontal disease?

Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description. -Causative agent in NUG

Each is an important consideration for a patient who is scheduled for periodontal surgery,except one.Which is the exception?

Supragingival plaque biofilm adhesion and formation is influenced by frequent consumption of polysaccharides and protein.Subgingival plaque biofilm seems to be protected from local effect of sugars.

In later stages of periodontal disease,excess glucose and sucrose result in increased bacterial growth because biofilm development is continual and never reaches a steady state.

Which nutrient is essential for normal growth and development of salivary glands and epithelial tissue?

Recommendations the dental hygienist can make to a patient with lip and tongue ulcers include all,except one.Which is the exception?

Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description. -Grayish sloughing of the gingiva

Bacterial growth and plaque formation are enhanced by a diet with frequent intake of retentive carbohydrates.Gingivitis is an irreversible change in the interdental papillary tissues.

Calcification of the alveolus and cementum requires which nutrients? (Select all that apply.)

Which are major components of the American Dental Hygienists' Association's (ADHA)tobacco-cessation action plan? (Select all that apply.)

Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description. -Cover and protect the surgical site

Which accurately describe chronic periodontitis? (Select all that apply.)

For patients with both gingivitis and periodontitis,intake of nutrients slightly beyond recommended levels is advised because slightly elevate nutrient levels enhance the healing process.

Which is most likely to increase the risk and severity of periodontal disease?

Overview of Healthy Eating Habits

Concepts in Biochemistry

The Alimentary Canal: Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrate: The Efficient Fuel

Protein: The Cellular Foundation

Lipids: The Condensed Energy

Use of the Energy Nutrients: Metabolism and Balance

Vitamins Required for Calcified Structures

Minerals Essential for Calcified Structures

Nutrients Present in Calcified Structures

Vitamins Required for Oral Soft Tissues and Salivary Glands

Water and Minerals Required for Oral Soft Tissues and Salivary Glands

Nutritional Requirements Affecting Oral Health in Women

Nutritional Requirements During Growth and Development and Eating Habits Affecting Oral Health

Nutritional Requirements for Older Adults and Eating Habits Affecting Oral Health

Other Considerations Affecting Nutrient Intake

Effects of Systemic Disease on Nutritional Status and Oral Health

Nutritional Aspects of Dental Caries: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

Nutritional Aspects of Alterations in the Oral Cavity

Nutritional Assessment and Counseling for Dental Hygiene Patients

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Exam 19: Nutritional Aspects of Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease

Which is most likely to initiate periodontal disease?

Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description. -Causative agent in NUG

Each is an important consideration for a patient who is scheduled for periodontal surgery,except one.Which is the exception?

Supragingival plaque biofilm adhesion and formation is influenced by frequent consumption of polysaccharides and protein.Subgingival plaque biofilm seems to be protected from local effect of sugars.

In later stages of periodontal disease,excess glucose and sucrose result in increased bacterial growth because biofilm development is continual and never reaches a steady state.

Which nutrient is essential for normal growth and development of salivary glands and epithelial tissue?

Recommendations the dental hygienist can make to a patient with lip and tongue ulcers include all,except one.Which is the exception?

Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description. -Grayish sloughing of the gingiva

Bacterial growth and plaque formation are enhanced by a diet with frequent intake of retentive carbohydrates.Gingivitis is an irreversible change in the interdental papillary tissues.

Calcification of the alveolus and cementum requires which nutrients? (Select all that apply.)

Which are major components of the American Dental Hygienists' Association's (ADHA)tobacco-cessation action plan? (Select all that apply.)

Nutritional counseling by the dental hygienist must incorporate an assessment and thorough understanding of gingival and periodontal disease states. Match the terms descriptive of aspects of gingival and periodontal diseases with their appropriate description. -Cover and protect the surgical site

Which accurately describe chronic periodontitis? (Select all that apply.)

For patients with both gingivitis and periodontitis,intake of nutrients slightly beyond recommended levels is advised because slightly elevate nutrient levels enhance the healing process.

Which is most likely to increase the risk and severity of periodontal disease?

Overview of Healthy Eating Habits

Concepts in Biochemistry

The Alimentary Canal: Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrate: The Efficient Fuel

Protein: The Cellular Foundation

Lipids: The Condensed Energy

Use of the Energy Nutrients: Metabolism and Balance

Vitamins Required for Calcified Structures

Minerals Essential for Calcified Structures

Nutrients Present in Calcified Structures

Vitamins Required for Oral Soft Tissues and Salivary Glands

Water and Minerals Required for Oral Soft Tissues and Salivary Glands

Nutritional Requirements Affecting Oral Health in Women

Nutritional Requirements During Growth and Development and Eating Habits Affecting Oral Health

Nutritional Requirements for Older Adults and Eating Habits Affecting Oral Health

Other Considerations Affecting Nutrient Intake

Effects of Systemic Disease on Nutritional Status and Oral Health

Nutritional Aspects of Dental Caries: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

Nutritional Aspects of Alterations in the Oral Cavity

Nutritional Assessment and Counseling for Dental Hygiene Patients

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