Question 1

Periapical pain tends to be sharp,severe,intermittent,and difficult to localize.Periodontal pain tends to be sharp,severe,intermittent,and difficult to localize.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE. 
A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE. C

Question 2

The role of the dental hygienist in dealing with emergent conditions always includes:

Accepted Answer

A)  Treatment and referral 
B)  Recognition and referral 
C)  Treatment of the condition 
D)  Recognition and treatment of the condition 
A)  Treatment and referral 
B)  Recognition and referral 
C)  Treatment of the condition 
D)  Recognition and treatment of the condition B

Question 3

A periapical abscess that is draining can resemble which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pericoronitis 
B)  Allergic reaction 
C)  Periodontal abscess 
D)  Linear gingival erythema 
A)  Pericoronitis 
B)  Allergic reaction 
C)  Periodontal abscess 
D)  Linear gingival erythema C

Question 4

What is the term for an emergency condition that is associated with partially or fully erupted teeth?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pericoronitis 
B)  Gingival abscess 
C)  Periapical abscess 
D)  Acute periodontal abscess 
E)  Chronic periodontal abscess 
A)  Pericoronitis 
B)  Gingival abscess 
C)  Periapical abscess 
D)  Acute periodontal abscess 
E)  Chronic periodontal abscess

Question 5

The opening of a sinus track associated with a tooth in the primary dentition is most likely related to:

Accepted Answer

A)  Pericoronitis 
B)  Gingival abscess 
C)  Periapical abscess 
D)  Periodontal abscess 
E)  Either C or D 
A)  Pericoronitis 
B)  Gingival abscess 
C)  Periapical abscess 
D)  Periodontal abscess 
E)  Either C or D

Question 6

The patient is likely to relate experiencing previous episodes of swelling and pain with which type of periodontal emergency?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pericoronitis 
B)  Gingival abscess 
C)  Periapical abscess 
D)  Acute periodontal abscess 
E)  Chronic periodontal abscess 
A)  Pericoronitis 
B)  Gingival abscess 
C)  Periapical abscess 
D)  Acute periodontal abscess 
E)  Chronic periodontal abscess

Question 7

The pericoronitis infection should be fully débrided with instruments at the first visit.Antibiotics should always be prescribed when treating these infections.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE. 
A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE.

Question 8

All of the following characteristics are typically found in cases of NUG except one.Which characteristic is the exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  Painless 
B)  Smoking 
C)  Bleeding 
D)  Fetor oris (bad breath) 
E)  Necrosis of the papillae 
A)  Painless 
B)  Smoking 
C)  Bleeding 
D)  Fetor oris (bad breath) 
E)  Necrosis of the papillae

Question 9

The herpesvirus travels through the nerves and resides in neuronal ganglia after the primary infection has occurred.This virus reoccurs most commonly as a herpes labialis.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE. 
A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE.

Question 10

Options for definitive treatment of pericoronitis include all of the following except one.Which option is the exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  Extraction of the tooth 
B)  Removal of the excess tissue 
C)  Scaling and gingival curettage 
A)  Extraction of the tooth 
B)  Removal of the excess tissue 
C)  Scaling and gingival curettage

Question 11

One of the concerns for patients with acute periodontal conditions is that they may not eat and become dehydrated.Educating the patient about the importance of maintaining a good diet and consuming plenty of fluids is important for the dental hygienist.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE. 
A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE.

Question 12

Untreated endodontic abscesses can lead to abscesses of the brain or fasciitis of the neck or chest wall.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Patients with periodontal abscesses often state that the painful tooth feels "high." This symptom occurs because of inflammation and swelling of the:

Accepted Answer

A)  Tooth pulp 
B)  Oral mucosa 
C)  Alveolar bone 
D)  Attached gingiva 
E)  Periodontal ligament 
A)  Tooth pulp 
B)  Oral mucosa 
C)  Alveolar bone 
D)  Attached gingiva 
E)  Periodontal ligament

Question 14

Most painful teeth are the result of periapical abscesses.In the periodontist's office,patients are more likely to have periodontal abscesses than periapical abscesses.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE. 
A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE.

Question 15

The three basic types of abscesses include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  Gingival 
B)  Periapical 
C)  Periodontal 
D)  Pericoronal 
A)  Gingival 
B)  Periapical 
C)  Periodontal 
D)  Pericoronal

Question 16

All treatment other than emergency palliative care should be postponed during the course of acute herpetic gingivostomatitis.Acute herpetic gingivostomatitis normally runs its course between 7 and 10 days.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE. 
A)  Both statements are TRUE. 
B)  Both statements are FALSE. 
C)  The first statement is TRUE, and the second statement is FALSE. 
D)  The first statement is FALSE, and the second statement is TRUE.

Question 17

Acute periodontal abscesses are associated with preexisting periodontal disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Ultrasonic instrumentation may be used to treat NUG.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The flap of tissue that covers a partially or fully erupted tooth is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A)  Operculum 
B)  Periodontal flap 
C)  Pericornoid tissue 
D)  Periodontoclasia 
A)  Operculum 
B)  Periodontal flap 
C)  Pericornoid tissue 
D)  Periodontoclasia

Question 20

NUG is a periodontal infection associated with all of the following predisposing factors except one.Which factor is the exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) 
B)  Down syndrome 
C)  Blood dyscrasias 
D)  Stressful lifestyle 
E)  Flaps of tissue on some teeth 
A)  Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) 
B)  Down syndrome 
C)  Blood dyscrasias 
D)  Stressful lifestyle 
E)  Flaps of tissue on some teeth

Periapical pain tends to be sharp,severe,intermittent,and difficult to localize.Periodontal pain tends to be sharp,severe,intermittent,and difficult to localize.

The role of the dental hygienist in dealing with emergent conditions always includes:

A periapical abscess that is draining can resemble which of the following?

What is the term for an emergency condition that is associated with partially or fully erupted teeth?

The opening of a sinus track associated with a tooth in the primary dentition is most likely related to:

The patient is likely to relate experiencing previous episodes of swelling and pain with which type of periodontal emergency?

The pericoronitis infection should be fully débrided with instruments at the first visit.Antibiotics should always be prescribed when treating these infections.

All of the following characteristics are typically found in cases of NUG except one.Which characteristic is the exception?

The herpesvirus travels through the nerves and resides in neuronal ganglia after the primary infection has occurred.This virus reoccurs most commonly as a herpes labialis.

Options for definitive treatment of pericoronitis include all of the following except one.Which option is the exception?

One of the concerns for patients with acute periodontal conditions is that they may not eat and become dehydrated.Educating the patient about the importance of maintaining a good diet and consuming plenty of fluids is important for the dental hygienist.

Untreated endodontic abscesses can lead to abscesses of the brain or fasciitis of the neck or chest wall.

Patients with periodontal abscesses often state that the painful tooth feels "high." This symptom occurs because of inflammation and swelling of the:

Most painful teeth are the result of periapical abscesses.In the periodontist's office,patients are more likely to have periodontal abscesses than periapical abscesses.

The three basic types of abscesses include all of the following except:

All treatment other than emergency palliative care should be postponed during the course of acute herpetic gingivostomatitis.Acute herpetic gingivostomatitis normally runs its course between 7 and 10 days.

Acute periodontal abscesses are associated with preexisting periodontal disease.

Ultrasonic instrumentation may be used to treat NUG.

The flap of tissue that covers a partially or fully erupted tooth is referred to as:

NUG is a periodontal infection associated with all of the following predisposing factors except one.Which factor is the exception?

Historical Perspectives on Dental Hygiene and Periodontology

Periodontium: Anatomic Characteristics and Host Response

Epidemiology of Periodontal Diseases

Microbiology of Periodontal Diseases

Calculus and Other Disease-Associated Factors

Gingival Diseases

Periodontal Diseases

Clinical Assessment

Systemic Factors Influencing Periodontal Diseases

Treatment Planning for the Periodontal Patient

Occlusion and Temporomandibular Disorders

Plaque Biofilm and Disease Control for the Periodontal Patient

Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy

Periodontal Surgery

Dental Implants

Periodontal Maintenance and Prevention

Prognosis and Results After Periodontal Therapy

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Exam 16: Periodontal Emergencies

Periapical pain tends to be sharp,severe,intermittent,and difficult to localize.Periodontal pain tends to be sharp,severe,intermittent,and difficult to localize.

The role of the dental hygienist in dealing with emergent conditions always includes:

A periapical abscess that is draining can resemble which of the following?

What is the term for an emergency condition that is associated with partially or fully erupted teeth?

The opening of a sinus track associated with a tooth in the primary dentition is most likely related to:

The patient is likely to relate experiencing previous episodes of swelling and pain with which type of periodontal emergency?

The pericoronitis infection should be fully débrided with instruments at the first visit.Antibiotics should always be prescribed when treating these infections.

All of the following characteristics are typically found in cases of NUG except one.Which characteristic is the exception?

The herpesvirus travels through the nerves and resides in neuronal ganglia after the primary infection has occurred.This virus reoccurs most commonly as a herpes labialis.

Options for definitive treatment of pericoronitis include all of the following except one.Which option is the exception?

One of the concerns for patients with acute periodontal conditions is that they may not eat and become dehydrated.Educating the patient about the importance of maintaining a good diet and consuming plenty of fluids is important for the dental hygienist.

Untreated endodontic abscesses can lead to abscesses of the brain or fasciitis of the neck or chest wall.

Patients with periodontal abscesses often state that the painful tooth feels "high." This symptom occurs because of inflammation and swelling of the:

Most painful teeth are the result of periapical abscesses.In the periodontist's office,patients are more likely to have periodontal abscesses than periapical abscesses.

The three basic types of abscesses include all of the following except:

All treatment other than emergency palliative care should be postponed during the course of acute herpetic gingivostomatitis.Acute herpetic gingivostomatitis normally runs its course between 7 and 10 days.

Acute periodontal abscesses are associated with preexisting periodontal disease.

Ultrasonic instrumentation may be used to treat NUG.

The flap of tissue that covers a partially or fully erupted tooth is referred to as:

NUG is a periodontal infection associated with all of the following predisposing factors except one.Which factor is the exception?

Historical Perspectives on Dental Hygiene and Periodontology

Periodontium: Anatomic Characteristics and Host Response

Epidemiology of Periodontal Diseases

Microbiology of Periodontal Diseases

Calculus and Other Disease-Associated Factors

Gingival Diseases

Periodontal Diseases

Clinical Assessment

Systemic Factors Influencing Periodontal Diseases

Treatment Planning for the Periodontal Patient

Occlusion and Temporomandibular Disorders

Plaque Biofilm and Disease Control for the Periodontal Patient

Nonsurgical Periodontal Therapy

Periodontal Surgery

Dental Implants

Periodontal Maintenance and Prevention

Prognosis and Results After Periodontal Therapy

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