Question 1

The greatest rate of temporomandibular disorders would be expected in which population?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prepubescent males 
B)  Prepubescent females 
C)  Adult males 
D)  Adult females 
A)  Prepubescent males 
B)  Prepubescent females 
C)  Adult males 
D)  Adult females D

Question 2

Mothers who chew gum with xylitol reduce the risk of transmitting

Accepted Answer

A)  Caries to their children 
B)  Herpes viruses to their children 
C)  Rhinovirus to their children 
D)  Periodontitis to their children 
A)  Caries to their children 
B)  Herpes viruses to their children 
C)  Rhinovirus to their children 
D)  Periodontitis to their children A

Question 3

Which of the following conditions are more prevalent in women? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Tooth loss 
B)  Dental caries 
C)  Osteoporosis 
D)  Cardiovascular disease 
A)  Tooth loss 
B)  Dental caries 
C)  Osteoporosis 
D)  Cardiovascular disease A,B,C

Question 4

Fluctuation of sex hormones occurs throughout a woman's menstrual cycle.Studies show an increase in gingival bleeding during menstruation compared to the premenstrual phase.

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

Pubescent girls who diet may be less likely to begin smoking than those not dieting.Women,from teenagers to young adults,gain an average of 2 to 5 pounds after they quit smoking.

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 6

Each of the following are characteristics of pregnancy granulomas EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Accepted Answer

A)  Occur most frequently in the area of inflammatory gingivitis or area of recurrent irritation 
B)  Usually painless 
C)  Commonly located in areas with misaligned teeth 
D)  Are considered a malignancy 
A)  Occur most frequently in the area of inflammatory gingivitis or area of recurrent irritation 
B)  Usually painless 
C)  Commonly located in areas with misaligned teeth 
D)  Are considered a malignancy

Question 7

Low estrogen production after menopause contributes to

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased osteoclast activity 
B)  Increased osteoblast activity 
C)  Decreased osteoclast activity 
D)  Decreased osteoblast activity 
A)  Increased osteoclast activity 
B)  Increased osteoblast activity 
C)  Decreased osteoclast activity 
D)  Decreased osteoblast activity

Question 8

Microbial changes in the gingival sulcus can cause a shift from a healthy microbial flora to a more pathogenic microbial flora.This change has been attributed to those decreased levels of hormones in the blood,namely estrogen and progesterone.

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 9

In the third trimester,when a pregnant woman lies flat on her back,the uterus can press on her inferior vena cava and impede venous return to the heart.This can be avoided during treatment by

Accepted Answer

A)  Placing the patient in an upright position 
B)  Encouraging frequent position changes 
C)  Placing a wedge underneath one of her hips to displace the uterus 
A)  Placing the patient in an upright position 
B)  Encouraging frequent position changes 
C)  Placing a wedge underneath one of her hips to displace the uterus

Question 10

A study revealed significant gender differences in the use of prescription drugs.According to the findings,women

Accepted Answer

A)  Were prescribed more medications across all age groups 
B)  Had higher adherence rates to the use of medications 
C)  Were prescribed appropriate drugs for their documented diseases 
A)  Were prescribed more medications across all age groups 
B)  Had higher adherence rates to the use of medications 
C)  Were prescribed appropriate drugs for their documented diseases

Question 11

Which of the following have been associated with maternal periodontitis? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Low birth weight 
B)  Preterm birth 
C)  Preeclampsia 
D)  Autism 
A)  Low birth weight 
B)  Preterm birth 
C)  Preeclampsia 
D)  Autism

Question 12

Which of the following is associated with osteonecrosis of the jaw?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prostaglandin 
B)  Estrogen 
C)  Bisphosphonates 
D)  Prednisone 
A)  Prostaglandin 
B)  Estrogen 
C)  Bisphosphonates 
D)  Prednisone

Question 13

The hormones produced during female puberty lead to an increase in

Accepted Answer

A)  Erosion 
B)  Periodontitis 
C)  Caries 
D)  Gingival inflammation 
A)  Erosion 
B)  Periodontitis 
C)  Caries 
D)  Gingival inflammation

Question 14

It is important to continue with routine dental care during pregnancy because the benefits compensate for any potential risks.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
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 NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
D)  The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct. 
E)  NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.

Question 15

Pregnant women in the third trimester should be placed in a

Accepted Answer

A)  Supine position 
B)  Semi-reclined position 
C)  Upright position 
D)  Trendelenburg position 
A)  Supine position 
B)  Semi-reclined position 
C)  Upright position 
D)  Trendelenburg position

Question 16

There is a distinction between sex and gender.Gender refers to the socially defined differences between men and women.Sex refers to the biological differences between men and women.

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 17

Which of the following are risk factors for developing osteonecrosis of the jaw in persons taking bisphosphonates? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Tooth extraction 
B)  Periodontal surgery 
C)  Dental prophylaxis 
D)  Implant placement 
A)  Tooth extraction 
B)  Periodontal surgery 
C)  Dental prophylaxis 
D)  Implant placement

Question 18

IV bisphosphonates are more likely to contribute to osteonecrosis of the jaw than oral bisphosphonates because IV bisphosphonates are more potent.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
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 NOT related. 
C)  The statement is correct,but the reason is NOT. 
D)  The statement is NOT correct,but the reason is correct. 
E)  NEITHER the statement NOR the reason is correct.

Exam 47: Mens and Womens Health Issues

The greatest rate of temporomandibular disorders would be expected in which population?

Mothers who chew gum with xylitol reduce the risk of transmitting

Which of the following conditions are more prevalent in women? Select all that apply.

Fluctuation of sex hormones occurs throughout a woman's menstrual cycle.Studies show an increase in gingival bleeding during menstruation compared to the premenstrual phase.

Pubescent girls who diet may be less likely to begin smoking than those not dieting.Women,from teenagers to young adults,gain an average of 2 to 5 pounds after they quit smoking.

Each of the following are characteristics of pregnancy granulomas EXCEPT one.Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Low estrogen production after menopause contributes to

Microbial changes in the gingival sulcus can cause a shift from a healthy microbial flora to a more pathogenic microbial flora.This change has been attributed to those decreased levels of hormones in the blood,namely estrogen and progesterone.

In the third trimester,when a pregnant woman lies flat on her back,the uterus can press on her inferior vena cava and impede venous return to the heart.This can be avoided during treatment by

A study revealed significant gender differences in the use of prescription drugs.According to the findings,women

Which of the following have been associated with maternal periodontitis? Select all that apply.

Which of the following is associated with osteonecrosis of the jaw?

The hormones produced during female puberty lead to an increase in

It is important to continue with routine dental care during pregnancy because the benefits compensate for any potential risks.

Pregnant women in the third trimester should be placed in a

There is a distinction between sex and gender.Gender refers to the socially defined differences between men and women.Sex refers to the biological differences between men and women.

Which of the following are risk factors for developing osteonecrosis of the jaw in persons taking bisphosphonates? Select all that apply.

IV bisphosphonates are more likely to contribute to osteonecrosis of the jaw than oral bisphosphonates because IV bisphosphonates are more potent.

Dental Hygiene As a Profession

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Communication Skills

Health Education and Promotion

Immunology and the Oral Systemic Link

Evidence-Based Care

Exposure and Infection Control

Comprehensive Medical and Oral Health History

Assessment Instruments

Extraoral and Intraoral Examination

The Periodontal Examination

Hard Tissue Examination

Biofilm,calculus,and Stain

Indices

Radiology

Dietary Assessment and Nutritional Counseling

Risk Assessment

Dental Hygiene Diagnosis,treatment Plan,documentation,and Case Presentation

Devices

Dentifrices and Mouthrinses

Cariology and Caries Management

Sealants

Prostheses and Appliances,therapeutic Treatment

Ergonomics

Power Scaling

Instrumentation Principles and Techniques

Nonsurgical and Surgical Periodontal Therapy

Management of Dentin Hypersensitivity

Polishing

Esthetics

Dental Fear and Anxiety Management

Nitrous Oxideoxygen Sedation

Local Anesthesia

Evaluation

Maintenance

Introduction to Special Needs

Cardiovascular Disease

Respiratory

Sensory Disability: Vision and Hearing Impairment

Mental Health

Neurological Impairments

Endocrine System

Immune System

Hematological Considerations

Cancer

Pediatric Patient

The Elderly

Physical Impairment

Alternative Practice Settings

Dental and Medical Emergencies

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