Fluoride is recommend - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Chapter 03: The Alimentary Canal: Digestion and Absorption Stegeman: The Dental Hygienist’s Guide to Nutritional Care, 5th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Each is a portion of the alimentary canal, except one. Which is the exception? a. Oral cavity b. Pharynx c. Larynx d. Esophagus e. Small intestine ANS: C The larynx is not a portion of the alimentary canal. This tubular structure is approximately 30-ft long and comprises all the body parts through which food passes. DIF...

1. Because children younger than 5 years are egocentric, the nurse should do which when communicating with them? a. Focus communication on the child. b. Use easy analogies when possible. c. Explain experiences of others to the child. d. Assure the child that communication is private - A 2. The nurse is having difficulty communicating with a hospitalized 6-year-old child. Which technique should be most helpful? a. Recommend that the child keep a diary. b. Provide supplies for the chi...

Chapter 1 – The Science of Nutrition Multiple Choice Answer, level, page Level: K = knowledge, A = application/critical thinking What Do We Mean by “Nutrition”? (pp. 5-8) a A 6 1. Which of the following ingredients in a box of toaster pastries would contribute macronutrients to one’s diet? a. Water, high-fructose corn syrup, egg yolk b. Niacin, folic acid, sucralose c. Riboflavin, salt, sodium benzoate d. Thiamin mononitrate, soybean oil, sugar c K 5 2. The term “n...

A 30-year-old male patient has a slightly raised purple mass on his cheek measuring 25 mm in diameter for as long as he can remember. This lesion is most likely a: - A. hemangioma B. hematoma C. Nevus A. Hemangioma A continuing care patient complains of root hypersensitivity. Upon examination, the DH sees plaque accumulation near the gingival margins of many teeth. Each of the following may be considered for this patient except one. Which is the exception. - A. Educate the patient about p...

NBDHE Case Studies 17 – 29 Questions and Answers 100% Pass Case Study 17: A 55-year-old patient with a history of smoking presents with symptoms of gum bleeding and bad breath. What should be the primary concern for the dental hygienist? a) Regular dental check-ups b) Routine teeth whitening c) Periodontal disease management d) Orthodontic treatment Case Study 18: A patient with moderate periodontitis requires treatment. What should be included in their care plan? a) Only p...

What is the purpose of a dental prophylaxis? To perform a thorough cleaning of the teeth and gums to remove plaque, tartar, and stains and to prevent periodontal disease. How do you properly use a dental explorer during an examination? Use the explorer to gently probe tooth surfaces to detect calculus, carious lesions, and irregularities. What are the steps for taking an accurate dental impression? Prepare the impression material, load it into the tray, seat the tray in the patient...

1. For lower premolars, the purpose of inclining the handpiece lingually is to, A. Avoid buccal pulp horn B. Avoid lingual pulp horn C. Remove unsupported enamel D. Conserve lingual dentine - ANSWER A. Avoid buccal pulp horn Explanation 1- avoid BUCCAL pulp horn 2- conserve ling. dentine So take A and B if available 2. For an amalgam restoration of a weakened cusp you should, A. reduce cusp by 2mm on a flat base for more resistance B. reduce cusp by 2mm following the outli...

NBDHE Previously Asked Questions with Complete Solutions What is the primary benefit of using a fluoride varnish in dental care? It helps to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities. How should a dental hygienist manage a patient who reports increased gum bleeding at home? Review and reinforce proper brushing and flossing techniques, and schedule a follow-up appointment for evaluation. What is the recommended frequency for dental check-ups for patients with a history of p...

The mother of a 2 month old pt says that their family is relocating to Japan to pursue a long-term business opportunity. You know that the majority of Japan does not practice water fluoridation. You recommend that the mother incorporate fluoride supplementation of 0.25 mg/day into her child's diet, starting at what age? A. 3 months B. 6 months C. 1 year D. 3 years correct answer: B. 6 months (The AAP recommends that in areas w/little to no water fluoridation, children s/be started on fluo...

Florida Laws and Rules Review Questions with Complete Solutions Legislative purpose and intent (purpose of the law) Ensure that every dental or dental hygienist practicing in this state meets minimum requirements for safe practice without undue clinical interference by persons not licensed. __________________________: the healing art which is concerned with the exam, diagnosis, treatment planning, and care of conditions within the human oral cavity and adjacent tissues and structures....