Dental Hygiene II Study Guide
1. What master endocrine gland regulates the output of hormones by other glands?: pituitary
2. A sudden worsening of hyperthyroidism symptoms:: Thyroid storm
3. The different pituitary gland disorders that a patient is at increased risk of developing:: -
craniopharyngiomas
- rathke cleft cyst
- Adenomas
- Non-functioning tumor
- functioning tumor
4. Diabetes is a disease of metabolism with inadequate production of the hor- mone insulin. Which
endocrine gland is responsible for diabetes?: pancreas
5. T/F: Xerostomia is a symptom of menopause that should be addressed by the hygienist when
treating menopausal women.: true
6. T/F: Recommending a saliva substitute is the best oral hygiene instruction that will assist in
preventing interproximal caries for women going through menopause.: false
7. T/F: During menopause, some women report changes in taste and percep- tion that are described
as sweet and fruity.: false
8. T/F: Oral changes in menopause can also include the presence of gingivos- tomatitis as an
exaggerated response.: true
9. Postmenopausal women experience an increased risk of what conditions?-
: - depression
- atherosclerosis
- osteoporosis
- diabetes
10.Which VITAMINS are in decline in a menopausal patient?: vitamin B
11.Which HORMONES are in decline in a menopausal patient?: Decreased production of
estrogen and progesterone by the ovaries
12.Symptoms most likely associated with Menopause and Postmenopausal patients:: - Vasomotor
reactions: hot flashes, headache, heart palpitations, dizzi- ness, night sweats, and sleeping
problems.
- Mucosal changes: Associated with decreased estrogen levels, dry, thinning of tissue, and
possible frequency vaginal infections.
- Emotional disturbances: Alterations in estrogen levels may cause mood swings, depression,
irritability, and difficulty with concentration/memory. It may include de- creased interest in
sexual activity and changes in sexual response. Some women experience anxiety, tension, and
irritability and feel useless. Weight gain or increase
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of body fat around waist is also common. They also are at an increased risk for reproductive
organ atrophy, bone problems (osteoporosis and osteopenia), and skin and mucous membranes
can decrease in thickness and keratinization, becoming fragile and easily injured.
13.Symptoms of cushing syndrome:: - decrease bone mass
- muscle weakness
- redistribution of body fat
- salt retention (swelling)
14.What medications can cause gingival enlargement in a seizure patient?: - Gingival overgrowth
occurs in 25% to 50% of the patients using Phenytoin and other antiseizure drugs.
15.Define seizure:: Paroxysmal event that results from abnormal brain activity
16.Gingival hyperplasia in a seizure patient is caused by?: - fibroblasts and osteoblasts
depositing excessive extracellular matric
- Phenytoin and other antiseizure medications.
17. a sensation experienced by a seizure patient right before the seizure, which might be a smell,
sound, or general feeling:: Aura
18.The antiepileptic drug, phenytoin, can cause what oral changes?: Gingival hyperplasia
19.When a seizure occurs, the first thing the dental hygienist should do is?: No attempt should
be made to stop the convulsion or to restrain the patient.
Terminate clinical procedure; call for assistance and protect the patient from injury.
move any sharp objects out of the way
20.Which of the following has been found to reduce the occurrence and severity of gingival
overgrowth?: meticulous oral hygiene
21.Patients can use herbal supplements such as
to control seizures.: saint johns worts
Ginseng, St. John's wort, melatonin, gingko biloba, garlic, and black cohosh.
22.The emergency medical system should be activated if the seizure is still occurring or has
recurred within : 5 minutes
23.T/F: Scaling with a concentrated program of biofilm control may help early lesions regress.: true
24.T/F: When the tissue has become fibrotic, shrinkage is to be expected.: -
false
25.Be familiar with diseases of the neuromuscular system concerning phys- ical impairment.: Many
diseases related to the neuromuscular system, joints, or
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1. What master endocrine gland regulates the output of hormones by other glands?: pituitary
2. A sudden worsening of hyperthyroidism symptoms:: Thyroid storm
3. The different pituitary gland disorders that a patient is at increased risk of developing:: -
craniopharyngiomas
- rathke cleft cyst
- Adenomas
- Non-functioning tumor
- functioning tumor
4. Diabetes is a disease of metabolism with inadequate production of the hor- mone insulin. Which
endocrine gland is responsible for diabetes?: pancreas
5. T/F: Xerostomia is a symptom of menopause that should be addressed by the hygienist when
treating menopausal women.: true
6. T/F: Recommending a saliva substitute is the best oral hygiene instruction that will assist in
preventing interproximal caries for women going through menopause.: false
7. T/F: During menopause, some women report changes in taste and percep- tion that are described
as sweet and fruity.: false
8. T/F: Oral changes in menopause can also include the presence of gingivos- tomatitis as an
exaggerated response.: true
9. Postmenopausal women experience an increased risk of what conditions?-
: - depression
- atherosclerosis
- osteoporosis
- diabetes
10.Which VITAMINS are in decline in a menopausal patient?: vitamin B
11.Which HORMONES are in decline in a menopausal patient?: Decreased production of
estrogen and progesterone by the ovaries
12.Symptoms most likely associated with Menopause and Postmenopausal patients:: - Vasomotor
reactions: hot flashes, headache, heart palpitations, dizzi- ness, night sweats, and sleeping
problems.
- Mucosal changes: Associated with decreased estrogen levels, dry, thinning of tissue, and
possible frequency vaginal infections.
- Emotional disturbances: Alterations in estrogen levels may cause mood swings, depression,
irritability, and difficulty with concentration/memory. It may include de- creased interest in
sexual activity and changes in sexual response. Some women experience anxiety, tension, and
irritability and feel useless. Weight gain or increase
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of body fat around waist is also common. They also are at an increased risk for reproductive
organ atrophy, bone problems (osteoporosis and osteopenia), and skin and mucous membranes
can decrease in thickness and keratinization, becoming fragile and easily injured.
13.Symptoms of cushing syndrome:: - decrease bone mass
- muscle weakness
- redistribution of body fat
- salt retention (swelling)
14.What medications can cause gingival enlargement in a seizure patient?: - Gingival overgrowth
occurs in 25% to 50% of the patients using Phenytoin and other antiseizure drugs.
15.Define seizure:: Paroxysmal event that results from abnormal brain activity
16.Gingival hyperplasia in a seizure patient is caused by?: - fibroblasts and osteoblasts
depositing excessive extracellular matric
- Phenytoin and other antiseizure medications.
17. a sensation experienced by a seizure patient right before the seizure, which might be a smell,
sound, or general feeling:: Aura
18.The antiepileptic drug, phenytoin, can cause what oral changes?: Gingival hyperplasia
19.When a seizure occurs, the first thing the dental hygienist should do is?: No attempt should
be made to stop the convulsion or to restrain the patient.
Terminate clinical procedure; call for assistance and protect the patient from injury.
move any sharp objects out of the way
20.Which of the following has been found to reduce the occurrence and severity of gingival
overgrowth?: meticulous oral hygiene
21.Patients can use herbal supplements such as
to control seizures.: saint johns worts
Ginseng, St. John's wort, melatonin, gingko biloba, garlic, and black cohosh.
22.The emergency medical system should be activated if the seizure is still occurring or has
recurred within : 5 minutes
23.T/F: Scaling with a concentrated program of biofilm control may help early lesions regress.: true
24.T/F: When the tissue has become fibrotic, shrinkage is to be expected.: -
false
25.Be familiar with diseases of the neuromuscular system concerning phys- ical impairment.: Many
diseases related to the neuromuscular system, joints, or
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