Allergy Management and Antibiotic Use

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What is the primary goal of prophylactic antimicrobial therapy in dentistry?

To prevent infection when there is a significant clinical risk of infection developing (correct)

To reduce antimicrobial resistance

To treat an identified pathogen

To supplement dental treatment

What is a crucial consideration when selecting an antimicrobial for dental treatment?

Duration of therapy

Convenience of administration

Cost of the antimicrobial

Patient's history of antimicrobial hypersensitivity (correct)

What is the primary purpose of documenting antimicrobial therapy in the patient's medical record or medication chart?

To provide a record of therapy for future reference (correct)

To monitor for adverse effects

To justify the use of antimicrobial therapy

To track patient adherence

Why is surgical antibiotic prophylaxis usually not required for common dental procedures?

Because the risk of infection is low (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle guiding the selection of antimicrobial regimens in these guidelines?

Antimicrobial stewardship principles (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when deciding on the optimal route of administration for an antimicrobial?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of promoting antimicrobial stewardship in general dental practices?

To minimize the risk of antimicrobial resistance (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using shared decision making with consumers for antimicrobial decisions?

To empower patients to make informed decisions about their treatment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of specifying the duration of antimicrobial therapy on the prescription?

It prevents overuse of antimicrobial therapy (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of providing patient resources to promote appropriate use of antimicrobials?

To empower patients to make informed decisions about their treatment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about antimicrobial allergy?

It is lifelong and does not wane over time. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential challenge that dental practitioners may face when prescribing antimicrobials?

Patients may have a history of allergy to an antimicrobial (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of implementing infection control and prevention strategies in general dental practices?

To prevent the transmission of infections (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Boxes 5 and 6?

To explain the benefits and harms of antimicrobial therapy. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of adverse effect is Stevens-Johnson syndrome?

A type of hypersensitivity reaction. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to discuss the benefits and harms of antimicrobial therapy with patients?

To help patients make informed decisions about their treatment. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of advising patients to wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace?

To identify them in case of a severe hypersensitivity reaction. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern related to the use of antibiotics?

Their inappropriate use contributes to antimicrobial resistance. (C) Signup and view all the answers