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What is the leading cause of death in persons over 65 years in the United States?
What is the leading cause of death in persons over 65 years in the United States?
- Diseases of the heart (correct)
- Stroke
- Respiratory diseases
- Cancer
When should dental treatment be postponed following a myocardial infarction?
When should dental treatment be postponed following a myocardial infarction?
- 4 weeks
- 8 weeks
- 6 weeks (correct)
- 2 weeks
What is the most commonly reported emergency in private practice dentistry?
What is the most commonly reported emergency in private practice dentistry?
- Dental trauma
- Broken tooth
- Toothache (correct)
- Swollen gums
Which patients are considered ASA II, III, IV, or V risks depending on the progress of the HIV infection?
Which patients are considered ASA II, III, IV, or V risks depending on the progress of the HIV infection?
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What should a dentist use caution when prescribing to hyperthyroidism patients?
What should a dentist use caution when prescribing to hyperthyroidism patients?
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Study Notes
Leading Cause of Death
- Heart disease is the leading cause of death for individuals over 65 years in the United States.
Dental Treatment Post-Myocardial Infarction
- Dental treatment should be postponed for at least 6 months following a myocardial infarction to allow for recovery and reduce the risk of complications.
Common Emergency in Dentistry
- Syncope (fainting) is the most commonly reported emergency in private practice dentistry.
ASA Risk Classification in HIV Patients
- ASA II: Asymptomatic HIV infection without complications.
- ASA III: Symptomatic HIV infection with well-controlled disease and no significant co-morbid conditions.
- ASA IV: Symptomatic HIV infection with significant co-morbid conditions or poorly controlled disease.
- ASA V: AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) with a life-threatening condition.
Caution for Hyperthyroidism Patients
- Dentists should use caution when prescribing epinephrine to patients with hyperthyroidism due to potential exacerbation of the condition.
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