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What is a significant benefit of early detection of cancer?
What is a significant benefit of early detection of cancer?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor hindering cancer screening?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor hindering cancer screening?
Which condition is described as a chronic disease affecting the oral mucosa?
Which condition is described as a chronic disease affecting the oral mucosa?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by cancerous lesions in the oral cavity?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by cancerous lesions in the oral cavity?
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What is the primary immune response involved in lichen planus?
What is the primary immune response involved in lichen planus?
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Which condition is often mistaken for an oral cancer lesion?
Which condition is often mistaken for an oral cancer lesion?
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Which of the following is a common factor associated with the prevention of cancer fatalities?
Which of the following is a common factor associated with the prevention of cancer fatalities?
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What is the primary goal of systematic intra- and extra-oral clinical examinations?
What is the primary goal of systematic intra- and extra-oral clinical examinations?
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What misconception might hinder effective cancer screening?
What misconception might hinder effective cancer screening?
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Which factor may exacerbate soft tissue conditions in patients?
Which factor may exacerbate soft tissue conditions in patients?
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Which substance is commonly associated with oral lesions characterized by white patches?
Which substance is commonly associated with oral lesions characterized by white patches?
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Comprehensive patient history should include which of the following aspects?
Comprehensive patient history should include which of the following aspects?
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Which chronic condition is frequently confused with other oral diseases due to similar presentation?
Which chronic condition is frequently confused with other oral diseases due to similar presentation?
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What is a primary consideration when managing patients with soft tissue conditions?
What is a primary consideration when managing patients with soft tissue conditions?
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What constitutes a significant outcome of proper soft tissue examinations?
What constitutes a significant outcome of proper soft tissue examinations?
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What is NOT an intended learning outcome by the end of the soft tissue diseases session?
What is NOT an intended learning outcome by the end of the soft tissue diseases session?
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Which of the following is a key aetiological factor for oral diseases?
Which of the following is a key aetiological factor for oral diseases?
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What does the examination of soft tissues begin with?
What does the examination of soft tissues begin with?
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How should abnormalities in the oral cavity be addressed?
How should abnormalities in the oral cavity be addressed?
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What type of examination is crucial for early oral cancer screening?
What type of examination is crucial for early oral cancer screening?
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Study Notes
Overview
- Dental Hygiene Therapists (DHT) and Dental Therapists (DT) scope includes oral cancer screening.
- The oral cavity and its associated soft tissues are examined for signs of disease.
- The responsibility to examine soft tissues rests with the clinician.
- Examination begins during the initial intra-oral and extra-oral examination.
- Early detection benefits include preventing disease, enabling early treatment, slowing progression, and reducing fatality.
- Factors hindering screening include awkward conversations, self-doubt, assuming another clinician will identify the disease, and a lack of competency.
Soft Tissue Conditions
- Oral Cancer: Can occur in the oral cavity, oropharynx (throat), and lip.
- Lichen Planus: Chronic inflammatory disease impacting the oral mucosa.
- Lichen Planus: Is caused by a lowered immune system and is cell-mediated.
Common Conditions
- Lichen planus.
- Pemphigoid.
- Candida (yeast infection).
- Pemphigus.
- Leukoplakia (white patch).
- Ulcers.
- Herpes.
- Denture Stomatitis.
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This quiz covers the responsibilities and practices of Dental Hygiene Therapists regarding oral cancer screening. It highlights the examination of soft tissues and common conditions such as lichen planus and leukoplakia. Understanding these elements is crucial for early detection and treatment of oral diseases.
