Diabetes Complications: Oral Health

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What is a common oral complication in diabetes?

Caries (correct)

Hypothyroidism

Hypertension

Asthma

Why should morning appointments be preferred for diabetic patients?

To reduce the chance of stress-induced hypoglycemia (correct)

To prevent periodontal disease

To treat burning mouth syndrome

To minimize the risk of tachycardia

What should be readily available for diabetic patients in dental clinics?

A source of sugar (correct)

Antimicrobial therapy

A source of insulin

Saliva substitutes

Which type of diabetic patients have impaired sweet taste detection?

Type 2 diabetics Signup and view all the answers

What may be masked by β-adrenergic receptor blockers in hypoglycemia?

Tachycardia Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate treatment for patients taking α-glucosidase inhibitors?

Glucose Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of moderate hypoglycemia?

Lack of judgment Signup and view all the answers

What is the first line of treatment for a conscious patient with hypoglycemia in a dental clinic?

Oral glucose or fruit juice Signup and view all the answers

What is used to treat severe hypoglycemia in a patient without IV access?

Glucagon nasal spray Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep a glucagon kit or 50% dextrose in a dental clinic?

For patients with diabetes who use insulin or a sulfonylurea Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of glucagon in treating hypoglycemia?

To raise blood glucose levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the concentration of dextrose injected intravenously in a patient with severe hypoglycemia?

50% dextrose Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the mechanism of action section?

Explaining how the drug works in the body Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the therapeutic uses in medicine section?

To identify the specific medical conditions the drug can treat Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of the adverse reactions section?

The possible side effects of the drug Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the drug interactions section?

The potential risks of combining the drug with others Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the drug information provides an overview of how the drug works?

Mechanism of action Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the different sections in the drug information?

To outline the potential risks and benefits of the drug Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the mechanism of action section in a pharmacology study?

Outlining the process by which the drug produces its effects Signup and view all the answers

What is typically discussed in the therapeutic uses section of a pharmacology study?

Approved medical and dental applications Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the adverse reactions section in a pharmacology study?

To outline potential negative effects of the drug Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the drug interactions section in a pharmacology study?

Outlining how the drug interacts with other medications Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a pharmacology study?

To understand the effects of a drug on the body Signup and view all the answers

What is typically included in a sample study question on pharmacology?

A generic drug name Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the discussion related to the provided samples?

Pharmacological properties and effects Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action related to in the discussion of the samples?

Pharmacodynamic effects Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of discussing therapeutic uses in medicine for the samples?

To highlight the benefits and advantages of the drug Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to discuss adverse reactions related to the samples?

To inform healthcare professionals of potential risks Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of discussing drug interactions related to the samples?

To alert healthcare professionals to potential risks Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall goal of understanding the pharmacology of the samples?

To optimize patient care and treatment outcomes Signup and view all the answers