Mouth and Throat Examination
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What should the oral mucosa appear like during a normal mouth and throat examination?

  • White, rough, and with unusual odors
  • Red, dry, and with cracks
  • Dry, rough, and with lesions
  • Pink, smooth, moist, and free from lesions (correct)
  • What is the purpose of inspecting the patient's lips during the mouth and throat examination?

  • To determine if the patient smokes or uses tobacco
  • To check for bad breath
  • To identify any lumps or surface abnormalities (correct)
  • To assess the patient's ability to open their mouth
  • What is the purpose of using a tongue blade during the mouth and throat examination?

  • To check for facial swelling
  • To inspect the oral mucosa (correct)
  • To inspect the patient's teeth
  • To palpate the patient's lips
  • What should you do if the patient is wearing dentures during the mouth and throat examination?

    <p>Ask the patient to remove the dentures to inspect the gums underneath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the gingiva, or gums, appear like during a normal mouth and throat examination?

    <p>Pink, moist, and with clearly defined margins at each tooth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to ask the patient about their smoking or tobacco use during the mouth and throat examination?

    <p>To identify any potential risks or complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the tongue's movement be like?

    <p>Easy in all directions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you ask the patient to do to inspect the ventral surface of the tongue?

    <p>Touch their palate directly behind their front teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common site for the development of oral cancers?

    <p>The area underneath the tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the uvula and oropharynx look like during an examination?

    <p>Pink and moist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should you place the tongue blade slightly off-center during an examination?

    <p>To avoid eliciting the gag reflex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you observe when asking the patient to move their neck?

    <p>Full range of motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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