Pharm chapter 31 Oral Health Quiz for Healthcare Professionals

<p>To provide topical anesthesia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Halitosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Palifermin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>C. albicans (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wait for 30 minutes after using before eating or drinking. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Candidiasis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Milk of Magnesia (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Amlexanox paste (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thrush (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>I will apply the paste before meals. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Exposure to dead leaves, grain, or compost (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Antifungal agents (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Candidiasis primarily affects individuals with weak immune systems. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Brucellosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Trichomoniasis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Relieving dry mouth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Trichomoniasis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cold sores can occur inside the mouth. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Suppressed immune system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>White, curd-like plaques (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Applying an astringent to dry the cold sore (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bowel sounds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Docosanol (Abreva) therapy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Excessive salivation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Apply antibiotic ointment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent cracking and secondary bacterial infection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>2% viscous lidocaine (Xylocaine) before meals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They can irritate the already inflamed mucous membranes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Viscous lidocaine 2% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Avoid acidic and spicy foods. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure that the medication comes into direct contact with the mucous membranes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To treat fungal infections. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Docosanol (Abreva) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>OTC mouthwashes are typically not recommended for mucositis. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maintain good oral hygiene, including brushing and flossing regularly. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Skin lesions that are not contagious and relate to hygiene.

Indicate a secondary bacterial infection and require medical advice.

Begin as red papules, become blisters, and contain live virus.

A local anesthetic used for inflammation of oral mucous membranes.

Medication that prevents or reduces mucositis in chemotherapy patients.

Fungal infection caused by C.albicans, common in weakened patients.

Inflammation of the mucous membranes in the mouth, often from treatment.

An infection that develops due to a primary illness or lesion.

Soothing rinses that can precede topical agents like carbamide peroxide.

Adverse effects such as mucositis caused by chemotherapy treatment.

A numeric scale indicating severity of mucous membrane pain, from 0 to 10.

The main concern in patient care that needs immediate attention.

Recommendation to prevent irritation of mucous membranes during mucositis.

An antifungal medication taken orally to eliminate fungal infections, often used in chemotherapy patients.

The necessity to cleanse the mouth before applying topical pain medications.

Over-the-counter mouthwashes are generally not recommended for mucositis treatment.

Corticosteroid inhalers can lead to candidiasis due to immune suppression.

A condition where white, milk curd-like plaques appear on the oral mucosa, primarily due to Candida infection.

Antifungal agents are used to treat Candida albicans infections.

A condition characterized by dry mouth due to reduced saliva production.

Products used to alleviate xerostomia by mimicking natural saliva.

Ulcer-like ulcers in the mouth, not attached to bone, different from thrush.

Viral lesions, often at the lip junction, linked to herpes simplex.

A common parasitic sexually transmitted disease.

A zoonotic infection transmitted from animals to humans via infected food, contact, or aerosols.

A whitish-yellow substance on teeth causing tooth and gum disease if not removed.

Wait 30 minutes after using before eating to prevent aspiration risk.

Apply the paste after meals for best effect against discomfort.

Using viscous lidocaine can diminish the sense of taste temporarily.

Carbamide peroxide may cause irritation and should be used with caution.

Patients need to understand proper application and wait times for medications.

Keep the cold sore clean, moist, and dry to promote healing.

Presence of pus or increased pain indicates possible infection.

Use viscous lidocaine and Milk of Magnesia for pain relief.

Mouth dryness can lead to difficulty swallowing and increased cavities.

Avoid astringents as they can dry the sore and delay healing.

Saliva helps protect oral health and prevent infection.

Viscous lidocaine can help numb pain in the mouth and throat.

Medication history, dental visits, halitosis, and saliva amount matter for oral health.