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Which of the following conditions is characterized by a white coating on the tongue caused by an overgrowth of bacteria or yeast?
Which of the following conditions is characterized by a white coating on the tongue caused by an overgrowth of bacteria or yeast?
- Leukoplakia
- Thrush (correct)
- Glossitis
- Geographic tongue
What is the main function of the tongue?
What is the main function of the tongue?
- Aid in breathing and vocalization
- Taste and manipulate food for chewing and swallowing (correct)
- Assist in vision and eye movement
- Regulate body temperature
What is the term for the involuntary thrusting movements of the tongue during rest or when trying to stick out the tongue?
What is the term for the involuntary thrusting movements of the tongue during rest or when trying to stick out the tongue?
- Tongue thrust (correct)
- Tongue protrusion
- Tongue retraction
- Tongue tremor
What is the term for the small bumps on the tongue that contain taste buds?
What is the term for the small bumps on the tongue that contain taste buds?
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