NorCal – Module 3 – Week 1 – Part B: Health History Review Enter email to receive results: Question 1 of 50 1. Thrombocytes and platelets are the same thing.TrueFalseQuestion 1 of 50Question 2 of 50 2. If a patient has a heart murmur, it is possible that it could be caused from mitral valve prolapse.TrueFalseQuestion 2 of 50Question 3 of 50 3. Osteoporosis can be treated with:BonivaActonelPhenobarbitalAbilifyQuestion 3 of 50Question 4 of 50 4. Deep vein thrombosis is potentially life-threatening.TrueFalseQuestion 4 of 50Question 5 of 50 5. The purpose of a pacemaker is to:Regulate the rhythm of the pulseAid in function of the liver or kidneysIncrease respirationsRegulate blood pressureQuestion 5 of 50Question 6 of 50 6. The hardening of arteries is called:EndocarditisArteriosclerosisArthritisCerebrovascular accidentGlaucomaQuestion 6 of 50Question 7 of 50 7. Leukemia is cancer of the blood cells. Question 7 of 50Question 8 of 50 8. Patients who have mitral valve prolapse may need:An antibiotic pre-medA muscle relaxer prior to treatmentAn anti-anxiety medication prior to treatmentBlood pressure medicationQuestion 8 of 50Question 9 of 50 9. The main issue of concern for a patient who is HIV positive is that they will:Be challenging to work onHave difficulty chewingHeal more slowly after injury and/or surgeryEasily break their bonesQuestion 9 of 50Question 10 of 50 10. Symptoms of Diabetes include:Changes in visionExtreme thirstSlow healingFatigueTingling or numbness in the extremitiesQuestion 10 of 50Question 11 of 50 11. Which drug would be used to treat anaphylactic shock?Ammonia capsuleCodeineNitroglycerinEpinephrineQuestion 11 of 50Question 12 of 50 12. Inhalers prescribed for asthmatics can cause xerostomia, bad breath, and ultimately periodontal disease.TrueFalseQuestion 12 of 50Question 13 of 50 13. Osteoporosis is of concern in the dental office as there is greater risk for:Periodontal abscessesFracture of the alveolar bone during extractionsBruxismHigh blood pressureQuestion 13 of 50Question 14 of 50 14. What is the first treatment protocol for leukemia?RadiationBiologic therapyChemotherapyBone marrow transplantQuestion 14 of 50Question 15 of 50 15. The biggest concern for patients with allergies is the potential for:Anaphylactic shockStrokeHigh blood pressureAnxiety attacksQuestion 15 of 50Question 16 of 50 16. Which of the following statements about Asthma are TRUE?Attacks are always preventableAttacks can be triggered by exercise or allergiesAttacks can be fatalNitrous oxide may be contra-indicated for asthmaticsQuestion 16 of 50Question 17 of 50 17. Nitrous oxide would be contraindicated for patients who:Have high blood pressureSuffer from congestive heart failureHave emphysemaHave asthmaHave had a heart attack within the past 6 monthsQuestion 17 of 50Question 18 of 50 18. Antiplatelet therapy is the use of medications that:Prevent infectionsKeep the blood from becoming too thinPrevent blood clots from formingStimulate bone growthQuestion 18 of 50Question 19 of 50 19. Cells that form bone are called: - please select -OdontoblastsCementoblastsOsteoblastsCementoclastsQuestion 19 of 50Question 20 of 50 20. A sudden blockage or rupture of a blood vessel in the brain resulting in loss of speech, movement, or sensation for a period of 24 hours or longer is a:Cardiovascular incidentPsychological conditionBronchial conditionCerebrovascular accidentQuestion 20 of 50Question 21 of 50 21. Match each description with the correct type of diabetes.Formerly known as Juvenile Onset Diabetes and is a systemic condition Gestational diabetesUnselectDiabetes Type IIUnselectDiabetes Type IUnselectDiabetes developed as a result of poor diet and lack of exercise Gestational diabetesUnselectDiabetes Type IIUnselectDiabetes Type IUnselectDiabetes developed during pregnancy Gestational diabetesUnselectDiabetes Type IIUnselectDiabetes Type IUnselectQuestion 21 of 50Question 22 of 50 22. Signs/symptoms of an asthma attack include:Dry, unproductive coughDifficulty breathingDifficulty swallowingWheezingTightness of the chestAnxietyQuestion 22 of 50Question 23 of 50 23. Angina is:Caused from a blockage in a coronary arteryThe same thing as a heart attackRelieved with the use of NitroglycerinHeart pain due to lack of oxygen in the heartQuestion 23 of 50Question 24 of 50 24. Pregnant women with periodontal disease are eight times more likely to have:Low birth weight babiesRampant decayOral cancerPre-term babiesQuestion 24 of 50Question 25 of 50 25. Nitroglycerin is usually administered:In a time-release capsuleIn tablet form placed under the tongueVia injection in the armAs an inhalantQuestion 25 of 50Question 26 of 50 26. If a patient has an artificial joint replacement, they will most likely be prescribed a/an:AntihistamineAntibiotic premedCorticosteroidAnti-viral medicationQuestion 26 of 50Question 27 of 50 27. A vaccine available given in 3 doses that OSHA requires all dentists to provide for their clinical staff is the:Hepatitis C vaccineHerpesHepatitis A vaccineHepatitis B vaccineQuestion 27 of 50Question 28 of 50 28. A depressant that is often used in dentistry that is contraindicated for patients suffering from depression is:EpinephrineOxygenLocal anesthesiaNitrous oxideQuestion 28 of 50Question 29 of 50 29. Nitroglycerin is a:Vasoconstrictor and is used for the treatment of congestive heart failureVasoconstrictor and is used for the treatment of angina pectorisVasodilator and is used for the treatment of angina pectorisVasodilator and is used for the treatment of congestive heart failureQuestion 29 of 50Question 30 of 50 30. Epinephrine is often contraindicated for patients with:High blood pressureMultiple carious lesionsBlood clotting issuesMitral valve prolapseQuestion 30 of 50Question 31 of 50 31. African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans are TWICE as likely to develop Diabetes than caucasians.TrueFalseQuestion 31 of 50Question 32 of 50 32. Carcinomas are various types of:Bacterial infectionsViral infectionsCancersCardiovascular diseaseQuestion 32 of 50Question 33 of 50 33. Radiation and chemotherapy treatment for cancers of the oral cavity and surrounding tissues could cause:HypertensionAsthmaXerostomiaBrittle teethQuestion 33 of 50Question 34 of 50 34. How often should the patient's medical history be updated?Every other yearAt every patient visitOnly at recall visitsOnce a yearQuestion 34 of 50Question 35 of 50 35. Patients may experience failure of an artificial joint replacement if:We neglect to ensure that they have taken an antibiotic pre-medThey do not follow our post-op instructionsWe introduce bacteria into their bloodstream during dental treatmentThey do not take their anti-anxiety pre-medQuestion 35 of 50Question 36 of 50 36. The reason that phen-fen is no longer on the market is because it is known to cause:High blood pressureWeight lossDiabetesDamage to heart valvesQuestion 36 of 50Question 37 of 50 37. Diabetes can lead to:StrokesPeriodontal diseaseHigh blood pressureBlindnessInfectionsQuestion 37 of 50Question 38 of 50 38. Type I Diabetes is more common than Type II Diabetes.TrueFalseQuestion 38 of 50Question 39 of 50 39. One of the first things you should do after seating a patient who has any type of heart issue is to:Be sure not to administer epinephrineTake their vital signsAsk them if they would like to rinse with mouthwashReassure them that everything will be okQuestion 39 of 50Question 40 of 50 40. HIV stands for . Question 40 of 50Question 41 of 50 41. When compiling a patient's medical health history, it is appropriate to inquire about:Exposure to ionizing radiationDrug allergiesChronic illnessesRegular medications takenQuestion 41 of 50Question 42 of 50 42. A heart murmur is usually a life-threatening condition and often requires pre-medication of an antibiotic prior to dental treatment.TrueFalseQuestion 42 of 50Question 43 of 50 43. The leading cause of Diabetes is:Family historyHigh cholesterolRace/ethnicityObesityQuestion 43 of 50Question 44 of 50 44. Patients suffering from mental illness such as depression and bipolar disorder, are more likely to use/abuse drugs and alcohol than those who do not battle with these conditions.TrueFalseQuestion 44 of 50Question 45 of 50 45. Fungal infections, angular chelitis, viral infections, bacterial infections, ANUG, and aphthous ulcers are all common conditions of a patient suffering from:Gastroesophageal reflux diseaseChronic cardiovascular diseaseParkinson's diseaseAIDSFibromyalgiaQuestion 45 of 50Question 46 of 50 46. Severe dry mouth is called . Question 46 of 50Question 47 of 50 47. Tobacco use often causes:Intrinsic stainsOral cancerPeriodontal diseaseExtrinsic stainsQuestion 47 of 50Question 48 of 50 48. Periodontal disease is a common problem with patients suffering from type I diabetes.TrueFalseQuestion 48 of 50Question 49 of 50 49. Iron deficiency causes:The blood to coagulate fasterPale skinDifficulty focusingFatigueQuestion 49 of 50Question 50 of 50 50. Pregnancy gingivitis is inflammation of the gingiva during pregnancy and usually clears up after delivery.TrueFalseQuestion 50 of 50 Loading...