NorCal – Module 3 – Week 1 – Part B: Health History Review | RDA4U – Your California Registered Dental Assistant Resource

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1. Which of the following statements are TRUE about Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Affects people of all ages

Is an autoimmune disease

There may be a hereditary/genetic link

People with R.A. are at a higher risk for heart disease and strokes

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2. The main issue of concern for a patient who is HIV positive is that they will:

Heal more slowly after injury and/or surgery

Be challenging to work on

Easily break their bones

Have difficulty chewing

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Question 3 of 50

3. Signs/symptoms of an asthma attack include:

Difficulty swallowing

Difficulty breathing

Wheezing

Tightness of the chest

Anxiety

Dry, unproductive cough

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4. Fungal infections, angular chelitis, viral infections, bacterial infections, ANUG, and aphthous ulcers are all common conditions of a patient suffering from:

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

Chronic cardiovascular disease

Fibromyalgia

AIDS

Parkinson’s disease

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5. The reason that phen-fen is no longer on the market is because it is known to cause:

Weight loss

Diabetes

High blood pressure

Damage to heart valves

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6. If a patient has an artificial joint replacement, they will most likely be prescribed a/an:

Corticosteroid

Antibiotic premed

Anti-viral medication

Antihistamine

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7. Tobacco use often causes:

Periodontal disease

Intrinsic stains

Extrinsic stains

Oral cancer

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Question 8 of 50

8. 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:

Bronchial condition

Cardiovascular incident

Cerebrovascular accident

Psychological condition

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9. Cells that form bone are called:

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10. A heart murmur is usually a life-threatening condition and often requires pre-medication of an antibiotic prior to dental treatment.

True

False

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Question 11 of 50

11. Pregnancy gingivitis is inflammation of the gingiva during pregnancy and usually clears up after delivery.

True

False

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Question 12 of 50

12. Which of the following statements about Asthma are TRUE?

Attacks can be fatal

Attacks can be triggered by exercise or allergies

Nitrous oxide may be contra-indicated for asthmatics

Attacks are always preventable

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13. Match each description with the correct type of diabetes.

Formerly known as Juvenile Onset Diabetes and is a systemic condition	Diabetes Type I Unselect Gestational diabetes Unselect Diabetes Type II Unselect
Diabetes developed as a result of poor diet and lack of exercise	Diabetes Type I Unselect Gestational diabetes Unselect Diabetes Type II Unselect
Diabetes developed during pregnancy	Diabetes Type I Unselect Gestational diabetes Unselect Diabetes Type II Unselect

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14. Carcinomas are various types of:

Cardiovascular disease

Bacterial infections

Cancers

Viral infections

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15. A vaccine available given in 3 doses that OSHA requires all dentists to provide for their clinical staff is the:

Hepatitis A vaccine

Hepatitis B vaccine

Hepatitis C vaccine

Herpes

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Question 16 of 50

16. Patients may experience failure of an artificial joint replacement if:

We neglect to ensure that they have taken an antibiotic pre-med

We introduce bacteria into their bloodstream during dental treatment

They do not take their anti-anxiety pre-med

They do not follow our post-op instructions

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17. Various conditions that can lead to Congestive Heart Failure include:

High blood pressure

Hypertension

Coronary artery disease

A prior heart attack

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Question 18 of 50

18. Antiplatelet therapy is the use of medications that:

Prevent infections

Prevent blood clots from forming

Stimulate bone growth

Keep the blood from becoming too thin

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19. The leading cause of Diabetes is:

High cholesterol

Family history

Race/ethnicity

Obesity

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20. 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.

True

False

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21. The most common metal allergy is to:

Tin

Copper

Silver

Nickel

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22. Risk factors for a heart attack include:

High blood pressure

Obesity

Family history

Smoking

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Question 23 of 50

23. Reasons to take a thorough medical history in the dental office include:

Systemic diseases often cause oral conditions

To prevent transferring communicable diseases from one patient to another

To protect the health of the patient

Approximately 85% of anomalies found in the oral cavity are indications of systemic conditions

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Question 24 of 50

24. Pregnant women with periodontal disease are eight times more likely to have:

Oral cancer

Pre-term babies

Low birth weight babies

Rampant decay

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Question 25 of 50

25. Periodontal disease is a common problem with patients suffering from type I diabetes.

True

False

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Question 26 of 50

26. Radiation and chemotherapy treatment for cancers of the oral cavity and surrounding tissues could cause:

Asthma

Hypertension

Xerostomia

Brittle teeth

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27. The proper term for “to stop bleeding” is:

Hemostasis

Hemodent

Congenital

Epinephrine

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Question 28 of 50

28. Osteoporosis is of concern in the dental office as there is greater risk for:

Bruxism

High blood pressure

Periodontal abscesses

Fracture of the alveolar bone during extractions

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Question 29 of 50

29. The vitamin that helps with blood clotting is:

Vitamin A

Vitamin D

Vitamin E

Vitamin K

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Question 30 of 50

30. The biggest concern for patients with allergies is the potential for:

Stroke

Anxiety attacks

High blood pressure

Anaphylactic shock

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Question 31 of 50

31. Angina can be brought on by stress.

True

False

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Question 32 of 50

32. Blood in the soft tissue is known as a:

Fistula

Hematoma

Fibroma

Carcinoma

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Question 33 of 50

33. Arrhythemia is:

Brought on by stress

The same thing as a heart murmur

An irregular heartbeat

Always life-threatening

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Question 34 of 50

34. The hardening of arteries is called:

Arthritis

Glaucoma

Cerebrovascular accident

Arteriosclerosis

Endocarditis

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35. When compiling a patient’s medical health history, it is appropriate to inquire about:

Chronic illnesses

Exposure to ionizing radiation

Drug allergies

Regular medications taken

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Question 36 of 50

36. Epinephrine is often contraindicated for patients with:

Blood clotting issues

Multiple carious lesions

High blood pressure

Mitral valve prolapse

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37. Iron deficiency causes:

The blood to coagulate faster

Fatigue

Difficulty focusing

Pale skin

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Question 38 of 50

38. There is a direct correlation between high blood pressure, heart disease, strokes, and diabetes.

True

False

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39. Inhalers prescribed for asthmatics can cause xerostomia, bad breath, and ultimately periodontal disease.

True

False

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40. Men are more likely to develop Rheumatoid Arthritis than women.

True

False

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41. What is the first treatment protocol for leukemia?

Biologic therapy

Radiation

Bone marrow transplant

Chemotherapy

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42. How often should the patient’s medical history be updated?

Once a year

At every patient visit

Every other year

Only at recall visits

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43. Most forms of arthritis are a natural part of aging.

True

False

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44. Leukemia is cancer of the blood cells.

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45. Oral cancer is often undiagnosed because:

It is usually painless

It is impossible to see

It looks like periodontal disease

It feels the same as a carious lesion

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Question 46 of 50

46. African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans are TWICE as likely to develop Diabetes than caucasians.

True

False

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Question 47 of 50

47. Type I Diabetes is more common than Type II Diabetes.

True

False

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Question 48 of 50

48. Patients who may be on blood thinning medications may include those who:

Have arthritis

Have congestive heart failure

Are hemophiliacs

Are susceptible to getting DVTs

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Question 49 of 50

49. HIV stands for .

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Question 50 of 50

50. Bones consist of:

Zinc

Phosphorus

Calcium

Magnesium

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