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NURS 502 MIDTERM EXAM LATEST 2025 / 2026
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Which of the following dental procedures does NOT requires antibiotic prophylaxis for individuals at high risk of bacterial endocarditis?
Routine fillings Post-operative suture removal Dental cleaning Fluoride treatments Orthodontic appliance adjustment - Answer-Fluoride treatments
Which clinical finding distinguishes periodontitis from gingivitis?
Inflammation of the gums White discoloration of the permanent teeth 1 / 4
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Enlarged pockets at the gum base Gingival hypertrophy - Answer-Enlarged pockets at the gum base
Which of the following is the least common site for the development of oral cancer?
The tongue Floor of mouth Hard palate Lower lip - Answer-Hard palate
Which of the following factors reduces the risk for caries in adults?
Low socioeconomic status Existing tooth restoration A vegetarian diet Decreased salivary flow Low sugar diet - Answer-Low sugar diet
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Which of the following patients require bacterial endocarditis antibiotic prophylaxis?
A 26-year-old woman with mitral valve prolapse undergoing routine teeth cleaning with no anticipated bleeding.A 64-year-old man with a prosthetic mitral valve who is undergoing a tooth extraction.A 16-year-old boy with a ventricular septal defect completely repaired in infancy who requires extraction of an impacted wisdom tooth.A 32-year-old man who had bacterial endocarditis 5 years ago who is undergoing orthodontic appliance adjustment. - Answer-A 64-year-old man with a prosthetic mitral valve who is undergoing a tooth extraction.
Which of the following is an abnormal tooth change not explained by aging alone?
Gingival recession Root caries Yellowing of teeth 3 / 4
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Wearing away of teeth with exposed dentin - Answer-Root caries
Which of the following statements concerning xerostomia, or dry mouth, is NOT true?
Xerostomia is caused by a decrease in the production of saliva.Xerostomia can cause a burning sensation, change in taste, and difficulty swallowing.Medications can contribute to the development of xerostomia.Xerostomia increases risk for the development of caries.Xerostomia is rarely a problem for patients wearing complete dentures. - Answer-Xerostomia is rarely a problem for patients wearing complete dentures.
Which of the following has been implicated in the development of recurrent aphthous ulcers?
Trauma Vitamin C deficiency
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