Anatomy & Physiology
Choose the BEST answer:
The main function of the respiratory system is to...
a) Inhale CO2 and exhale O2.
b) Supply the body with air.
c) Inhale O2 to deliver oxygenated blood to the cells of body, and to exhale CO2.
d) Inhale CO2 to deliver deoxygenated blood to the cells of the body and to exhale O2.
c) Inhale O2 to deliver oxygenated blood to the cells of body, and to exhale CO2.
What is the medical term for "common cold?"
a) Allergic Rhinitis
b) Infectious Rhinitis
c) Sinusitis
d) Influenza
b) Infectious Rhinitis
A lower respiratory disease caused by bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Most common type is tubercle bacillus, a rod shaped bacterium.
Tuberculosis
True or False: When a patient shows up to their appointment with a runny nose, cough and chills they should reschedule for when their symptoms subside.
True
True or False:
A dehumidifier is beneficial for patients with obstructive sleep apnea?
False
The organs of the respiratory system include:
Nasal cavity, lungs, nose, trachea oral cavity, diaphragm, and muscles.
What usually causes allergic rhinitis or hay fever?
a) Viral infection
b) Seasonal or continuing triggers
c) Bacterial infection
b) Seasonal or continuing triggers
Autosomal recessive gene disorder that results in thickened secretions
Cystic Fibrosis
Which lower respiratory disease is associated with the organism streptococcus pneumoniae?
Pneumonia
You should follow these DH considerations when dealing with a patient that has what type of lower respiratory disease?
Use standard PPE & infection-control precautions.
Recognize signs/ symptoms.
Question Pt who reports a history of (active, latent, diagnosis results?).
Consult with a physician if it is safe to treat pt in dental chair.
Aerosol-producing devices should NOT be used.
Instruct pt with suspected or confirmed TB to observe strict respiratory hygiene and cough etiquette protocols (due to disease being highly contagious). Pt should be in dental office no longer than absolutely necessary.
Tuberculosis
Which of the following is NOT part of a respiratory assessment?
a) CAMBRA
b) Chest imaging
c) Blood gas analysis
d) Spirometry
CAMBRA
What can sometimes present itself as maxillary molar toothaches?
a) Sinusitis
b) Pharyngitis
c) Infectious Rhinitis
d) Allergic Rhinitis
a) sinusitis
To facilitate breathing adjust chair semi-reclined or upright.
Gingivitis related to dry mouth
Avoid the use of rubber dam
Cystic Fibrosis
Smoking cessation and avoiding the use of nitrous oxide are treatment considerations for which respiratory disease?
COPD
Rinse with water after using ___ to reduce risk of oral candidiasis and dental caries.
Inhaler
What helps remove foreign material and contaminated mucus by a constant beating and wavelike motion?
a) mucus
b) goblet cells
c) dust particles
d) cilia
d) cilia
What is the most common symptom for pharyngitis or tonsillitis?
a) Congestion
b) Headache
c) Fever/ chills
d) Sore throat
d) Sore throat
Respiratory infection that involves large airways (trachea & Bronchi).
For VIRAL form most prevalent, bed rest, fluids, bronchodilator & cough suppressants.
For Bacterial form least prevalent, antibiotic tx (amoxicillin or cephalosporin).
Acute Bronchitis
While completing a thorough EO/IO examination, large tonsils could be an indication of ___________
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
In regards to OHI, which lower respiratory disease encourages smoking cessation?
COPD
The respiratory system is divided into two categories when discussing respiratory diseases. These categories are Upper and Lower respiratory diseases. The lower respiratory system consists of...
a) Primary bronchi, lungs, and trachea
b) Primary bronchi, pharynx, and larynx
c) Nasal cavity, pharynx, and larynx
d) Pharynx, larynx, and lungs
Primary bronchi, lungs, and trachea
Influenza is a bacterial infection. Vaccinations can help prevent influenza.
a) Both statements are true
b) The first statement is false and the second statement is true.
c) The first statement is true and the second statement is false.
d) Both statements are false.
b) The first statement is false and the second statement is true.
- Influenza is a viral infection
Out of the lower respiratory infections which 3 do you have to discontinue treatment? *This is due to them being infectious*
Pneumonia, Tuberculosis & Acute bronchitis.
Medication for which lower respiratory disease may cause: dry mouth, mouth breathing as a child, oral candidiasis, dental caries
Asthma
What should be placed by swab every 2-4 hours for a ventilated patient with Pneumonia?
Chlorhexidine rinse or gel