Description : Which is the LEAST likely to cause Xerostomia: A. Sjögren’s syndrome B. Emotional reaction C. Antidepressants drugs D. Submandibular sialolith
Last Answer : D. Submandibular sialolith
Description : A patient states that for ALMOST a year now she has had a rubbery, firm, painless nodule within the substance of parotid gland. This MOST likely is: A. Mucocele B. Lymph node C. Benign mixed tumour D. Squamous cell carcinoma E. Sialolith with encapsulations
Last Answer : C. Benign mixed tumour
Description : Unilateral swelling in the floor of the mouth occurs frequently with meal; what is the possible diagnosis: A. Ranula B. Sub-mandibular sialolith C. Cyst D. Mucocele
Last Answer : B. Sub-mandibular sialolith
Description : Which of the following is NOT a complication of radiation to head and neck area:** A. Xerostomia B. Mucositis C. Increased caries D. Heightened taste sensation E. Increased risk of osteomyelitis
Last Answer : D. Heightened taste sensation
Description : The most significant finding in clinical evaluation of parotid mass may be accompanying,** A. Lympha adenopathy B. Nodular consistency C. Facial paralysis D. Slow progressive enlargement E. Xerostomia
Last Answer : C. Facial paralysis
Description : Primary hyperparathyroidism may occur in association with the following conditions 1) Chronic renal failure 2) Vitamin D deficiency 3) Gastrinoma 4) Autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome 5) Sjogren's syndrome
Last Answer : Answers-3 The association of primary hyperparathyroidism and a gastrinoma would suggest a diagnosis of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1. CRF causes secondary or tertiary hyperparathyroidism, with vit D deficiency causing secondary hyperparathyroidism. Ther is no association with Sjogren's.
Description : Sjogren’s syndrome is a chronic disease characterized by which of the following clinical feature: Options: 1) Esophageal dysmotility 2) Keratoconjunctivitis sicca 3) Widespread damage to small blood vessels 4) Libmann Sachs Endocardititis
Last Answer : Correct Answer: 2) Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
Description : Which is LEAST likely to cause bleeding after surgical operation: A. Antibiotic therapy B. Poor surgical techniques C. Aspirin D. Codeine
Last Answer : D. Codeine
Description : The ‘neuroleptic syndrome’ produced by chlorpromazine like drugs is characterized by the following except: A. Emotional quietening B. Paucity of movements C. Ataxia D. Indifference to external cues
Last Answer : C. Ataxia
Description : Painful salivary glands MOST likely indicate to:** A. Mucocele B. Mumps C. Sjögren’s syndrome
Last Answer : B. Mumps
Description : A 12 years-old girl complains of sore mouth, she has painful cervical lymphadenitis and a temperature of 39°c, oral examination shows numerous yellow grey lesions. What is the MOST LIKELY ... mentor hombres mas de 20 años en labios C. Herpetic gingivostomatitis D. Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Last Answer : C. Herpetic gingivostomatitis
Description : Which primary teeth are LEAST affected with the nursing bottle syndrome? A. Maxillary molars B. Maxillary and mandibular canines C. Mandibular incisors D. Maxillary incisors E. Mandibular molars
Last Answer : C. Mandibular incisors
Description : The nonselective MAO inhibitors are not used clinically as antidepressants because of their: A. Low antidepressant efficacy B. Higher toxicity C. Potential to interact with many foods and drugs D. Both 'B' and 'C' are correct
Last Answer : D. Both 'B' and 'C' are correct
Description : The following drug of abuse is a hallucinogen: A. Cocaine B. Cannabis C. Heroin D. Methaqualone (p. 403) 31.1 Which of the following is a selective MAO-B inhibitor: A. Selegiline
Last Answer : B. Cannabis
Description : The dose of the following class of drugs has to be adjusted by repeated measurement of the affected physiological parameter: A. Oral contraceptives B. Antiepileptics C. Antidepressants D. Oral anticoagulants
Last Answer : D. Oral anticoagulants
Description : Tricyclic antidepressants can alter the oral absorption of many drugs by: A. Complexing with the other drug in the intestinal lumen B. Altering gut motility C. Altering gut flora D. Damaging gut mucosa
Last Answer : B. Altering gut motility
Description : Which of the following is the LEAST to cause toxicity from local anaesthetic injection: A. Injecting in supine position B. Injecting in vascular area C. Injecting without a vasoconstrictor D. Intravenous injections
Last Answer : A. Injecting in supine position
Description : Intact vesicles are MOST likely to be seen in:** A. Herpes simplex infection B. Oral lichenoid reaction C. Aphthous ulceration D. Pemphigus vulgaris E. Cicatricial pemphigoid
Last Answer : A. Herpes simplex infection
Description : Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of glass ionomer cements? a. strong in compression but weaker in tension True b. the matrix is formed during the initial set of the cement c. sets via ... for at least 24 hours true d. suitable for use as a core build up material in anterior teeth
Last Answer : d. suitable for use as a core build up material in anterior teeth
Description : Anyone know of a natural cure for Sjogrens or any other autoimmune disease?
Last Answer : Wow, I’m gonna let shilolo take this one. There’s just so much… no.
Description : The distinctive features of fluoxetine compared to the typical tricyclic antidepressants include the following except: A. It is less likely to produce cardiac arrhythmias in overdose B. It infrequently ... suffering from chronic somatic illness D. It does not block neuronal uptake of biogenic amines
Last Answer : D. It does not block neuronal uptake of biogenic amines
Description : What are the best antidepressants that are affordable, covered by most health insurances, have the least severe side effects, and would be good for someone who has never been on one but really needs to be?
Last Answer : Different people react differently to medications. The “best” and the “least Side effects” is going to vastly differ in each patient
Description : What causes of Tourette syndrome (TS)?
Last Answer : An abnormal metabolism of the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin are involved with the disorder. It is genetically transmitted; parents having a 50% chance of passing the gene on to their children. ... chance of displaying symptoms, boys with the gene have a 99% chance of displaying symptoms.
Description : What is the prognosis of Tourette Syndrome ?
Last Answer : TS is a chronic condition with symptoms lasting a lifetime, most people with the condition/experience their worst symptoms in their early teens, with improvement occurring in the late teens and continuing into adulthood.
Description : What are the Symptoms of Tourette syndrome
Last Answer : Symptoms of Tourette syndrome can range from tiny, minor movements (such as grunts, sniffling, or coughing) to constant movements and sounds that can't be controlled. Tics can include: • Arm thrusting • Eye blinking • Jumping • Kicking • Repeated throat clearing or sniffing • Shoulder shrugging
Description : What are the symptoms of Tourette syndrome?
Last Answer : Tics are classified as either simple or complex. Simple tics: Simple motor tics are sudden, brief, repetitive movements that involve a limited number of muscle groups. Some of the more common ... clearing, sniffing/snorting, grunting, or barking. More complex vocal tics include words or phrases.
Description : Describe related problems to Tourette syndrome (TS)?
Last Answer : People with TS are more likely to have any combination of the following problems: •Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) •Difficulties with Impulse Control (disinhibition) •Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) •Various Learning Disabilities (such as dyslexia) •Various Sleep Disorders
Description : What is Tourette syndrome (TS)?
Last Answer : Tourette Syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder characterized by tics involuntary, rapid, sudden movements or vocalizations that occur repeatedly in the "me way. Diagnostic criteria include: Both multiple motor ... sometimes disappear for weeks or months at a time; Onset before the age of 18.
Description : Define the treatment of Tourette Syndrome ?
Last Answer : Because tic symptoms do not often cause impairment, the majority of people with TS require no medica.tion for tic suppression. However, effective medications are available for those whose symptoms ... to treat some of the associated neurobehavioral disorders that can occur in patients with TS.
Description : What is Tourette Syndrome?
Last Answer : Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder characterized by repetitive, stereotyped, involuntary movements and vocalizations called tics. The first symptoms of TS are almost always noticed in ... coprolalia (uttering swear words) or echolalia (repeating the words or phrases of others
Description : What is the prognosis of Post-Polio Syndrome?
Last Answer : PPS is a very slowly progressing condition marked by long periods of stability. The severity of PPS depends on the degree of the residual weakness and disability an individual has after the ... from the original attack and subsequently develop PPS will most likely experience only mild PPS symptoms.
Description : Define the treatment of Post-Polio Syndrome ?
Last Answer : Doctors recommend that polio survivors follow standard healthy lifestyle practices: consuming a well- balanced diet, exercising in moderation, and visiting a doctor regularly. A commonsense approach, ... immunoglobulin therapy may reduce pain, increase quality of life, and improve strength modestly.
Description : What is Post-Polio Syndrome?
Last Answer : Post polio syndrome (PPS) is a condition that affects polio survivors anywhere from 10 to 40 years after recovery from an initial paralytic attack of the poliomyelitis virus. PPS is ... the individual's capacity to function independently. While polio is contagious, PPS is not transmissible.
Description : Which of the following conditions is not associated with periodontal destruction in primary teeth: a. Down’s syndrome. b. Steven Johnson’s syndrome. c. Hypophosphatasia. d. Papillon. Lefebvre syndrome. e. Cyclic neutropenia.
Last Answer : b. Steven Johnson’s syndrome.
Description : Which of the following is NOT characteristic of Down’s syndrome? A. Decreased neutrophil function B. Macroglossia C. Macrodontia D. An increased susceptibility to periodontal disease E. Congenitally missing teeth
Last Answer : C. Macrodontia
Description : Hypodontia can be seen in: A. Cleidocranial dysplasia “dysostosis” B. Down’s syndrome C. Papillon fever syndrome D. Rickets
Last Answer : B. Down’s syndrome
Description : In regard to Plummer-Vincent syndrome or “Paterson and Kelly syndrome”: A. Iron deficiency is a feature B. Atrophic oral and gastric mucosa C. Dysphagia and angular cheilitis D. Predisposing oral cancer E. All of the above
Last Answer : E. All of the above
Description : Which of the following conditions is not associated with periodontal destruction in primary teeth: A. Down’s syndrome B. Steven Johnson’s syndrome C. Hypophosphatasia D. Papillon-Lefebvre syndrome E. Cyclic neutropenia
Last Answer : B. Steven Johnson’s syndrome
Description : hildren born with cleft palate, microdontia and glossoptosis have: A. Christian disease B. Trenches-Collins Syndrome C. Pierre-Robin Syndrome
Last Answer : C. Pierre-Robin Syndrome
Description : Sjögren syndrome is characterised by: A. Dryness of the mouth B. Dryness of the eyes C. Rheumatoid arthritis D. All of the above
Last Answer : D. All of the above
Description : Typical features of Down’s syndrome (Mongolism) do not include: A. Multiple immunodeficiencies B. Sever caries but minimal periodontal disease C. Susceptibility to infections D. Multiple missing teeth and malocclusion E. Hepatitis B carriage in institutionalised patients
Last Answer : B. Sever caries but minimal periodontal disease
Description : There are 6 major salivary glands and they are located one in each parotid gland, two beneath the mandibles (submandibular) and two in the base of the tongue (sublingual). More than 700 other minor salivary glands exist dispersed on the lip mucosa, gingiva, palate and pharynx.
Last Answer : What is the approximate pH of the salivary secretion? Is it an acid or basic fluid? What are the main functions of saliva?
Description : In the head and neck: a. the lymph from the upper lid drains to the parotid and submandibular lymph nodes b. the facial nerve comes from the first pharyngeal arch c. branches of the ... e. an unilateral cleft lip is a failure of the maxillary process to fuse with the medial nasal process
Last Answer : branches of the ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve supply the skin of the scalp as far backward as the vertex
Description : Which of the following terms is used to describe stone formation in a salivary gland, usually the submandibular gland? a) Sialolithiasis Salivary stones are formed mainly from calcium phosphate. b ... of the salivary glands. d) Stomatitis Stomatitis refers to inflammation of the oral mucosa.
Last Answer : a) Sialolithiasis Salivary stones are formed mainly from calcium phosphate.
Description : Which of the following terms is used to describe hemorrhage from the nose? a) Epistaxis Epistaxis is due to rupture of tiny, distended vessels in the mucous membrane of any area of the nose. b ... of a large amount of fluid from the nose. d) Dysphagia Dysphagia refers to difficulties in swallowing.
Last Answer : a) Epistaxis Epistaxis is due to rupture of tiny, distended vessels in the mucous membrane of any area of the nose.
Description : The following is true of proton pump inhibitors except: A. They are the most effective drugs for Zolinger Ellison syndrome B. Their prolonged use can cause atrophy of gastric mucosa C. They inhibit growth of H. pylori in stomach D. They have no effect on gastric motilit
Last Answer : B. Their prolonged use can cause atrophy of gastric mucosa
Description : Patient has hot and cold sensation and pain on percussion after the filling of class III Cavity with GIC base and composite. What will be possible cause – 1) bacterial microleakage 2) mechanical trauma of cavity cutting 3) Exothermic reaction while setting GIC
Last Answer : 2) mechanical trauma of cavity cutting