HESI Case Study Two

Which is the most logical reason for obliteration of the pulp cavities?

Trauma

Wearing a partial denture

Presence of recession

Age of pt

The age of the pt affects his ability to metabolize medication. The pt will need more than the standard dosage of prescribed medication to achieve the same therapeutic effect.

Both statements are true.

The first statement is false, second is true.

The first statement is true, second is false.

Both statements are false.

The pt presents with each of the following conditions EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Thyroid hypofunction

High cholesterol

Gout

Diabetes

What is frequency associated with kidney disease?

High cholesterol

Anemia

Diabetes

Hypothyroidism

Due to absence of #2, which condition developed in #31?

Hypercementosis

Fibrous, acellular pulp

Thin, defective enamel

Reactive dentin

Which gracey curet is best to debride the distal aspect of the lingual root on #14?

1/2

5/6

13/14

11/12

Gout is an autoimmune condition. A side effect of gout is an increase in thirst.

Both statements are true

The first statement is false, second is true

The first statement is true, second is false

Both statements are false

The pt wants to discontinue taking the daily folic acid supplement and obtain sources from his diet. What food provides a good source of folate?

Baked potato, mushrooms, tuna

Green peas, enriched paste, sunflower seeds

Brussel sprouts, grapefruit, strawberries

Asparagus, lentils, spinach

Each of the following fluoride products can be recommended for the pt to use at home EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?

Toothpaste

0.5% sodium rinse

Varnish

1.1% sodium gel in custom tray

To remove calculus on the pts removable partial, the appliance can be soaked overnight in a solution of white vinegar diluted with 1:1 water. To remove the stain, the appliance can be soaked overnight in undiluted household bleach.

The first statement is true, second is false

The first statement is false, second is true

Both are false

Both are true

After the fluoride tray is removed, the pt states he feels nauseous and begins vomiting. Which action should be implemented next?

Support pt with BLS

Activate EMS

Administer oxygen

Administer fluoride-binding agent

Bumetanide is commonly prescribed to treat

Prostate cancer

Pneumonia

Glaucoma

Hypertension

Which best describes the pts periodontal condition?

Gen, moderate, aggressive

Local, NUP

Local, slight, chronic

Gen, severe, chronic

If the pt wears an acrylic partial denture with metal clasps. Which home-care instructions is appropriate for cleaning a partial?

Dry carefully with towel, clean metal clasps with a stiff, dry brush

Place in boiling water for 5 minutes then rinse with mouthwash

Soak in undiluted bleach overnight

Brush over sink filled with water using soft-bristle brush and low-abrasive paste

HESI Case Study Two

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