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10. What could pregnant women do after vomiting to reduce the risk of enamel erosion? A. Swish with baking soda and water B. Vigorously brush her teeth C. Immediately take a dose of a proton pump inhibitor D. Immediately take 3-4 antacid tablets
A. Swish with baking soda and water
3. A pregnancy granuloma: A. Has malignant potential and should be biopsied B. Should be excised during pregnancy even if asymptomatic to avoid complications C. Can be observed D. Is not likely to recur if excised
C. Can be observed
5. What guidance should you give a pregnant patient about having dental x-rays during her pregnancy? A. Dental x-rays should be avoided during pregnancy. B. Dental x-ray should be limited to only one film per pregnancy. C. Dental x-rays should be taken as necessary to reach a full diagnosis D. Dental x-rays are rarely needed during pregnancy.
C. Dental x-rays should be taken as necessary to reach a full diagnosis
8. If a pregnant woman has an oral abscess in the first trimester, what should she do regarding its treatment? A. Take antibiotics and pain medication only and wait until her second trimester to see the dentist. B. Avoid x-rays for further diagnosis. C. Have the tooth treated or extracted under local anesthesia immediately. D. Delay definitive treatment until after delivering her baby.
C. Have the tooth treated or extracted under local anesthesia immediately.
7. All of the following conditions can cause worsening gingivitis EXCEPT: A. Onset of puberty B. Monthly menses C. Menopause D. Use of oral contraceptives E. Pregnancy
C. Menopause
Which of the following is a TRUE statement: A. Mothers with caries pass their genetic predisposition for caries on to their babies B. Mother with caries pass caries-causing bacteria to their babies in utero C. Mother with caries pass caries-causing bacteria to their infants early in life via saliva transmission D. All of the above
C. Mother with caries pass caries-causing bacteria to their infants early in life via saliva transmission
Which of the following is a FALSE statement? A. Gingivitis is very common in pregnancy B. Periodontitis is associated with preterm birth C. Treatment of periodontitis in pregnancy decreases the risk of preterm birth D. Deep root scaling to improve periodontitis is safe during pregnancy
C. Treatment of periodontitis in pregnancy decreases the risk of preterm birth
4. A pregnant patient asks you for guidance about having dental treatment during her pregnancy. What would you say? A. Dental treatment should only be done during the second and third trimester. B. Dental treatment should only be done during the third trimester because organogenesis is complete. C. Dental treatment should only be done during the second trimester for comfort and safety reasons. D. Dental treatment can be done during any trimester.
D. Dental treatment can be done during any trimester.
9. Amalgam restorations placed during pregnancy can lead to which negative outcome in the fetus? A. Birth defects B. Neurologic sequelae C. Spontaneous abortions D. None of the above
D. None of the above
6. What oral health guidance should you give a pregnant patient? A. Brush twice daily with fluoridated toothpaste. B. Use chlorhexidene mouthwash three times per day . C. Avoid sugary drinks and snacks between meals. D. Take fluoride dietary supplements. E. A and C only.
E. A and C only.