Question 1

A patient experiencing an asthma attack should be positioned in an upright position.

Accepted Answer

Placing a patient experiencing an asthma attack in an upright position can help to open up their airways and make it easier for them to breathe.

Question 2

Which type of asthma may result from exposure to an allergen?&#10;A) intrinsic&#10;B) extrinsic&#10;C) status asthmaticus&#10;D) episodic

Accepted Answer

Extrinsic asthma, also known as allergic asthma, results from exposure to allergens such as dust mites, pet dander, and pollen.

Question 3

____ is/are the main cause of asthma attacks in the dental office.&#10;A) Illness&#10;B) Medications&#10;C) Allergens&#10;D) Anxiety

Accepted Answer

Anxiety is a common trigger for asthma attacks in the dental office due to the stress and fear associated with dental procedures.

Question 4

Which is NOT a sign or symptom of an asthma attack?&#10;A) coughing&#10;B) increase in blood pressure&#10;C) sweating&#10;D) decrease in heart rate

Accepted Answer

A decrease in heart rate is not a sign or symptom of an asthma attack. Asthma attacks typically involve coughing, difficulty breathing, wheezing, and sometimes sweating. An increase in blood pressure may occur due to the body's attempt to compensate for the decrease in oxygen.

Question 5

Which is NOT a common allergen found in the dental office?&#10;A) lidocaine&#10;B) eugenol&#10;C) latex&#10;D) resins

Accepted Answer

Lidocaine, a local anesthetic commonly used in dental procedures, is not typically considered a common allergen in the dental office. Allergic reactions to lidocaine are rare. In contrast, latex, eugenol (found in dental materials like temporary fillings and cements), and various dental resins are more commonly associated with allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Question 6

Asthma is a disease of the respiratory tract that can affect all aspects of the ____ tree.&#10;A) tracheobronchial&#10;B) esophageal&#10;C) mucosal&#10;D) cardiovascular

Accepted Answer

Asthma primarily affects the tracheobronchial tree, which includes the trachea and bronchi. The disease causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, making it difficult to breathe. Asthma does not directly affect the esophagus, mucosa or cardiovascular system.

Question 7

If an asthma attack takes place in a dental office, the dental team should administer a bronchodilator to the patient.

Accepted Answer

A bronchodilator is not the first-line treatment for an asthma attack in a dental office. The first-line treatment is to administer oxygen and call for emergency medical services.

Question 8

Following immediate treatment with a bronchodilator, when should most asthma attacks terminate?&#10;A) within seconds&#10;B) within minutes&#10;C) within hours&#10;D) within days

Accepted Answer

Bronchodilators work quickly to relax the muscles around the airways, making it easier to breathe. Most asthma attacks will terminate within minutes of treatment with a bronchodilator.

Question 9

To make a patient most comfortable in the event they experience an asthma attack, how should oxygen be administered?&#10;A) Use a positive pressure delivery system.&#10;B) Increase the patient's oxygen intake by no more than 10%.&#10;C) Adjust the rate of flow on the oxygen tank to its maximum level.&#10;D) Allow the patient to hold the face mask.

Accepted Answer

Allowing the patient to hold the face mask can help them feel more in control and comfortable during an asthma attack, as it lets them adjust the mask for comfort and ensures they are getting oxygen in a way that feels manageable to them.

Question 10

What physiological changes occur during an asthma attack?&#10;A) The bronchioles become narrowed; mucus is overproduced.&#10;B) The bronchioles become fluid-filled; mucus is overproduced.&#10;C) The bronchioles become narrowed; pleural lubrication is decreased.&#10;D) The bronchioles become fluid-filled; pleural lubrication is decreased.

Accepted Answer

During an asthma attack, the bronchioles (small airways) in the lungs become narrowed due to inflammation, thickening of the airway walls, and increased mucus production. This makes it difficult for air to flow in and out of the lungs, leading to shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing. There is also some degree of airway hyperresponsiveness or twitchiness, which means that even minimal exposure to irritants or allergens can trigger an attack. Pleural lubrication, which is the fluid that helps the lungs move smoothly against the chest wall, is not directly affected by asthma.

Question 11

Sara, a dental auxiliary, reviews the medical history of a patient; noting that the patient is an asthmatic. How can Sara minimize the chance that her patient will experience an asthma attack during the dental exam?

A) Administer anti-anxiety medication prior to the dental treatment.
B) Administer a bronchodilator prior to the dental treatment.
C) Provide a thorough explanation of the equipment that will be used during the treatment.
D) Carefully monitor the patient's respiratory patterns during the appointment.

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Question 12

Which form of asthma will not respond to normal drug therapy?&#10;A) intrinsic&#10;B) extrinsic&#10;C) status asthmaticus&#10;D) episodic

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Question 13

Sometimes a patient can experience a combination of extrinsic and intrinsic asthma.

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Question 14

Which type of asthma is also referred to as infectious asthma?&#10;A) intrinsic&#10;B) extrinsic&#10;C) status asthmaticus&#10;D) episodic

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Question 15

How is asthma distinguished from an airway obstruction?&#10;A) Asthma produces wheezing during expirations; airway obstruction produces stridor during inspirations.&#10;B) Asthma produces stridor during expirations; airway obstruction produces wheezing during inspirations.&#10;C) Asthma produces wheezing during inspirations; airway obstruction produces stridor during expirations.&#10;D) Asthma produces stridor during inspirations; airway obstruction produces wheezing during expirations.

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Question 16

If a dental patient suffers an asthma attack and the bronchodilator does not provide relief, it may be necessary for the dentist to administer ____ intravenously.&#10;A) immunomodulators&#10;B) antihistamines&#10;C) cortisol&#10;D) epinephrine

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Question 17

It is a myth that asthma can be exercise induced.

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Question 18

With asthma, ____ is the most difficult part of breathing.&#10;A) controlling the rate&#10;B) oxygen diffusion&#10;C) exhaling&#10;D) inhaling

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Deck 8: Asthma