Question 1

Why is hyperventilation a rare occurrence in children?&#10;A) Children adapt to stress better than adults.&#10;B) Children's biofeedback systems are more sensitive than adults.&#10;C) Unlike adults, children tend to express their fears openly.&#10;D) Unlike adults, children are able to internalize feelings of fear.

Accepted Answer

Children often express their fears openly, which can prevent the buildup of anxiety that might lead to hyperventilation.

Question 2

What is the role of carbon dioxide in the body?&#10;A) It is a necessary energy source for the brain.&#10;B) It carries oxygen through the bloodstream.&#10;C) It triggers the breathing reflex.&#10;D) It facilitates the contraction of heart tissue.

Accepted Answer

Carbon dioxide plays a key role in triggering the breathing reflex by stimulating the respiratory center in the brainstem. As carbon dioxide levels rise in the body, the brain responds by sending signals to increase the rate and depth of breathing, which helps to eliminate excess carbon dioxide from the body.

Question 3

An effective treatment for hyperventilation is oxygen therapy.

Accepted Answer

Oxygen therapy is not an effective treatment for hyperventilation. The primary treatment for hyperventilation is to try to slow down breathing and take deeper, slower breaths. This can be accomplished through techniques such as breathing into a paper bag or using relaxation techniques. In more severe cases, medical intervention may be necessary.

Question 4

What aspect of the &#34;dental experience&#34; exacerbates the process of hyperventilation?&#10;A) The patient must lean their head back.&#10;B) The patient must remain motionless.&#10;C) The patient must leave their mouth opened.&#10;D) The patient must have their legs extended outward in the dental chair.

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Question 5

Once hyperventilation occurs, the condition of the patient usually does not worsen because a steady-state respiration level is reached within minutes.

Accepted Answer

Hyperventilation can lead to a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the blood, which can cause symptoms such as dizziness, tingling in the limbs, and sometimes worsening of the patient's condition if not properly managed.

Question 6

Why is hyperventilation not a risk of strenuous exercise?&#10;A) Exercised muscles release carbon dioxide into the blood.&#10;B) Exercised muscles release oxygen into the blood.&#10;C) Exercised muscles release lactic acid into the blood.&#10;D) Exercised muscles release hemoglobin into the blood.

Accepted Answer

During strenuous exercise, muscles use more oxygen and produce more carbon dioxide. This increase in carbon dioxide signals the body to breathe faster and deeper, which can lead to hyperventilation.

Question 7

Which medication might be given to a patient experiencing a severe hyperventilation episode?&#10;A) methylphenidate&#10;B) ranitidine&#10;C) fluoxetine&#10;D) diazepam

Accepted Answer

Diazepam is a benzodiazepine that can be used to treat severe hyperventilation episodes by reducing anxiety and muscle tension, which can contribute to hyperventilation. It works by slowing down the central nervous system, including the respiratory system, which can help to slow down breathing and reduce symptoms. Methylphenidate, ranitidine, and fluoxetine are not typically used to treat hyperventilation.

Question 8

The most common cause of hyperventilation is ____.&#10;A) anxiety&#10;B) stress&#10;C) anger&#10;D) illness

Accepted Answer

Anxiety is the most common cause of hyperventilation. When a person is anxious, they tend to breathe rapidly, which can lead to hyperventilation. Stress and anger can also contribute to hyperventilation, but they are not as common causes. Illness can also cause hyperventilation, but it is less common than anxiety.

Question 9

By increasing respirations, a patient who is hyperventilating ____.&#10;A) exhales a large amount of oxygen&#10;B) exhales a large amount of carbon dioxide&#10;C) inhales a large amount of oxygen&#10;D) inhales a large amount of carbon dioxide

Accepted Answer

Hyperventilation leads to excessive exhalation of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the body which can cause a decrease in the level of CO2 in the blood (respiratory alkalosis). This is the reason why treating hyperventilation often involves breathing techniques to try and retain some of the CO2 in the body.

Question 10

A tingling feeling in the extremities is one symptom of hyperventilation.

Accepted Answer

Hyperventilation can lead to a decrease in carbon dioxide levels in the body, which can cause a tingling or numb sensation in the fingers, toes, and around the mouth.

Question 11

What is an effective treatment for hyperventilation?&#10;A) Have the patient hold their breath for several seconds.&#10;B) Have the patient lie on the floor.&#10;C) Have patient place their head between their knees.&#10;D) Have the patient stretch their arms towards the ceiling.

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Question 12

If a patient is hyperventilating, the dental team may have the patient breathe into a plastic bag.

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Question 13

Ultimately, why does a patient who is hyperventilating have difficulty breathing?&#10;A) Because of a lack of carbon dioxide, the patient loses blood flow to the brain.&#10;B) Because of a lack of oxygen, the patient loses blood flow to the brain.&#10;C) Because of a lack of carbon dioxide, the patient must consciously work to inhale and exhale.&#10;D) Because of a lack of oxygen, the patient must consciously work to inhale and exhale.

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Question 14

Hyperventilation is an increase in ____ that results in a change in blood chemistry.&#10;A) blood flow to the brain&#10;B) blood flow to the heart&#10;C) the rate or depth of breathing&#10;D) heart rate

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Question 15

Which is NOT a sign or symptom of hyperventilation?&#10;A) dizziness&#10;B) cyanosis&#10;C) tightness in the chest&#10;D) feelings of suffocation

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Deck 9: Hyperventilation