Deck 28: Populations with Developmental Disabilities

Question 1

What is defined as a non-progressive,neuromuscular disorder caused by damage to the immature brain?

A)Down syndrome
B)Cerebral palsy
C)Multiple sclerosis
D)Parkinson's disease

Answer 1

B
Explanation: B)Cerebral palsy does NOT refer to a specific disease;rather it is an injury to the motor portion of the brain.

Question 2

In which population is periodontal disease and caries widespread?

A)Down syndrome
B)Cerebral palsy
C)Autism
D)Mental retardation

Answer 2

B
Explanation: B)Periodontal disease and caries are both more widespread in patients with CP.Enamel hypoplasia,mouth breathing,and food retention in the mouth all contribute to the increased rates of periodontal disease and caries.

Question 3

An increase in damaging oral habits such as bruxism,biting of ones' lips,and pica may also be found in patients with autism.These habits may be considered a self-coping mechanism,exploration,or one of many repetitive behaviors seen in individuals with autism.

A)Both statements are true.
B)Both statements are false.
C)First statement is true,second statement is false.
D)First statement is false,second statement is true.

Answer 3

A
Explanation: A)Both statements are true.Because autistic patients have an increased incidence of bruxism,if the patient can tolerate a mouthguard its use should be considered.

Question 4

Approximately how many births result in a child born with cerebral palsy?

A)1)7 out of every 1,000
B)2)1 out of every 1,000
C)3)1 out of every 1,000
D)4)8 out of every 1,000

Question 5

What percentage of the children with cerebral palsy have epilepsy?

A)5%
B)10%
C)20%
D)30%

Question 6

What are common signs and cues indicating a person might have autism?

A)Distant or aloof appearance
B)Lack of response to verbal or social cues
C)Easily frustrated
D)All of the above

Question 7

Approximately how many births result in a child with autism?

A)1)2 out of every 1,000 births
B)2)6 out of every 1,000 births
C)3)4 out of every 1,000 births
D)4)5 out of every 1,000 births

Question 8

What percentage of persons with Down syndrome have mitral valve prolapse?

A)20%
B)30%
C)40%
D)50%

Question 9

Which developmental disability impairs communication,and social,behavioral,and intellectual functioning?

A)Autism
B)Mental retardation
C)Down syndrome
D)Cerebral palsy

Question 10

What is the BEST preventive measure a dental provider can use for a patient with a developmental disability?

A)Regular maintenance visits
B)Sealants
C)Electric toothbrushes
D)Fluoride

Question 11

Persons with this developmental disability have variable tooth morphology and short roots.

A)Down syndrome
B)Cerebral palsy
C)Autism
D)Mental retardation