Question 1

The term that means bacterial destruction of the teeth is

Accepted Answer

Caries is the term used to describe the bacterial destruction of the teeth, commonly known as tooth decay or cavities. Thrush is a fungal infection that can occur in the mouth. Pyorrhea is an advanced stage of gum disease. Canker is a sore that occurs in the mouth, usually on the soft tissues. Abscess is a localized infection often accompanied by pain and swelling.

Question 2

A dental calculus is also known as ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A dental calculus is also known as...

Question 3

The definition of the term halitosis is

Accepted Answer

Halitosis refers to a bad odor of the breath.

Question 4

________ is the Latin word for an opening through a structure and is the opening through the diaphragm for the ________.

Accepted Answer

The correct spelling is "hiatus" and it is the Latin word for an opening through a structure. The hiatus in question is the one through the diaphragm for the esophagus. Therefore, the correct answer is A) Hiatus and esophagus.

Question 5

Which of the following terms means protrusion of a structure through the tissue that normally contains it?

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A hernia refers to the protrusion of a structure through the tissue that normally contains it. Perforation means a hole or rupture in a structure, intussusception refers to the telescoping of one segment of the intestine into another segment, varices refer to enlarged blood vessels, and reflux refers to the backward flow of fluid.

Question 6

Which of the following terms has a word element meaning white?

Accepted Answer

The word element "leuko-" means white.

Question 7

Which of the following terms has a prefix meaning two?

Accepted Answer

The prefix "bi" means two, as in "bicycle" (two wheels) or "bilateral" (affecting two sides). "Bicuspid" refers to a tooth with two points or cusps, located in the front of the mouth. The other terms do not have a prefix indicating the number two.

Question 8

Which of the following is the best definition of an incisor?

Accepted Answer

An incisor is a type of tooth that is chisel-shaped and used for cutting and biting food. It has a single root and is located at the front of the mouth. Therefore, the best definition of an incisor is option E, "A chisel-shaped tooth."

Question 9

The virus that causes cold sores is abbreviated

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The abbreviation for the virus that causes cold sores is HSV-1. HIV is the abbreviation for the virus that causes AIDS. RSV is the abbreviation for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, a common respiratory infection in young children. SSA and ESR are not abbreviations for any known viruses.

Question 10

Which of the following terms means an inflammatory condition of the gums?

Accepted Answer

Gingivitis is an inflammatory condition of the gums, which causes swelling, redness, and bleeding. A) Sublingual refers to under the tongue; B) Periodontal refers to the tissue that surrounds and supports teeth; D) Dental calculus is the accumulation of mineralized plaque on teeth; E) Glossodynia refers to painful tongue.

Question 11

Which of the following terms end in a suffix meaning enzyme?

Accepted Answer

The suffix "-ase" typically indicates an enzyme, and Lipase is a type of enzyme that helps to break down lipids (fats).

Question 12

The structure that closes so that food cannot enter the larynx and trachea is the ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The structure that closes so that food...

Question 13

Which term containing a prefix, root, and suffix means pertaining to around a tooth?

Accepted Answer

- "Peri-" is a prefix meaning around.
- "Odont-" is the root meaning tooth.
- "-al" is a suffix meaning pertaining to. 
Therefore, "periodontal" means pertaining to around a tooth, specifically referring to the tissues surrounding and supporting the tooth.

Question 14

Which term containing a prefix, root, and suffix means pertaining to under the tongue?

Accepted Answer

"Sub-" is the prefix meaning under, "lingu" is the root meaning tongue, and "-al" is the suffix meaning pertaining to, so "sublingual" means pertaining to under the tongue.

Question 15

The term chyme means

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Chyme is a semifluid, partially digested food that passes from the stomach into the duodenum.

Question 16

The ________ moves food around your mouth and helps the cheeks, lips, and gums hold the food in place while you chew it.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________ moves food around your mouth...

Question 17

Read this selection: Glossodynia is a painful burning sensation of the tongue.It occurs in postmenopausal women.Its cause is unknown, and there is no successful treatment.Which of the following statements best describes this condition?

Accepted Answer

Glossodynia occurs in postmenopausal women, meaning they no longer have periods. The cause is unknown and there is no successful treatment. The other options are incorrect as they do not match the given information.

Question 18

Which of the following terms has a word element that means after?

Accepted Answer

"Post-" means after, and "prandial" refers to a meal, so postprandial means after a meal.

Question 19

A male patient was admitted to the hospital because he was vomiting bright red blood.Which of the following terms would be used to document this fact in the patient's chart?

Accepted Answer

Hematemesis is the term used to describe the vomiting of blood. Hemorrhoid refers to bleeding from the rectum, hemorrhage from the upper gastrointestinal tract is not associated with hemorrhoids. Regurgitation is the backward flow of liquid or food from the stomach into the mouth. Hematochezia refers to the passage of bright red blood through the rectum. Melena refers to the passage of black, tarry, and foul-smelling stools.

Question 20

Read this selection: A patient has Sjögren Syndrome, an autoimmune disease that affects the glands that produce saliva and tears.This leads to dry mouth and dry eyes.Which of the following statements best describes a patient with this syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Sjögren Syndrome leads to dry mouth due to reduced saliva production, which can make swallowing food difficult.

Quiz 5: Digestive System