Question 1

When selecting a toothbrush for clients with disabilities the dental hygienist must take into account all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

When selecting a toothbrush for clients with disabilities the dental hygienist must take into account a person's grip problems, use of fine motor skills and their ability to open their mouth. Food allergies in unrelated to toothbrush selection.

Question 2

Clients with Down syndrome are given the same treatment options as other clients. Treatment objectives must be limited simply because the client has Down syndrome.

Accepted Answer

Clients with Down syndrome are given the same treatment options as other clients. Treatment objectives must not be limited simply because the client has Down syndrome

Question 3

A severe gag reflex may be managed by eliminating the use of toothpaste to reduce gagging and provide better vision for the caregiver. Water, an ADA-accepted antimicrobial mouth rinse, or an ingestible or low-foaming dentifrice can be used in place of toothpaste.

Accepted Answer

A severe gag reflex may be managed by eliminating the use of toothpaste to reduce gagging and provide better vision for the caregiver. Water, an ADA-accepted antimicrobial mouth rinse, or an ingestible or low-foaming dentifrice can be used in place of toothpaste.

Question 4

Most children with ASD avoid communicating with:

Accepted Answer

Most children with ASD avoid facial expressions, eye contact, and nonverbal communication.

Question 5

The use of 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate mouth rinse is commonly prescribed for clients with disabilities to help control oral biofilm and gingivitis. It can be administered via an oral irrigator, a spray, or a swab.

Accepted Answer

The use of 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate mouth rinse is commonly prescribed for clients with disabilities to help control oral biofilm and gingivitis. It can be administered via an oral irrigator, a spray, or a swab.

Question 6

_____ is considered an atypical form of autism in which some but not all classic signs are observed, therefore not meeting the criteria for a specific diagnosis; characterized by varying degrees of impairment in communication skills and social interactions, sensitivities to sights and sounds, and restricted, repetitive, and stereotyped patterns of behavior

Accepted Answer

Pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified is considered an atypical form of autism in which some but not all classic signs are observed, therefore not meeting the criteria for a specific diagnosis; characterized by varying degrees of impairment in communication skills and social interactions, sensitivities to sights and sounds, and restricted, repetitive, and stereotyped patterns of behavior

Question 7

Effective communication leads to a trusting relationship, which in turn allows the oral healthcare experience to be successful for both client and clinician. Frequently caregivers are able to suggest behavioral guidance to achieve a pleasant dental experience.

Accepted Answer

Effective communication leads to a trusting relationship, which in turn allows the oral healthcare experience to be successful for both client and clinician. Frequently caregivers are able to suggest behavioral guidance to achieve a pleasant dental experience.

Question 8

When developing oral hygiene skills in a client with ID, teach based on the client's chronologic age, not mental age.

Accepted Answer

When developing oral hygiene skills in a client with ID, teach based on the client's mental age not chronological age.

Question 9

Caregivers are encouraged to be present during treatment for clients with autism spectrum disorders, because a familiar face may be necessary and particularly if immobilization is needed for behavior control.

Accepted Answer

Caregivers are encouraged to be present during treatment for clients with autism spectrum disorders because a familiar face may be necessary and particularly if immobilization is needed for behavior control.

Question 10

When formulating a care plan for clients with profound ID, the dental hygienist must educate the caregiver about the daily oral care regime and his or her own oral self-care, because a caregiver is usually responsible for the client's daily general and oral care.

Accepted Answer

When formulating a care plan for clients with profound ID, the dental hygienist must educate the caregiver about the daily oral care regime and his or her own oral self-care, because a caregiver is usually responsible for the client's daily general and oral care.

Quiz 51: Cognitively and Developmentally Challenged Persons

When selecting a toothbrush for clients with disabilities the dental hygienist must take into account all of the following except:

Clients with Down syndrome are given the same treatment options as other clients. Treatment objectives must be limited simply because the client has Down syndrome.

A severe gag reflex may be managed by eliminating the use of toothpaste to reduce gagging and provide better vision for the caregiver. Water, an ADA-accepted antimicrobial mouth rinse, or an ingestible or low-foaming dentifrice can be used in place of toothpaste.

Most children with ASD avoid communicating with:

The use of 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate mouth rinse is commonly prescribed for clients with disabilities to help control oral biofilm and gingivitis. It can be administered via an oral irrigator, a spray, or a swab.

Effective communication leads to a trusting relationship, which in turn allows the oral healthcare experience to be successful for both client and clinician. Frequently caregivers are able to suggest behavioral guidance to achieve a pleasant dental experience.

When developing oral hygiene skills in a client with ID, teach based on the client's chronologic age, not mental age.

Caregivers are encouraged to be present during treatment for clients with autism spectrum disorders, because a familiar face may be necessary and particularly if immobilization is needed for behavior control.

When formulating a care plan for clients with profound ID, the dental hygienist must educate the caregiver about the daily oral care regime and his or her own oral self-care, because a caregiver is usually responsible for the client's daily general and oral care.