Probing depth is the measurement of the distance from the ________ to the most apical extent of the periodontal probe
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
free gingival margin
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When assessing a patient who has been exposed to a poisonous substance, it is essential to recognize:
A) vomiting indicates that the poison has not yet been absorbed into the body. B) the signs and symptoms of toxic exposure will vary depending on the specific poison. C) the route of entry into the body will determine the signs and symptoms. D) absorption into the body has not occurred if the signs of illness are not apparent within 15 minutes.
You are seeing a 69-year-old female patient complaining of fatigue and nausea. She has a history of heart failure and two previous myocardial infarctions. She reports having blurred vision with halos around objects. Her blood pressure is 144/88 mmHg, her pulse is 110 and irregular, and her ventilations are 16. What should you suspect is causing her symptoms?
A) Impaired cerebral perfusion secondary to heart failure B) Acute closed-angle glaucoma C) Toxic blood levels of digoxin D) Cerebral embolus secondary to atrial fibrillation
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. The cause of diabetes mellitus was discovered in the 1980s. 2. Insulin is an ineffective treatment for type II diabetes. 3. A risk factor for gestational diabetes is the previous birth of a very large infant. 4. A diabetic coma can result from hypoglycemia.
Electrical analyzers operate by using which of the following?
a. Clark electrodes c. Thermal conductiv-ity b. Pauling's principle d. Oxygen-mediated chemical reaction