The periodontal probe is slightly angled when measuring the probing depth on interproximal surfaces of posterior teeth because of the
A) deeper pockets.
B) wider root surface.
C) col.
D) bone.
C
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Your patient is a 75-year-old female who is complaining of generalized weakness and loss of appetite. Your physical exam reveals no remarkable findings, and the patient has no significant past medical history. You reassure the patient that these are common complaints among people in her age group. Which of the following should you do next?
A) Advise the patient to make an appointment with her doctor if a good night's sleep does not make her feel better. B) Transport the patient for evaluation of a potentially serious medical problem. C) Call a family member to come and stay with the patient. D) Reassure the patient that there is nothing to worry about; these things happen as you get older.
Why is a small pneumothorax in the chest of a supine, mechanically ventilated patient sometimes difficult to detect via chest radiography?
A. because most of the pulmonary perfusion accumulates in the bases B. because the patient generally cannot take a deep breath in the supine position C. because the air often accumulates over the anterior surface of the chest D. because the air tends to collect in the apices of the lungs
Although an excellent book for first responders, the ERG does have limitations for the more advanced responder, who requires ____.
A. more specific chemical information B. placard information C. ADR/RID marking system information D. response guides
A patient is morbidly obese. Which of the following needles would be best to give an IM injection in the deltoid?
a. 25 gauge 5/8 inch b. 27 gauge 1/2 inch c. 21 gauge needle 1 1/2 inches d. 16 gauge needle 3 inch