Which of the following is an example of neuropathic pain?

a. dentinal hypersensitivity
b. tooth extraction
c. trigeminal neuralgia
d. postperiodontal surgery


c. Examples of neuropathic pain include orofacial neuralgias such as trigeminal neuralgia or tic douloureux, postherpetic neuralgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, and oral dysesthesia (burning mouth).

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Which abnormal atrial mechanism is associated with anxiety, excessive ingestion of caffeine or alcohol and early stages of menopause?

A. atrial fibrillation B. atrial flutter C. atrial bigeminy D. atrial tachycardia

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Patients who have had a lumbar puncture should be informed to report immediately any:

A) paralysis. B) severe headaches. C) tingling or numbness. D) all of the above.

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Which of the following is the least commonly found type of postoperative atelectasis?

a. Primary lobule b. Lung segment c. Lung lobe d. Entire lung

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Which statement best reflects the difference between the occupational profile and the analysis of occupational performance?

A. The occupational profile is always first and is written on the referral form. B. The analysis of occupational performance is a standardized manner of determin-ing the intervention plan and is used with all clients. C. The analysis of occupational performance guides the occupational profile. D. The occupational profile guides the analysis of occupational performance.

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