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Oral Health in Pregnant Patients

Question 1:

Approximately what percentage of women in the United States do not seek dental care during pregnancy?

A) 5%

B) 25%

C) 56%

D) 70%

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Question 2:

Which is a common change during pregnancy that impacts oral health?

A) Reduced saliva production

B) Reduced oral bacterial growth

C) Increased saliva acidity

D) Both A & C

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Question 3:

Approximately what percentage of obstetrician report not performing oral health screenings on their patients?

A) 30%

B) 50%

C) 60%

D) 80%

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Question 4:

Around 94% of obstetricians report not referring their pregnant patients to a dentist routinely.

A) True

B) False

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Question 5:

What is the correct recommendation for how often pregnant patients should brush their teeth and floss?

A) Brush and floss at least once a day

B) Brush and floss at least twice a day

C) Brush at least twice a day and floss every other day

D) Brush at least twice a day and floss at least once a day

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Question 6:

Which condition do calcium supplements help reduce the risk of?

A) Gingivitis

B) Pre-eclampsia

C) Gestational diabetes

D) Pregnancy granulomas

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Question 7:

Which vitamin deficiency can reduce saliva production?

A) Iron

B) Vitamin D

C) Vitamin C

D) Folic acid

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Question 8:

Foods that promote tooth decay are also called cariogenic foods.

A) True

B) False

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Question 9:

Which is the correct dietary recommendation for patients who are pregnant?

A) Saccharin is okay to consume during pregnancy

B) Foods containing natural sugars are okay to consume

C) All artificial sweeteners are okay to consume

D) Snacking between meals is recommended

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Question 10:

What steps can be taken to manage nausea to protect the oral health in pregnant patients?

A) Increasing fatty food intake

B) Taking vitamin B6 supplements

C) Brushing teeth immediately after vomiting

D) Eating spicy foods

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Question 11:

Dental exams and checkups are generally considered safe during pregnancy.

A) True

B) False

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Question 12:

Dental X-rays are considered safe during pregnancy if:

A) Abdominal shielding is applied

B) Chest shielding is applied

C) Thyroid shielding is applied

D) A & C

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Question 13:

Which pregnancy medication categories are generally considered safe to take?

A) Category A and B

B) Category C and D

C) Category X

D) All of the above

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Question 14:

Which antibiotic is considered safe to take during pregnancy?

A) Ciprofloxacin

B) Amoxicillin

C) Doxycycline

D) Streptomycin

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Question 15:

Which pain medication is considered safe to take during pregnancy?

A) Ibuprofen

B) Acetaminophen

C) Aspirin

D) No pain medications are considered safe to take during pregnancy

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Question 16:

According to Yenen & Ataçağ (2019), almost any type of effective dental treatment should be avoided during the:

A) First trimester

B) Second trimester

C) Third trimester

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Question 17:

Which treatments should patients who are pregnant avoid?

A) Fluoride

B) Dental X-rays

C) Routine cleanings

D) Nitrous oxide

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Question 18:

Poor oral health makes pregnant patients more susceptible to conditions like:

A) Premature delivery

B) Low birth weight

C) Pre-eclampsia

D) All of the above

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Question 19:

Gingivitis occurs in what percentage of pregnant patients?

A) 30-45%

B) 40-55%

C) 50-65%

D) 60-75%

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Question 20:

Gingivitis peaks around which trimester of pregnancy?

A) First trimester

B) Second trimester

C) Third trimester

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