All of the Following Are Direct Causes of Extensive Plaque

question 19

Multiple Choice

All of the following are direct causes of extensive plaque biofilm and food debris in clients with common neurologic deficits except which one?

• A) Lack of self-cleaning mechanisms of tongue, cheek, and lips
• B) No sensation of debris in vestibule
• C) Consumption of retentive foods
• D) Xerostomia from medications
• E) Fatigue hindering frequent toothbrushing

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Definitions:

Economic Profit

The difference between total revenue and total costs, including both explicit and implicit costs like opportunity costs.

ATC

Stands for Average Total Cost, which is the total cost of production divided by the quantity of output produced.

AVC

Average Variable Cost, the variable cost per unit of output.

MC

Marginal Cost, the increase in cost that arises from producing one additional unit of a good or service.