The Most Effective and Safe Way to Maintain Denture Hygiene

question 23

Multiple Choice

The most effective and safe way to maintain denture hygiene for a physically capable person is:

• A) mechanically with a soft bristled brush and mild liquid soap and water.
• B) mechanically with a soft bristled brush and toothpaste.
• C) overnight soaking in a weak sodium hypochlorite solution.
• D) immersion in a chemical cleanser.

Describe the importance of drug knowledge prior to administration, including reference utilization.

Classify drug reactions and side effects.

Recognize the potential for drug-herbal interactions and their impact on medication effectiveness.

Identify populations at risk when prescribing teratogenic drugs.

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Definitions:

Target Cells

Specific cells affected by hormones or drugs due to the presence of particular receptors to which these substances bind.

Microbial Growth

The increase in number of microorganisms in a population due to reproduction, typically measured by colony forming units in microbiology.

Sebum

An oily substance secreted by sebaceous glands in the skin, responsible for lubricating and waterproofing the skin and hair.

Histamine

Amine released by mast cells and basophils that promotes inflammation.