If the Patient Has a Shallow Palate, a Lack of Parallelism

question 17

Multiple Choice

If the patient has a shallow palate, a lack of parallelism of greater than ____ degrees requires a modification in technique.

• A) 10
• B) 20
• C) 30
• D) 45

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Definitions:

Mineralocorticoids

A class of corticosteroids, hormones that are involved in the regulation of electrolyte and water balance, primarily by the kidneys.

PTH

Parathyroid hormone, a hormone secreted by the parathyroid glands that regulates serum calcium and phosphate levels.

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that helps regulate blood glucose levels by facilitating the uptake of glucose by cells.

Adrenal Cortex

The outer portion of the adrenal gland that produces steroid hormones including cortisol and aldosterone.