Macroglossia - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Chapter 1: Introduction to Medical Terminology Multiple Choice Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question. ____ 1. Which of the following is a word root? a. hepat/o b. -itis c. gastr/o d. cardi e. peri- ____ 2. In macroglossia (large tongue), macro- is a: a. consonant. b. suffix. c. word root. d. prefix. e. combining form. ____ 3. Which of the following is an example of a combining vowel linking one root to another root? a. gastr/itis b. gastr/...

Can microglossia or macroglossia be acquired later in life and is not just solely developmental/ congenital? Macroglossia Examples of acquired include: edentulism amyloidosis Myxedema--> hypothyroidism Acromegaly Congenital etiology: Vascular malformation Muscular hypertrophy What is abnormal attachment (usually short, thick lingual frenum) of lingual frenum limiting tongue mobility? Ankyloglossia What is fissured tongue associated with? Geographic tongue What syndrome i...

List 4 critical life functions - correct answers Ventilation Oxygenation Circulation Perfusion What life function is first priority? - correct answers Ventilation What assessments would determine how well a patient is ventilating? - correct answers -RR -Vt -Chest Movement -Breath Sounds -PaCo2 -EtCO2 How would the therapist determine if a patient has a problem with oxygenation? - correct answers -HR -Color -Sensorium -PaO2/SpO2 What information would help the therapist de...

Prognathism and macroglossia A middle-aged man presents with a complaint of “my head is expanding,” stating that it seems like his hat does not fit him anymore. Which of the following signs suggest a condition of excess growth hormone? AExophthalmos and thin, brittle skin BFacial rounding and erythema CHyperpigmentation and orthostatic hypotension DPrognathism and macroglossia Enlarged renal pelvis and proximal ureter A 31-year-old man presents with 10/10 flank pain that radiates to...

Induced Gingival Diseases Modified by Medications. D. Plaque-Induced Gingival Diseases Modified by Systemic Factors. → ::- D. Plaque-Induced Gingival Diseases Modified by Systemic Factors. A patient presents with a short, thick lingual frenum that results in limited tongue movement affecting speech. Which is the most likely diagnosis of this condition? A. Hemifacial hyperplasia. B. Macroglossia. C. Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome. D. Ankyloglossia. → ::- D. Ankyloglossia. 1 | P a g ...

NDEB Canadian Exam Questions and Answers All Correct Vit B2 deficiency usually arises in patients - Answer- - who are elderly - w/ acute infection - consuming high protein or fat diet - taking systemic abx between age of 6-12, length of mandibular arch from permanent left M1 to right M1 will normally...(increase or decrease?) - Answer- decreases with eruption of premolars differential dx for gingival enlargement should include - Answer- monocytic leukemia which brain struture may...

The dose given to the whole brain for ALL patients is: A. 3000 cGy B. 1200 cGy C. 500 cGy D. 4500 cGy - Answer-B. 1200 cGy The staging system for leukemia is: A. AJCC B. Duke's C. Ann Arbor D. French-American-British - Answer-D. French-American-British Congenital anomalies associated with Wilm's tumors are: 1. Anirdia 2. Beckwith-Weidemann syndrome 3. Leukocoria 4. GU malformations A. 1 & 2 B. 1 & 3 C. 2 & 4 D. 1, 2, & 4 - Answer-D. 1, 2, & 4 _____ is the ...

intercellular ground substance is composed of - correct answer protein carbohydrate complexes What RNA virus is associated with the common cold? - correct answer Rhinovirus Which generalization is correct about proximal contact areas? - correct answer Anterior teeth have contact areas that are generally centered faciolingually Slightly damaged tissues completely returns to its normal structure and function in which healing process? - correct answer Regeneration Pain sensation...

A 43-year-old male is being evaluated for a persistent headache that responds poorly to over-the-counter medications. He is also concerned about the fat on his face. He noted his face became more rotund about a year ago despite eating a healthy diet and exercising several times a week. On physical examination, vital signs are normal. The examination reveals enlarged and swollen hands and feet, macroglossia, a wide nose, and wide-spaced teeth. Which of the following is the best initial step to sc...

OB/GYN ARDMS Exam Questions and Verified Answers (2023/ 2024 Update) Q: Which of the following is least likely to be true regarding cystic teratomas? a. 80% unilateral b. common in women over 40 c. they are aka dermoid cysts d. common in younger women Answer: b. common in women over 40 Q: A low lying placenta is defined as _____ from interal os Answer: placental edge <2cm from internal os Q: Which of the following is true regarding cystic hygroma? a. it is ...