EFDA Patient Assessment & Care Planning 2

Question 1

During medical history review, a patient reports taking warfarin. What is the primary concern for dental treatment?

Accepted Answer

Prolonged bleeding time

Answer

Warfarin is an anticoagulant that prolongs bleeding time, requiring coordination with the patient's physician before invasive procedures.

Question 2

When assessing a patient's blood pressure, the reading is 142/91 mmHg. How should this be classified according to AHA guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Stage 1 hypertension

Answer

A reading of 130-139/80-89 mmHg is Stage 1 hypertension; 142/91 falls within Stage 2 (≥140/≥90) per AHA guidelines.

Question 3

Which component of the extraoral examination involves palpating the lymph nodes of the neck?

Accepted Answer

Cervical lymph node palpation

Answer

Cervical lymph node palpation is performed during the extraoral exam to detect enlargement that may indicate infection or malignancy.

Question 4

A patient presents with a chief complaint of sensitivity to cold that lingers for 30 seconds. Which pulpal diagnosis is most consistent with this finding?

Accepted Answer

Irreversible pulpitis

Answer

Lingering pain after cold stimulation lasting more than a few seconds indicates irreversible pulpitis, suggesting the pulp cannot heal.

Question 5

What does the ASA Physical Status Classification System assess?

Accepted Answer

Patient's overall medical risk for dental treatment

Answer

The ASA classification (I–VI) categorizes a patient's systemic health status to guide risk assessment before procedures.

(EFDA) Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Practice Test

(EFDA) Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Practice Test

EFDA Patient Assessment & Care Planning 2