Dental Hygiene OSCE Exam Questions And Answers

Dental Hygiene OSCE Exam Questions And Answers Normal Blood Pressure - ANS less than 120/80 Elevated Blood Pressure - ANS 120-129/<80 Stage 1 Hypertension - ANS 130-139/80-89 Stage 11 Hypertension - ANS 140+/90+ Hypertensive Crisis - ANS 180+/120+ Normal HbA1c - ANS Lower than 5.7% (4%-5.6%) Hyperglycemia - ANS Blood sugar higher than 130 mg/dl fasting or higher than 180 mg/dl after a meal. Hypoglycemia - ANS Blood sugar lower than 70 mg/dl What is insulin shock? - ANS Extreme hypoglycemia What appointment modification can be made for diabetics? - ANS Schedule AM appointments after the patient has had a meal. What are signs of hypoglycemia? - ANS Mild-moderate: dizziness, moodiness, headaches, hunger, shakiness, sweating, confusion, rapid heartbeat. Extreme: fainting, unconsciousness, seizures, coma. Caused by skipping meals, use of insulin or diabetes medication, unusual physical activity, or excessive alcohol consumption. Management of hypoglycemia - ANS Glucose tablet, juice, candy or food with sugar. What are signs of hyperglycemia? - ANS Nausea, confusion, thirst, shortness of breath, fruity (ketone) breath, fatigue, frequent urination. Management of hyperglycemia - ANS Remind patient to take medication