ECPI: NUR 164: CH. 31: Hygiene (39 Terms in this set) Latest Update.

ECPI: NUR 164: CH. 31:
Hygiene
39 Terms in this set

, ECPI: NUR 164


ECPI: NUR 164: CH. 31: Hygiene (39 Terms in this set)
Latest Update.
Caries: - ✔✔✔cavities of the teeth



Cerumen: - ✔✔✔wax in the external ear canals, consisting of a heavy oil and brown
pigment



Cheilosis: - ✔✔✔ulceration of the lips



Glossitis: - ✔✔✔inflammation of the tongue



Halitosis: - ✔✔✔offensive breath



Pediculosis: - ✔✔✔infestation with lice



Periodontitis: - ✔✔✔marked inflammation of the gums that also involves degeneration
of the dental periosteum (tissues) and bone



Stomatitis: - ✔✔✔inflammation of the oral mucosa



Tartar: - ✔✔✔hard deposit on the teeth near the gum line formed by plaque buildup
and dead bacteria



Plaque: - ✔✔✔invisible, destructive, bacterial film that builds up on teeth and eventually
leads to the destruction of tooth enamel

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