A new patient comes to your dental office. Significant findings from the patient assessment include a history of poorly controlled diabetes and chronic periodontitis. The patient explains that he gets very nervous before an appointment with a physician. The patient states that: “I always get this long lecture about my poorly controlled diabetes. So, I go a long time in between visits and sometimes run out of diabetes medication.” Regarding his periodontal health status, the patient says: “I am so concerned about my teeth; I really want to have a healthy mouth. I have not had regular dental care in the past, but now I have dental insurance. I am really ready to do whatever I need to do to have a healthy mouth.” What helpful information can the hygienist give to this patient who seems ready to take action to improve his oral health?

Which of the following systemic conditions may be impacted by periodontal disease?

There is a need for standardization of products in both the surveillance and access control areas. True or false?            

A chain length fence should be at least 8 feet tall, begin no more than 2 inches from the ground, and be augmented by a top guard. True or false?       

The first line of defense in physical security is generally a ____________. 

While at the hospital the patient undergoes two x-rays (see below).  What is the most likely primary pathoanatomic diagnosis?        

“This rock is 7 million years old” is this type of dating _______

The “water” hemisphere is the _______ hemisphere.

In which of the following locations can a modern ice sheet be found?

Ephemeral streams ______________.