Inflammation of the supporting tissues of the teeth that begins with _________ can progress into the connective tissue and alveolar bone that supports the teeth and becomes _________

gingivitis, gangrene.
gingivitis, glossitis.
gingivitis, periodontitis.
periodontitis, gingivitis.

gingivitis, periodontitis.

Rationale: gingivitis, periodontitis

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Select the correct code for each of the diagnoses: A) I01.8, I09.89 B) I51.89. C) I01.0, I09.2. D) I01.0, I09.0.

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Asking the caregiver of a physically or mentally disabled patient to stay in the operatory can create the following situation:

create distress for the patient create a distraction for the operator lending a hand by keeping the patient entertained calm and reassure the patient

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