Which of the following drugs can cause constipation?

a. calcium channel blockers
b. anticholinergics
c. narcotics
d. all of the above

d. Several substances associated with the risk of constipation include narcotics (opiates), anticholinergics, calcium channel blockers (especially verapamil), aluminum-containing antacids, and iron products.

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Information provided by the patient to the healthcare provider should be documented with:

A. ICD-9-CM codes. B. physician clinical terms. C. the patient's own words. D. formal nomenclature.

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Which of the following statements regarding radiographic detection of caries is FALSE?

a. Radiographs aid significantly in the detection of proximal decay. b. Bitewing radiographs are the radiographs of choice for the evaluation of caries. c. Incorrect vertical angulation overlaps the contacts between teeth to render the radiograph useless for caries detection. d. Radiographs have limited usefulness in detection of early occlusal caries.

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