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Used to treat oral lesions associated with inflammatory diseases
Adrenocorticosteriods
Corticosteriod Drugs:

1.
2.
3.
4.
1. Hydrocortisone
2. Methylprednisolone (Medrol)
3. Prednisone
4. Kenalog in Orabase
Conditions where Corticosteriods are used:

Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease
Reheumatoid Arthritis
Phemphigus Vulgaris
Psoriasis
Systemic Lupus Erythematis
Chrone's Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Organ Transplant
Asthma
Skin Conditions

IBD & Ulcerative Colitis = _____
Gastrointestinal
Pharmacological Effects of Corticosteroids:

* ________ action
* ________ of Allergic Reaction
* ________ of Immune System
* Antiinflammatory
* Suppression
* Suppression
Adverse Reactions to Corticosteroids:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
1. Metabolic
2. Infections
3. Behavioral
4. Peptic Ulcer
5. Impaired Wound Healing
Adverse Reactions to Corticosteroids:
- _______- moon face, buffalo hump, obesity, muscle wasting.

- _______- Decrease resistance to infection
Metabolic, Infections
Adverse Reactions to Corticosteroids:

-_______- Changes in personality (euphoria, agitation, psychosis, depression)

-_______- Stimulate production of stomach acid (Healing is impaired and ulcer may perforate)
Behavorial-CNS; Peptic Ulcer
Adverse Reactions to Corticosteroids:

-________- Alveolar bone- tooth loss-general fractures (not related to trauma)
Impaired wound healing & osteoporosis
Adverse reactions to Adrenocorticosteriods:

1.
2.
3.
1. Gastrointestinal
2. Blood Pressure
3 Periodontal Disease
Adverse reactions to Adrenocorticosteriods:

-_________- Adrenocorticosteriods stimulate acid secretion

-_________- Exacerbates hypertension

-_________- By producing osteoporosis and lowering healing
Gastrointestinal, Blood Pressure, Periodontal Disease
Adrenal Crisis of Corticosteroids:

With prolonged use, adrenal suppression can occur.

During a stressful situation, the adrenal gland can not secrete Corticosteroids.

Sign of Adrenal Crisis:

_________,_________,_________, _________
Weakness, Syncope, Cardiovascular Collapse, Death
Dental Effects of Adrenocorticosteriod Use:

-Mucosal surfaces heal more slowly
-Prone to infection
-Gingival tissue is friable
-If using a steroid inhaler for Asthma, _______ may develop.
Candidiasis
Dental Use of Adrenocorticosteriods:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
1. Oral Lesions
2. Aphthous Ulcers
3. TMJ
4. Oral Surgery
5. Pulp Capping, Pulpotomy
Dental Use of Adrenocorticosteriods:

_____- to treat non-infectious inflammatory disease (Pemphigus, Desquamative Gingivitis, Lichen Planus, Canker sores, Pemphigoid)

________- Kenalog in Orabase
Oral Lesions; Aphthous Ulcers
Dental Use of Adrenocorticosteriods:

______- Injection

______- reduce postoperative edema, pain

______- Deciduous teeth, decay pulp
TMJ; Oral surgery; Pulp capping-Pulpotomy
Rule of Twos: Adrenocorticosteriods:

-Conservative Approach
* if the patient has:
Taken _____mg of Cortisone
For ____ weeks
Within ____ years

For stressful dental procedures, double the dose of Cortisone
20mg; 2; 2
Antineoplastic Cancer Drug Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy Drugs Not only for Cancer Treatment:

-Psoriasis
-Inflammation
-Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Systemic Lupus
-Pemphigus Vulgaris
-Transplant
-_________ Conditions
Autoimmune
What Makes A Cell Cancerous?:

Normal cells have a ______ that makes them stop growing.

When a cell becomes cancerous, the _____ does not work, they continue to grow.
Trigger, Trigger
Antineoplastic Cancer Drugs: Who is at risk?:

______ & ______ have a tendency to produce cancerous changes.

Patients with a history of ______ cancer have a greater incidence of liver cancer.

_______ ________
Papilloma & Herpesviruses; Liver; Environmental Exposure
Antineoplastic: Mechanism of Action of Chemotherapy:

_____ _____ _____ of the rapidly growing malignant cell.

_____ _____ _____ the rapid growing cell.

_____ _____ ______ ______ of rapidly growing cells.

These cancer agents are often used in combination with radiation treatment
Suppress the growth, Attempt to destroy, Attempt to prevent spread
Cancers moderately sensitive to chemotherapy:

-Head & Neck Squamous Cell
-Neuroblastoma
-Bladder
-
-
-
-Chornic Lymphocytic leukemia
-Kaposi's Sarcoma
Cervical; Ovarian, Prostate
Not Very Sensitive to Chemotherapy:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
1. Liver
2. Lung
3. Melanoma
4. Pancreatic
5. Renal
Adverse effect of chemotherapy:

The Antineoplastic drug is not selective between tumor tissue and normal tissue..

Cells of the gastrointestinal tract, bone marrow and hair follicles are fast growing cells.

Early side effects of chemotherapy are associated with these cells ( ______, ______, _____, ______ )
Nausea, Vomiting, Hair Loss, Bone Marrow Suppression
Antineoplastic Adverse Drug Effects:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9
1. Bone Marrow Suppression
2. Gastrointestinal
3. Dermatological
4. Alopecia
5. Hepatotoxicity
6. Neurologic
7. Nephrotoxicity
8. Immunosuppression
9. Germ Cells
Antineoplastic Adverse Drug Effects:

Liver-________
Peripheral Neuropathy-________
Kidney-_________
Hepatotoxicity; Neurologic; Nephrotocicity
Antineoplastic Adverse Drug Effects:

Susceptible to infection- ______
Inhibition of spermatogenesis- ________
Immunosuppression; Germ Cells
Antineoplastic Adverse Drug Effects:

_____ ______ ______- Leukopenia, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, anemia.

_______- Nausea, Stomatitis, Oral Ulcerations, Vomiting, hemorrhagic diarrhea.

_______- Erythema, maculopapular erruptions, exfolative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.

_______- Hair Loss
Bone Marrow Suppression; Gastrointestinal; Dermatological; Alopecia
Antineoplastic Adverse Oral Effects:

Discomfort
Sensitivity of teeth and gums
Mucosal pain
Mucosal ulceration
Gingival hemorrhage
Dryness
Impaired taste
Infection of oral mucosa
_____ on hard palate
Caries

Do not use mouthwash containing ______.
Petechiae; Alcohol
Antineoplastic: Bisphosphonates Prescription Calcium:

IV Bisphosphonates have been associate with _____ _____.

pamidronate (Aredia)
clodronate (Bonefos)
zolendronix acid (Zometa)

Oral Bisphosphonates use of 3 years or longer, is now being linked to ______ ______ and bone break down.

tiludronate (Skelid)
alendronate (Fosamax)
risedronate (Actonel)
etidronate (Didronel)
ibandronate (Boniva)
Jaw Necrosis; Periodontal Disease
Antineoplastic: Mechanism of Action of Bisphosphonates:

Bisphosphonates bind to ______ in bone mineral.

Bone " _____" is suppressed and the bone is unable to remodel

If aggressive dental treatment is performed: extraction, denture sores, implants; possibly curettage.

The bone cannot heal= a hole
calcium; turnover
Antineoplastic: Management of patients taking oral Bisphosphonates:

Ask what Bisphosphonate the patient is taking- make sure it is _________, OTC calcium is not a problem.

How long have they taken the oral Bisphosphonate?

If the patient has been taking bisphosphonates 3 years or longer, a ______ ______ must be performed to evaluate bone turnover.

No aggressive procedure should be performed unless the turnover is occurring.

Monitor tissue and pocketing for signs of ______ ______.
Prescription; Blood Test; Periodontal Breakdown.
Antineoplastic: Management of patients taking IV Bisphosphonate:

1. Ask the patient the name of the bisphosphonate?

2. What cancer is being treated?

3. No aggressive treatment may be initiated by the general dental office.

4. Maintain _____ ______ ______

5. Start treatment within _____ Months.

Osteonecrosis present: Antibiotic, Chlorhexidine
Good Oral Hygiene; 3
Antineoplastic: Bisphosphonate tablets: Fosamax, Boniva:

After _____ years use of Bisphosphonate tablets, the patient may be susceptible to _______, _____ ______, _______ _______.
Osteonecrosis, bone loss, periodontal disease.
Antineoplastic: Oral Care for Patients before Chemotherapy:

1. _______ and/or _______ infection
2. _______ periodontal disease
3. Provide oral hygiene _______
Eliminate and/or manage; Control; Instruction
Antineoplastic: Oral Care For Patients during Chemotherapy:

1. Schedule appointment just before next ________.

2. Consult with the oncologist before any procedure.

3. Document ______ Count
> 1000 mm

4. Give endocarditis antibiotic prophylaxis

5. Good Oral Hygiene
Chemotherapy; Neurtophil
Antineoplastic: Management of Dental Patient Taking Antineoplastic Drugs:

1. Maximize oral hygiene before chemotherapy

2. Hygiene instructions to match patients symptoms

3. What for symptoms of infection

4. Check the neutrophil count before treatment > 1000 mm

5. Check _______ for adequate clotting

6. Rinse with soda/saline or chlorhexidine.
Thrombocytes
Respiratory Drugs:

Asthma:
Precipitated by: allergens, pollution, exercise, stress, upper respiratory infection.

Signs: Shortness of breath and wheezing

Characteristics:
________ airway obstruction
______: inflammation resulting in increased secretions in the lungs.
Swelling in the bronchiloles
Reversible, Later
Respiratory Drugs: Chronic Pulmonary Disease:

Characteristics: _____ airway obstruction

Chronic Bronchitis: Chronic Inflammation of the airways
-Excessive sputum

Emphysema: ______ destruction with airspace enlargement and collapse.
Irreversible; Alveolar
Respiratory Drugs: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease:

Characteristics of Medication:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
1. Anticholinergics
2. Beta-Adrenergic agonists
3. Antihistamines
4. Expectorants
5. Antitussives
Respiratory Drugs: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease:

1. Anticholinergics- ________
2. Beta-Adrenergic agonists- _______
3. Antihistamines- ________
4. Expectorants- ______
5. Antitussives- _________
Bronchodilation; Bronchodilation; Reduce secretion; Thin Sputum; Control Cough
Respiratory Drugs: Review of Parasympathetic Autonomics:
" _______"

Cholinergics

Drugs- ______, ________
Heart- Slow Down
Vessels -Vasodilate
Respiratory- may precipitate bronchospasms or asthmatic attack.
Dental- Used in treatment of ________.
Vegetative; Pilocarpine, Physotigmine; Xerostomia
Respiratory Drugs: Review of Parasympathetics:

Anticholinergics:

Drugs: _______- produce dry mouth
_______- Motion Sickness
_______- Psychoses (Produce Parkinson-like side effects)

_______- reduce the flow and volume of secretion

_______ _______- relax smooth muscle in the respiratory and gastrointestinal tract.
-Bronchodilation
Atropine, Scopolamine, Phenothiazines; Glands; Smooth muscle
Respiratory Drugs: Review of Sympathetics:
" ______ or ______"

Neurotransmitter: Norepinephrine
Epinephrine (from Medulla)

Beta 1 Receptors- _________
Beta 2 Receptors- _________- Vasodilation

Adrenergics- Used in Anaphylaxis, Asthma, added to local anesthetic
"Fright or Flight"; Heart; Lungs
Respiratory Drugs: Review of Sympathetics:

"Amphetamine like" effects: CNS excitation & alertness

Heart- Generally _____ force and strength of contraction
Vessels- ______ blood vessels
Blood Pressure-_______
Salivary Glands- _______ & _______ stimulation
Respiratory-________
Increase; Constrict; Increase; Submaxillary & Sublingual; Bronchodilation
Drugs used to treat Respiratory Disease:

1. Anticholinergics

Drugs: _______ (old fashioned)
Ipratropium- Atrovent
Atropine
Drugs used to treat Respiratory Disease:

2. Sympathetics (Adrenergic Agonists)

They produce _________ by stimulation of the B-2 Receptors

-Epinephrine (alpha & Beta- Agonist)
-Isoproternol (nonspecific Beta-Agonist)
Bronchodilation
Respiratory Drugs: Inhalers-Sympathomimetics:

-Delivers medication directly into the bronchioles
-Accurately measured
-Onset of action is rapid and predictable

Epinephrine- (alpha & beta agonist) Primatene

Albuterol (Beta- 2 Agonist) _______
Proventil
Respiratory Drugs: Inhalers- Aerosolized Corticosterioid:

Especially good for reducing inflammation, secretions and swelling within the lungs after an asthmatic attack.

Drug: ______

________ can result from chronic use.

Advise the patient to rinse their mouth and gargle with water after use.
Flovent; Candidiasis
Patients prone to developing respiratory failure, if given Oxygen or Nitrous Oxide or CNS depressants May manifest _____ ______ ______.
Acute Respiratory Failure
Respiratory Drugs:

______ should be avoided in patients with Asthma

Erythromycin may alter the metabolism of theophylline (xanthine)
Aspirin
Management of the Dental Patient with Asthma:

Avoid Aspirin, NASAIDS, strong Opiods- respiratory depression, release of histamine. (acetaminophen and weak opioids okay)

Watch sulfiting agent in local anesthesia with vasoconstrictor = _________

Avoid erythromycin with theophylline

Have patients inhaler available

Watch for oral candidiasis- inhaled steroid, rinse mouth

______ Stress

Use N2O With Caution
Bronchoconstriction; Reduce
Respiratory Drugs: Decongestants:

Nasal Decongestants:
Beta-Adrenergic Agonists- Constrict blood vessels of the nasal mucous membrane.

Entex LA
Tavist-D
Pseudophedrine- Sudafed

They should not be used for more than a few days as they may result in rebound _______ & ________
Swelling & Congestion
Respiratory Drugs: Expectorants:

Promote the removal of exudate or mucous from the respiratory passages.

Guaifenesin-Contained in _____ products such as Robitussin
OTC
Respiratory Drugs: Antitussives:

______ are the most common Antitussive.

Used for the relief of non productive cough.
Codeine-containing products cause release of histamines.

Dextromethorphan-Robitussin
Suppresses the cough reflex but does not cause release of ________
Opiods; Histamines
Respiratory Drugs: Xanthaines:

Drug: ________

Used as a bronchodilator
Used to treat _______ ______
Used to treat brochospasms associated with chronic broncitis and emphysema

Side effects: CNS stimulation, Increased gastric secretion

Erythromycin may increase the serum levels =_______
Theophylline; chronic asthma; Toxicity
Gastrointestinal Drugs: Ulcers

Occur in the _______ or ______ _______

Related to the Organism _____ _______

Not related to stomach acid

Treated with antibiotics and H2-Blockers
Stomach or Small Intestine; Helicobacter pylori
Gastrointestinal Drugs: Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD) "Heartburn"

Stomach contents and acid flow backward through the cardiac sphincter, up into the esophagus.

Irritation, inflammation and erosion of the esophagus can occur.

The pain may be severe and located in the _____ of the ______
Middle of the chest
Gastroesophageal Reflux:

Avoid eating for _____ house before bedtime.

Eat ____ meals frequently

Raise the head of the bed.

Treatment:
Decrease Stomach Acid
Constrict Cardiac Sphincter
4; Small
Drugs used to treat Gastrointestinal Diseases:

Histamine 2- Blocking Agents:
Block gastric acid secretion by inhibiting histamine.
Inhibit gastric acid secretion stimulated by food or caffeine.

Drugs:
Climetidline (Tagamet)
Famotidne (Pepcid)
Omeprazole (Prilosec)
Lansoprazole (Prevacid)

Use:
Treatment of ________
Management of the symptoms of _______
Gastroesophageal reflux.
Ulcers, Ulcers
Gastrointestinal Drugs: Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases: Histamine 2-Blockers:

Smoking ______ acid production and reduces the effect of H2-Blockers
Increases
Gastrointestinal Drugs: Drugs used to treat Gastrointestinal Diseases:

Antacids (Sodium Bicarbonate)
Neutralize hydrochloric acid in the stomach

Used to treat:
_______ _______
Symptoms of _______

Disadvantages:
Alkalosis can occur
Contains sodium= contraindicated with cardiovascular patients
Acute gastritis; Ulcers
Gastrointestinal Drugs: Drugs used to treat Gastrointestinal Diseases:

Antidiarrheals:
They are either ______ or ______-like in action

Drugs: Diphenoxylate with atropine (lomotil)

Decreases peristalsis by acting on the smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal tract
adsorbents or opioid-like
Gastrointestinal Drugs: Drugs used to treat Gastrointestinal Diseases:

Emetics: Used to treat persons who have ingested an overdose of drugs that could be harmful.

Antiemetics: Used to treat ______
(Motion sickness, pregnancy, drugs, infections, radiation therapy)

Drugs: Phenothiazines (Compazine)
Anticholinergics-Dramamine= Motion Sickness
-Have antihistamine effect=_______
Vomiting; Sedation
Gastrointestinal Drugs: Drugs used to treat Gastrointestinal Diseases:

Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Diseases:

______ ______- extends through all layers of the intestinal wall

______ _______- in the mucosa
Chrone's Disease; Ulcerative Colitis
Hormones: Thyroid Hormones:
Thyroid Hormones are synthesized from iodine & tyrosine.

They are stored until _____ stimulates their release.

The thyroid acts upon every tissue and organ in the body.

These hormones are important for ____, _____, _____ , _______
TSH; Energy, Metabolism, Growth, Development
Hormones: Iodine:

Must be present to create _____ _______

Marine life is the only common food that is naturally rich in iodine.

Our salt is iodized

Many countries do not have a source of iodine= _______
Thyroid Hormones; goiter
Hormones: Hypothyroidism:

________- hypofunction of the thyroid in children.

_________- hypofunction in adults.
Cretinism; Myxedema/ Hyperthyroidism
Hormones: Hypothyroidism:

Characteristics:

Mental & Physical retardation
Drowsy, weak, listless, expressionless, puffy face
Edematous tongue and lips
Delayed tooth eruption, malocclusion
Tendency to develop ______ _____
Teeth are poorly shaped and carious
Gingiva is inflamed or pale and enlarged
Periodontal disease
Hormones: Hypothyroidism:

Difficulty withstanding ______
Abnormally sensitive to CNS depressants (Opioids & Sedatives)

Difficult to motivate to good oral hygiene

Hypothyroid pregnant women tent to produce offspring with _____ teeth
Stress; large
Hormones: Hyperthyroidism: Types of Diseases:

1.
2
3.
1. Graves Disease
2. Plummer's Disease
3. Hashimoto's Disease
Hormones: Hyperthyroidism: Types of Diseases:

Diffuse Toxic Goiter-_____ _____
Toxic Nodular Goiter-______ _____
Chronic inflammation of the thyroid associated with an autoimmune response- _______ _______
Grave's Disease, Plummer's Disease, Hashimoto's Disease
Hormones: Hyperthyroidism:

Characteristics:
Excessive heat
Increased sympathetic activity
Increased nueromuscular activity
Increased sensitivity to pain- decreased tolerance to CNS depressants
Exophthalmos( _____ _____)
Anxiety
Accelerated tooth eruption
Marked loss of alveolar process
Diffuse demineralization of the mandible
Rapidly progression periodontal destrction
Protruding Eyes
Hormones: Hyperthyroidism:
They may require higher than usual doses of sedative, analgesics, and local anesthetic.

At the same time, anesthetic with epinephrine must be used in small doses or not at all due to " ______ ______"
Thyroid Storm
Hormones: Hyperthyroidism:

No treatment should be begun for any patient with a visible goiter, exophghalmos or a history of taking anti thyroid drugs until approval is obtained from the patient's ______
MD
Hormones: Hyperthyroidism:
Use the cardiac dose of epinephrine if epinephrine is needed.

Monitor Carefully

Keep stress to a minimum

Consider _________ __________
Preoperative Sedation
Hormones: Treatment Drugs:

Hypothyroidsim:
1.
2.
Hyperthyroid:
1.
2.
3.
4.

Propranolol is often given with these drugs.
1.Iodide
2.Levothyroxine (Synthroid)

1. Radioactive Iodine (Iodine-131)
2. Partial thyroidectomy
3. PTU
4. Tapazole
Hormones: Antithyroid Drug: PTU (Propylthiouracil) Side Effects:

-Fever
-Skin Rash
-Agranulocytosis leading to:
poor wound healing
oral ulcers
necrotic lesions
oral infections
-Paraesthesia of facial areas
Loss of ______
Taste
Pancreatic Hormones:

________
Diabetes
Pancreatic Hormones:
______-promotes fuel storage-Glucose taken out of the blood

_______- produces fuel mobilization-Glucose put into the blood
Insulin; Glucagon
Hormones: Diabetes Mellitus:

Manifested by abnormal carbohydrate metabolism

Resulting in ________

Type ______- Juvenile-Onset
Type ______- Maturity Onset
Hyperglycemia, I, II
Hormones: Type 1 Diabetes:

Less than _____ years old
Complete lack of insulin
Must be treated with insulin injections
30
Hormones: Type II Diabetes:

Develops in persons older than _____ years of age.

The insulin secreted does not reduce the glucose levels in the blood to normal levels.

Slower onset, less severe symptoms

Treated 1st with ______ & _____, then orally and then lastly with injections
40; Exercise & Diet
Hormones: Dental Complications of Diabetes:

Xerostomia- Related to fluid loss due to increased urination

______- in tongue and other oral structures due to neuropathy

Periodontal-
Mild gingivitis to painful periodontitis
Widened PDL
Multiple Abscesses
Exudate from pockets
Increased mobility
Pain
Hormones: Dental Complications of Diabetes:

Dental appointments should not interfere with meals and should involve minimal ______.

Oral surgery should be performed ____- ______ hours after eating and taking diabetic medication

After surgery, food should be consumed to prevent _______
Stress, 1.5-2, hypoglycemia
Hormones: Complications of Diabetes
-_____ wound healing
-tendency to develop infections
-cardiovascular problems
-______
-Neuropathy in the extremities
-Depressed immunity
-Slow Healing
Delayed, Blindness
Hormones: Questions to ask your dental patient with Diabetes:

1. When did you last test your blood sugar?

2. What numbers have you been getting for you ______ _____?

3. When did you last test?
Blood sugar
Diabetic Testing:

Fasting Plasma Glucose: Normal= Less than ______
Goal = _____-______
Take Action: Less than _____, Greater than ______.
115, 80-120, 80, 140
Diabetic Testing:

Glycosylated hemoglobin HbA1c:

Normal :Less Than _____
Goal: Greater Than _____
Taken Action: Greater Than ____
6,7,8
Hormones: Treatment of Hypoglycemic Emergency:

If conscious: Administer _____ _____, _____ ______, ______ _____

If Unconscious: ____ _____
Fruit Juice, Cake Icing, Glucose gel; IV Dextrose
Drugs used to treat Diabetes:

________- Injected subcutaneously
Adverse RXN- Hypoglycemia

Hypoglycemia reaction can be caused by:
Overdose of Insulin
Failure to eat
Increased exercise or stress
Insulin
Symptoms of Hypoglycemia:
-Headache
-Blurred Vision
-Mental Confusion
-Incoherent Speech
-______
-Convulsion
-______
Coma, Death
Hormones: Oral Antidiabetic Drugs:

_______: Used for treatment of patients who cannot be treated with exercise and diet or patients unwilling to take Insulin.

Produce an increase in insulin secretion

Chlorpropamide (Diabinese)
Tolbutamide (Orinase)
Sulfonylureas
Oral Antidiabetic Drugs: (To reduce blood sugar):

________:
Chlorpropamide (Diabinese)
Tolbutamide (Orinase)

Other:
Metformin (Glucophage)
Sulfonylureas
Antidiabetic Drug Used to Increase Blood Sugar:

_______:
Administered parenterally
It is an antagonist to Insulin
Glucagon
Management of the Dental Patient taking Insulin or Oral Hypoglycemics:
1. ________- question patient regarding last meal ingested.
2._____ _____ _____- monitor and give antibiotics if needed
3. _____ ______- follow up if surgical procedure was done.
4. _____ _____- large doses of salicylates may produce hypoglycemia
5. Appoint patient in the morning after breakfast and diabetic medication taken.
6. Provide quick glucose source
7. Check for oral complications
8. Ask patient what the results of their blood glucose monitoring has been.
Hypoglycemia, Infection more likely, Healing prolonged, Drug interactions