Chapter 49

Which of the following can lead to leukoplakia.

• smoking

• dentures

• Cheek chewing

• broken teeth

Which one is considered oral cancer?

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There are four different types of Hiatal Hernia's which is the most common?

What deficiency is often found with a hiatal hernia?

What tests would you expect your patient to have if they are experiencing GERD or to rule out a Hiatal Hernia?

If your patient presented with "chest pain" how would you determine if it is cardiac or noncardiac?

What are contributing factors for GERD?

The textbook talks about Water Brash, explain what this is.

Explain how a patient with GERD may develop Barrett's Esophagus.

If your patient is diagnosed with GERD what life style changes would you recommend?