NOCTI Dental Assisting Practice Exam

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Patients who have had a hip replacement may need to be premedicated for what reason?

For routine cleaning

For reconstruction surgery

To prevent infections

Patients who have had a hip replacement may need to be premedicated primarily to prevent infections. After a joint replacement, there is an increased risk of bacteria entering the bloodstream during dental procedures. Since bacteria can potentially travel to the artificial joint, it is crucial to administer antibiotics prior to dental treatments to reduce the risk of endocarditis or infection at the surgical site.

Routine cleanings and cosmetic procedures typically do not warrant premedication since they are considered low-risk for causing bacteria to enter the bloodstream. Reconstruction surgery, while it may involve significant procedures, does not apply to the immediate context of dental treatment for patients with hip replacements. Therefore, the necessity for premedication lies primarily in infection prevention, making that the correct reasoning behind the need for such precautionary measures.

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