Chapter 24: Imaging of Patients with Special Needs
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module chapter, you will be able to:
24.1
- Define the key terms associated with patients who have special needs.
- List the areas of the oral cavity that are most likely to elicit the gag reflex when stimulated.
- List two precipitating factors responsible for initiating the gag reflex.
- Describe how to control the gag reflex using operator attitude, patient and equipment preparations, exposure sequencing, and receptor placement and technique.
24.2
- Describe common physical disabilities and what modifications in technique may be necessary during the imaging examination.
- Describe common developmental disabilities and what modifications in technique may be necessary during the imaging examination.
- List helpful hints that can be used when treating a person with a disability.
24.3
- Describe the tooth eruption sequences, prescribing of dental images, recommended techniques, types of examinations, digital sensor issues, patient and equipment preparation, and patient management pertaining to the pediatric dental patient.
- Describe the use of receptor placement modifications and recommended periapical technique during endodontic (root canal) procedures.
24.4
- Describe the purposes of the imaging examination in the edentulous patient.
- List and describe the three types of imaging examination that may be used for the edentulous patient.
