Reading Comprehension Test

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I. According to the text, read and circle the correct alternative for each statement:

1. Assessing pulp status hasnt been an effortful task due to the variety of approaches that exist.
a) True b) False c) Doesnt say

2. Diagnosis in dentistry involves different procedures to achieve a more accurate point of view.
a) True b) False c) Doesnt say

3. The assessment of pulp vitality is a crucial diagnostic procedure which could lead to extraction or an
endodontic procedure.
a) True b) False c) Doesnt say

4. Ehrmanns first proposal includes checking the patients medical records.

a) True b) False c) Doesnt say

5. It is necessary for all clinical practices to assess if a tooth is fully anesthetized by injecting a local
anesthetic before any procedure.
a) True b) False c) Doesnt say

II. Match each statement with the correct concept.

1) Diagnosis of dental pulp 2) Prior to operative procedure 3) Sensitivity testing

4) C fibres 5) Assessment of anesthesia

_____When testing pulp vitality is not conclusive evidence the absence of symptoms.
_____Synthesis of history, clinical examination, special tests, and radiological examination are all part of
this step.
_____Pulp testing may be useful to evaluate the effectiveness of different analgesic drugs in
experimental studies.
_____Due to the high threshold, it is necessary to apply heat or cool on the tooth crown.
_____A positive feedback to this test may show a vital pulp.
III. In your own language answers the following questions.

Why should not pulp testing be the outcome of only one specific test?

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How are the C fibres activated? Explain the two processes.

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