ADA NBDHE Dental Hygienist

Category - Scientific Basis for Dental Hygiene Practice

What mineral deficiency can manifest as an increased risk of hemorrhage?
  1. Phosphorus
  2. Calcium
  3. Potassium
  4. Sodium
Explanation
Answer: B - Calcium deficiency can manifest as an increased risk of hemorrhage. Additionally, the deficiency can increase susceptibility to caries and periodontal disease, and causes incomplete calcification of teeth. Calcium promotes bone and tooth formation, blood clotting, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction.
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