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ADEX Dental Hygiene Exam Prep

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What drug induces vomiting and is often abused by bulimics?

Emetics
Anticoagulants
Anticonvulsants
Antipsychotics

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Answer - A - Emetics induces vomiting and is often abused by bulimics. These patients may suffer xerostomia, therefore instruct clients to drink plenty of water, ice chips, or to suck on tart sugarless gum or candy. Major concern is enamel erosion and caries in bulimics due to the acid levels in vomit.

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