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TP53
Which diagnostic test is most specific for
confirmation of human papilloma virus
(HPV) positive head and neck squamous cell
carcinomas? E5 E7 proteins
presence
Answer: HPV DNA p16 expression
9%
HPV DNA
27%
9%
55%
Limit pain medication
Ways to prevent hematoma after rhytidectomy
include all of the following, except:
Answer: Limiting pain medication
Limit intravenous fluid
Control nausea &
vomiting
Control hypertension
55%
18%
9%
18%
Sjogren's syndrome
50%
Therapeutic indications of Botulinum toxin
(Botox®) include the following medical and
dental conditions, except: Trigeminal neuralgia 20%
Answer: Sjogren’s syndrome Masticatory myalgia 20%
Bruxism
30%
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