Table 5: Physicians’ Knowledge of Oral Health Issues
|
Item (n = 62) |
True N (%) |
False N (%) |
Don’t know N (%) |
|
a.
The use of many medications among individuals with dental
infections poses an increased risk of medical complications. (n = 61) |
46 (75.4) |
3 (4.9) |
12 (19.7) |
|
b.
Most Americans receive the basic dental care that they
need. |
6
(9.7) |
48 (77.4) |
8 (12.9) |
|
c.
The risk of medical complications from bacterial dental
infections increases among individuals who are immune compromised by diseases
or medications. |
61 (98.4) |
1 (1.6) |
- |
|
d.
Dental cavities and periodontal diseases are infections. (n
= 61) |
51
(83.6) |
5 (8.2) |
5 (8.2) |
|
e.
The oral cavity and its functions can be adversely affected
by many medications used in treating systemic conditions. |
59
(95.2) |
1 (1.6) |
2 (3.2) |
|
f.
Poor dental health can compromise the ability of patients
to achieve good medical outcomes. |
60 (96.8) |
2 (3.2) |
- |