National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) Practice Exam

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A patient diagnosed with multiple mucosal neuromas should be further evaluated for the possibility of:

  1. Vitamin deficiencies

  2. Neoplasms of endocrine organs

  3. Bacterial infections

  4. Allergic reactions

The correct answer is: Neoplasms of endocrine organs

People with multiple mucosal neuromas should be further evaluated for the possibility of neoplasms of endocrine organs, as this condition is often associated with multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2B (MEN 2B). MEN 2B is a rare genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow in the endocrine glands, such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. The other options, such as vitamin deficiencies, bacterial infections, and allergic reactions, are not typically associated with multiple mucosal neuromas. It is important for individuals with this condition to be evaluated for MEN 2B in order to receive appropriate treatment and management.