Questions: NUR 105 Pharmacology/IV Ther. Elsevier Adaptive Quizzing - Quiz × Inbox (1,888) - keiyanaboys2g eaqng.elsevier.com Report Question 75 of 100 Which oral condition does chemotherapy make a patient more susceptible to develop? Plaque Mucositis Halitosis Canker sores

The answer is the second one: Mucositis.

Explanation for each option:

1. Plaque: This is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth. While chemotherapy can affect oral health, it does not specifically increase susceptibility to plaque more than other conditions.

2. Mucositis: Chemotherapy can damage the mucosal lining of the mouth, leading to mucositis, which is an inflammation and ulceration of the mucous membranes. This is a common side effect of chemotherapy.

3. Halitosis: This refers to bad breath. While chemotherapy can contribute to dry mouth, which might lead to halitosis, it is not the most direct or common oral condition caused by chemotherapy.

4. Canker sores: These are small, painful ulcers inside the mouth. While they can occur during chemotherapy, mucositis is a more common and direct result of chemotherapy treatment.

In summary, chemotherapy makes a patient more susceptible to developing mucositis due to its effects on the mucosal lining of the mouth.