Age 65 and older
Conditions for Which Clinicians Should Remain Alert General population- Various presentations of family violence, especially elder abuse.
- Signs of decline in cognitive function suggestive of dementia.
- Obvious signs of tooth decay or mottling, inflamed or cyanotic gingiva, loose teeth, and severe halitosis.
- Skin lesions with malignant features.
Older persons, smokers, diabetics - Symptoms of peripheral arterial disease.
Smokers, older persons who drink alcohol regularly - Symptoms and signs of oral cancer and premalignancy.
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