If a patient is taking Aspirin, Pen VK, and Naproxen, which medication is likely to increase pocket depth?

The answer reflects an understanding of the pharmacological effects of the medications listed. Aspirin is an antiplatelet agent that reduces clotting and has anticoagulant properties but does not directly influence pocket depth in periodontal contexts. Pen VK, an antibiotic, is primarily prescribed to combat infections and does not affect pocket depth directly either. Naproxen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), is used for pain relief and inflammation control but has not been shown to contribute to an increase in periodontal pocket depth.

Given that none of these medications are known to increase pocket depth directly, the choice of “none of the above” is appropriate, as each medication has other effects that may aid in managing conditions but does not aggravate periodontal health in a way that would lead to deeper pockets. Understanding the role of these medications helps interpret their impact on periodontal health more accurately.