MrsJones Is a New Client in the Practice

question 31

Multiple Choice

Mrs.Jones is a new client in the practice.On completion of the health history assessment,it is discovered that she was treated for a myocardial infarction 3 months ago.Before dental hygiene care,the client should do which of the following?

• A) Be asked to use her nitroglycerin tablets sublingually if angina pain is experienced.
• B) Receive prophylactic antibiotic premedication before invasive dental hygiene therapy.
• C) Be checked for her prothrombin time to be sure that it is in the range of normal.
• D) Be immediately referred to her physician or cardiologist because she is at high risk for a medical emergency.Care is postponed.

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