If a Patient Is Suspected of Having Clinically Active Tuberculosis

question 4

Multiple Choice

If a patient is suspected of having clinically active tuberculosis (TB) ,the dental practitioner should first:

• A) Proceed with treatment as planned
• B) Wear a particulate respirator during treatment
• C) Defer treatment and refer the patient for medical evaluation
• D) Treat the patient in a TB isolation room

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