Where Should a List of Emergency Numbers Be Located in the Dental

question 6

Multiple Choice

Where should a list of emergency numbers be located in the dental office?

• A) Near the exit door
• B) Near the phone
• C) In the waiting area
• D) In the exam room

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Definitions:

Hypercyanotic Spell

A medical emergency in certain congenital heart defects characterized by a sudden, significant increase in cyanosis (bluish tint to the skin due to lack of oxygen).

Kawasaki Disease

An acute, febrile illness of primarily young children, characterized by inflammation of blood vessels throughout the body, leading to symptoms like rash and swelling.

Gamma Globulin

A class of proteins in blood plasma that includes antibodies, important for immune response.