Sara, a Dental Auxiliary, Reviews the Medical History of a Patient;

question 16

Multiple Choice

Sara, a dental auxiliary, reviews the medical history of a patient; noting that the patient is an asthmatic. How can Sara minimize the chance that her patient will experience an asthma attack during the dental exam?

• A) Administer anti-anxiety medication prior to the dental treatment.
• B) Administer a bronchodilator prior to the dental treatment.
• C) Provide a thorough explanation of the equipment that will be used during the treatment.
• D) Carefully monitor the patient's respiratory patterns during the appointment.

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