If a Client Has Clinical Swelling in the Area Where

question 14

Multiple Choice

If a client has clinical swelling in the area where teeth have signs of untreated caries, signs of caries, and periapical pathosis on radiographs, and the client complains of pain in the area throughout the day and night, which unmet human need(s) does this client most likely have?

• A) Biologically sound and functional dentition
• B) Freedom from fear and stress, and freedom from pain
• C) Freedom from pain, and a biologically sound and functional dentition
• D) Skin and mucous membrane integrity of the head and neck, and a biologically sound and functional dentition

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