Mrs Jones Is a New Client in the Practice

question 23

Multiple Choice

Mrs. Jones is a new client in the practice. Upon completing the medical history assessment, it is apparent that she was treated for a myocardial infarction 3 months ago. What is the appropriate decision concerning dental hygiene care?

• A) The client should be asked to use her nitroglycerin tablets sublingually if angina pain is experienced.
• B) The client should receive prophylactic antibiotic premedication before invasive dental hygiene therapy.
• C) The client should be checked for her prothrombin time to be sure that it is in the range of normal.
• D) Dental hygiene care should be postponed until the individual is 6 months or more postinfarction with no complications.

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