A Scheduled Client Has Diabetes and Is Showing Symptoms of Diabetes

question 12

Multiple Choice

A scheduled client has diabetes and is showing symptoms of diabetes. The client reported recent test findings of a fasting blood glucose level greater than 126 mg/dL, and blood glucose levels greater than 200 mg/dL two hours after a meal. The dental hygienist should do which of the following?

• A) Defer treatment and refer client to his or her physician.
• B) Conduct a consultation with the physician to determine the best course of action.
• C) Continue dental hygiene care.
• D) Let the dentist provide the periodontal maintenance care.

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