A Patient in the Reception Room Is Clenching the Arms

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient in the reception room is clenching the arms of the chair. You notice this and respond by doing which of the following?

• A) Tell her that it won't be long until the dentist will see her.
• B) Sit beside her, ask if she is okay, and try to make her comfortable.
• C) Offer her a cup of coffee.
• D) Offer her some antidepressants.

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