Although a Patient Presenting with Painful Areas Throughout the Oral

question 6

Multiple Choice

Although a patient presenting with painful areas throughout the oral cavity or a child presenting with gingival bleeding in the presence of excellent oral hygiene should be monitored carefully,referral to a dental specialist or physician is not indicated.A patient with a red and painful tongue does warrant such a referral as does a patient with moderate plaque on all teeth.

• A) Both statements are true.
• B) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.
• C) The first statement is false,the second statement is true.
• D) Both statements are false.

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