When a Patient Has Special Needs It Is Better to Establish

question 13

Multiple Choice

When a patient has special needs it is better to establish a relationship with the patient rather than trying to accomplish too much at one appointment.The hygienist should try to tailor the appointment to the patient's level of tolerance rather than the procedure.

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

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