Each of the following management techniques will help avoid a gag response except one. Which one is the exception?
A) An empathetic response from the radiographer when the patient mentions a fear of gagging during the procedure
B) Using the power of suggestion to explain the tips and tricks the radiographer will apply for the patient to help avoid exciting the gag reflex
C) Asking for the patient's cooperation with performing distraction techniques during the procedure
D) Questioning the patient about his or her past history with a gag reflex prior to beginning the procedure
D
Explanation: A) The dental radiographer should not ask, "Are you a gagger?" The power of suggestion is a strong psychogenic stimulus and can initiate the gag reflex. Unless the patient brings it up, do not mention it.
B) The dental radiographer should not ask, "Are you a gagger?" The power of suggestion is a strong psychogenic stimulus and can initiate the gag reflex. Unless the patient brings it up, do not mention it.
C) The dental radiographer should not ask, "Are you a gagger?" The power of suggestion is a strong psychogenic stimulus and can initiate the gag reflex. Unless the patient brings it up, do not mention it.
D) The dental radiographer should not ask, "Are you a gagger?" The power of suggestion is a strong psychogenic stimulus and can initiate the gag reflex. Unless the patient brings it up, do not mention it.
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