Patients with a large oral cavity and a high palatal vault do not have a gag reflex
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
Explanation: All patients have a gag reflex. Gagging is caused by an involuntary reflex, a protective mechanism that attempts to free the airway of physical or perceived obstruction.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Absolute contraindications for conducting a cardiopulmonary exercise evaluation include which of the following?
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).