If a patient refuses full-mouth radiographs when due, the assistant should do the following:
Let the patient know that radiographs have low exposure and remind them of the shielding equipment that you will be using.
Remind the patient they may be excused from the practice.
Explain that the dentist needs them to do a complete diagnosis.
all of the above
all of the above
Rationale: All of the above – The patient must be reminded of all of the safety precautions that are implemented when taking radiographs, they must also know that the dentist cannot make an effective diagnosis without them, and they may be excused from the practice. Asking the patient to sign a refusal is not adequate. This tactic will not work if you are sued, because having the patient sign a refusal and continuing to perform treatment is nothing more than consensual negligence. You both know they require radiographs and you both continue with treatment.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).