The gagging patient can be instructed to hold his or her breath to control the gag reflex
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True. The gag reflex is often stimulated by a sense of not being able to breathe. Holding the breath on purpose is a form of distraction and gives the patient control; both aid in suppressing a gag reflex.
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