What is one possible theory to explain why stimulating the oral mucosa by digital palpation suppresses the gag reflex?
What will be an ideal response?
Palpation may help desensitize the mucosa. Digital palpation massages the area and simulates for the patient where the image receptor will be placed.
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Under what conditions can the principle of confidentiality be breached?
a. When the welfare of the community or a vulnerable individual is at stake b. When the health professional believes that the information is not vital c. When a patient tells the health profession-al that there are no secrets d. When a lawyer tells the health professional that the information must be revealed
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