The abbreviation ____ is often used to report the patient's general level of consciousness.

What is the primary mechanism by which erythropoietin affects RBC production?

a. It expedites the maturation time of RBCs. b. It prevents premature apoptosis of RBCs. c. It stimulates facilitated incorporation of hemoglobin into RBCs. d. It stimulates expulsion of nuclei from nucleated erythrocyte precursors at a quicker rate.

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