Each of the following statements regarding patients who refuse radiographs is correct except one. Which one is the exception?
A) The dentist must consider whether care can be provided without the radiographs.
B) A patient who does not want radiographs may sign a document releasing the dentist from liability.
C) Patients may believe radiographs are not necessary or that they will add to treatment costs.
D) Patients may be fearful that dental x-ray exposure will be hazardous to their health.
B
Explanation: A) Such documents are not valid because the patient cannot legally consent to negligent care.
B) Such documents are not valid because the patient cannot legally consent to negligent care.
C) Such documents are not valid because the patient cannot legally consent to negligent care.
D) Such documents are not valid because the patient cannot legally consent to negligent care.
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