Patients diagnosed with this illness are at a greater risk for developing oral infections and periodontal disease

A) Hypertension
B) Diabetes
C) Hyperthyroidism
D) Bronchitis

B
Explanation: B) The dental patient with poorly controlled diabetes is at a greater risk for developing oral infections and periodontal disease than the patient without diabetes. The dentist and dental hygienist need to be aware of current approaches to diabetes management and should carefully monitor the patient's health status before initiating dental treatment.

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A) preservative to add to the bottle. B) a bottle to store the urine in. C) specific instructions for collection and preservation of the urine. D) all of the above.

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