Each of the following will aid in minimizing a hypersensitive gag reflex during the radiographic procedure except one. Which one is the exception?
A) Avoid scraping the palate with the edge of the image receptor.
B) Begin the exposure in the posterior region.
C) Convey a confident attitude.
D) Suggest breathing exercises.
B
Explanation: A) Anterior image receptor placements are less likely to initiate the gag reflex. Positioning the image receptor in the maxillary molar region is more likely to initiate the gag reflex.
B) Anterior image receptor placements are less likely to initiate the gag reflex. Positioning the image receptor in the maxillary molar region is more likely to initiate the gag reflex.
C) Anterior image receptor placements are less likely to initiate the gag reflex. Positioning the image receptor in the maxillary molar region is more likely to initiate the gag reflex.
D) Anterior image receptor placements are less likely to initiate the gag reflex. Positioning the image receptor in the maxillary molar region is more likely to initiate the gag reflex.
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