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Research indicates that patients undergoing dental procedures who experience anxiety levels above 5 on a scale of 1 to 10 have a significantly higher incidence of complications compared to those with lower anxiety levels. Therefore, it is suggested that dental clinics should implement calming techniques to reduce patient anxiety levels.
Which of the following, if true, most strongly argues against the idea that reducing patient anxiety will lead to fewer complications during dental procedures?
Which of the following, if true, most strongly argues against the idea that reducing patient anxiety will lead to fewer complications during dental procedures?
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A. Patients who are more anxious tend to have a higher pain tolerance during procedures.
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B. Many dental clinics already use calming techniques but still report complications.
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C. The majority of dental procedures are performed under local anesthesia, which minimizes anxiety effects.
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D. Patients often report feeling more anxious when they are informed about potential complications.
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E. Complications during dental procedures are often unrelated to patient anxiety levels.
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ArhanJan 28, 2025
thank you for sharing
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