Which of the following medical emergencies mandates that a dental clinic should have a portable oxygen supply readily available?
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Correct answer: Respiratory distress or cardiac arrest
Respiratory distress or cardiac arrest are critical emergencies where oxygen support may be lifesaving; thus oxygen supply must be available in the dental clinic.
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