What is the recommended initial position for a patient who is fainting (syncope) during dental treatment?
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Correct answer: Supine with legs elevated (Trendelenburg position)
Using the Trendelenburg position (supine with legs elevated) helps restore cerebral perfusion, a standard immediate management step for syncope.
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