What risk-management step can dental offices take to reduce the likelihood of medical emergencies occurring during treatment?
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Correct answer: Update the medical history each visit, assess risk, modify treatment
Comprehensive and updated medical history helps identify patients at higher risk for emergencies, enabling modification or postponement of treatment if necessary — a key preventive strategy.
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