Medical Emergencies in Dental Setting · CDA

Which of the following is a correct statement about patient anxiety and its relation to medical emergencies in dental practice?

  1. Anxiety affects only the quality of dental work, not medical safety
  2. High stress can trigger syncope, hyperventilation or asthma
  3. Anxiety always prevents emergencies
  4. Only patients with systemic illness are at risk
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Correct answer: High stress can trigger syncope, hyperventilation or asthma

Dental-related anxiety and stress are known triggers for emergencies such as syncope, hyperventilation, bronchospasm or arrhythmias; managing anxiety helps reduce risk.

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