A patient is scheduled for a recall appointment for prophylaxis and radiographs.What should the administrative dental assistant do 2 days before the appointment?
A)Mail a card to remind the patient of an appointment.
B)Call the patient to confirm the date and time of the appointment.
C)Completely fill the practice schedule.
D)Check the computer system for generated recall cards.

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The administrative dental assistant should call the patient to confirm the date and time of the appointment. This helps ensure that the patient will show up for the appointment and reduces the risk of missed appointments. Sending a reminder card or checking the computer system for generated recall cards may also be helpful, but calling the patient is the most effective option. Filling the practice schedule completely is not relevant to this situation.

A Patient Is Scheduled for a Recall Appointment for Prophylaxis