An astute practitioner looks for signs of patient anxiousness.These signs may include which of the following?
A) Overwillingness to cooperate with clinician
B) History of emergency dental care only
C) Elevated blood pressure and heart rate
D) All options listed

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All options listed are signs of patient anxiousness. Overwillingness to cooperate with the clinician may indicate the patient is nervous and trying to please the clinician. A history of emergency dental care may indicate the patient has a fear of dental procedures. Elevated blood pressure and heart rate can occur due to the activation of the sympathetic nervous system in response to anxiety.

An Astute Practitioner Looks for Signs of Patient Anxiousness