When treating a client with a history of asthma,the dental hygienist must be mindful of precipitating factors reported by the client and avoid the factors during professional care.For prevention of decreased lung function,the client should be placed in a supine position.

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The first statement is true because it's important for a dental hygienist to be aware of and avoid triggers that could exacerbate a client's asthma during dental care. The second statement is false because placing a client with asthma in a supine position might actually worsen their condition by making breathing more difficult; a semi-upright position is often recommended.

When Treating a Client with a History of Asthma,the Dental