If a patient is suspected of having clinically active tuberculosis (TB),the dental practitioner should first:

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Defer treatment and refer the patient for medical evaluation is the correct action because it prioritizes the safety of both the patient and the dental healthcare personnel by ensuring that the patient receives appropriate medical evaluation and care for tuberculosis before any dental treatment is considered.

If a Patient Is Suspected of Having Clinically Active Tuberculosis